Civic Intelligence

Literacy Connexus Inc.

EIN 76-0764561 • 501(c)3 • Fort Worth, TX

Pub. 78 Eligible

Profile

The mission of literacy connexus - which was founded in 2004 - is to help churches help people with literacy needs. Four million adults living in texas qualify for adult basic education-many of these need help with english language acquisition. Additionally, literacy connexus helps churches address the literacy needs of children for school readiness and beginning home libraries. We provide training, technical assistance, and networking opportunities for churches engage in literacy ministry.

3020 S Cherry Lane 123168Fort Worth, TX 76121

www.literacyconnexus.org

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.

Liabilities / Assets

59th percentile

0.00x

Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

61st percentile

0.00x

Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

85th percentile

37%

Higher net margin than 85% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

Score unavailable

No value available

No filing with officer rows is available for this organization yet.

Asset Growth

97th percentile

348%

Faster asset growth than 97% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Revenue Growth

90th percentile

79%

Faster revenue growth than 90% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / Assets59th percentile

Assets

Up

$69,053

Up $53,644 (+348%) from 2023

Liabilities

Flat

$0

Flat from 2023

Net Assets

Up

$69,053

Up $53,644 (+348%) from 2023

Operations
Liabilities / Revenue61st percentileNet Margin85th percentile

Revenue

Up

$145,362

Up $64,110 (+79%) from 2023

Expenses

Down

$90,853

Down $13,508 (-13%) from 2023

Net Income

Up

$54,509

Up $77,618 (+336%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset Growth97th percentile

Grouped bars show assets, liabilities, and net assets across loaded filings.

$80K$60K$40K$20K$0Assets 2011: $5,535Liabilities 2011: $1,245Net Assets 2011: $4,2902011Assets 2012: $32,319Liabilities 2012: $02012Assets 2013: $11,012Liabilities 2013: $1,3972013Assets 2014: $13,538Liabilities 2014: $1,3332014Assets 2015: $20,227Net Assets 2015: $20,2272015Assets 2017: $28,614Liabilities 2017: $0Net Assets 2017: $28,6142017Assets 2018: $36,496Liabilities 2018: $0Net Assets 2018: $36,4962018Assets 2019: $34,242Liabilities 2019: $0Net Assets 2019: $34,2422019Assets 2020: $47,487Liabilities 2020: $0Net Assets 2020: $47,4872020Assets 2021: $51,806Liabilities 2021: $0Net Assets 2021: $51,8062021Assets 2022: $39,758Liabilities 2022: $0Net Assets 2022: $39,7582022Assets 2023: $15,409Liabilities 2023: $0Net Assets 2023: $15,4092023Assets 2024: $69,053Liabilities 2024: $0Net Assets 2024: $69,0532024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$69,053
Liabilities$0
Net Assets$69,053
Open 2024 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue Growth90th percentile

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$200K$150K$100K$50K$0-$50KRevenue 2011: $125,060Expenses 2011: $118,298Net Income 2011: $6,7622011Revenue 2012: $161,334Expenses 2012: $133,376Net Income 2012: $27,9582012Revenue 2013: $102,237Expenses 2013: $124,941Net Income 2013: -$22,7042013Revenue 2014: $116,750Expenses 2014: $114,160Net Income 2014: $2,5902014Revenue 2015: $121,939Expenses 2015: $113,913Net Income 2015: $8,0262015Revenue 2017: $122,159Expenses 2017: $116,074Net Income 2017: $6,0852017Revenue 2018: $125,391Expenses 2018: $125,057Net Income 2018: $3342018Revenue 2019: $128,843Expenses 2019: $122,731Net Income 2019: $6,1122019Revenue 2020: $132,356Expenses 2020: $118,466Net Income 2020: $13,8902020Revenue 2021: $115,488Expenses 2021: $109,806Net Income 2021: $5,6822021Revenue 2022: $97,565Expenses 2022: $108,377Net Income 2022: -$10,8122022Revenue 2023: $81,252Expenses 2023: $104,361Net Income 2023: -$23,1092023Revenue 2024: $145,362Expenses 2024: $90,853Net Income 2024: $54,5092024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$145,362
Expenses$90,853
Net Income$54,509
Open 2024 Filing

Filings

Most recent year

2024 • Form 990Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$69,053
Liabilities
$0
Net assets
$69,053
Revenue
$145,362
Expenses
$90,853
Net income
$54,509
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.69$0.00$0.69$1.45$0.91$0.55
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.15$0.00$0.15$0.81$1.04$0.23
2022Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.40$0.00$0.40$0.98$1.08$0.11
2021Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.52$0.00$0.52$1.15$1.10$0.06
2020Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.47$0.00$0.47$1.32$1.18$0.14
2019Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.34$0.00$0.34$1.29$1.23$0.06
2018Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.36$0.00$0.36$1.25$1.25$0.00
2017Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.29$0.00$0.29$1.22$1.16$0.06
2015Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.20$0.20$1.22$1.14$0.08
2014Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.14$0.01$1.17$1.14$0.03
2013Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.11$0.01$1.02$1.25$0.23
2012Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.32$0.00$1.61$1.33$0.28
2011Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.06$0.01$0.04$1.25$1.18$0.07
Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
May 13, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.0
Gross Receipts
$145,362
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

The mission of literacy connexus - which was founded in 2004 - is to help churches help people with literacy needs. Four million adults living in texas qualify for adult basic education-many of these need help with english language acquisition. Additionally, literacy connexus helps churches address the literacy needs of children for school readiness and beginning home libraries. We provide training, technical assistance, and networking opportunities for churches engage in literacy ministry.

Literacy connexus, founded in 2004, empowers community and faith-based organizations to promote literacy through four core programs: teaching english connexus (tecs), l.e.a.r.n. For life, ready for school, and whats for lunch? These programs support english language instruction, adult literacy, school readiness, and access to books for children during summer months.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$15,409$69,053▲ $53,644
Total Assets$15,409$69,053▲ $53,644
Liabilities
Total Liabilities$0$0→ $0
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions$3,060$42,234▲ $39,174
Net Assets With Donor Restrictions$12,349$26,819▲ $14,470
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$15,409$69,053▲ $53,644
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$15,409$69,053▲ $53,644
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer PayScore unavailable

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
James JessePresident
Angela ChildersBoard Member
Fred AterBoard Member
Julie WellsBoard Member
Kanisha JohnsonBoard Member
Ruben AndradeBoard Member
Joel McclainSecretary
Jacob RodriguezTreasurer
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$144,227
Program Service Revenue
$890
Investment Income
$245
Other Revenue
$0
All Other Contributions
$144,227
Change in Net Assets
$54,509
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$59,271
Other Expenses$31,582
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$0
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Total Fundraising Expense$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Comp Disqual Persons$18,000$18,000-$36,000
Office Expenses$19,307--$19,307
Other Salaries and Wages$18,884--$18,884
Fees for Services Accounting$5,850--$5,850
Payroll Taxes$1,593$1,594-$3,187
Travel$2,461$238-$2,699
Insurance$1,212$1,156-$2,368
Pension Plan Contributions$600$600-$1,200
Occupancy$826--$826
Advertising$532--$532
Total Functional Expenses$69,265$21,588$0$90,853
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
No
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Backup withholding compliance
No
Business relationship with 35% controlled entity
No
Business relationship with family members
No
Business relationship with organization members
No
Material changes to governing documents
No
Compensation from other sources disclosed
No
CEO compensation reviewed
No
Other officer compensation reviewed
No
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Form 990, Part VI

“All board members received an electronic copy of the return and input from their responses was used in editing the submitted return.”

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 11B

“Form 990 is reviewed by each board member before it is filed.”

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 12C

“At annual meeting, board members complete conflict of interest statement.”

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 18

“990 is on file with guidestar”

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 19

“Governing documents and reports are available upon request.”

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Literacy Connexus
EIN
76-0764561
Phone
8176969898
Address
3020 S CHERRY LANE 123168, FORT WORTH, TX 76121

Signing Officer

Name
Lester Meriwether
Title
Executive Director
Phone
8176969898
Signed
2025-05-13
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Organization Details

Principal Officer
Lester Meriwether
Voting Board Members
7
Independent Board Members
7
Employees
4
Volunteers
12

Preparer

Firm
Debbie Bunero CPA
Address
252 W MAIN STREET STE E, AZLE, TX 76020-3100
Preparer
Debbie Bunero CPA
Phone
8173072828
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

FORM 990 - ORGANIZATION'S MISSION

“Literacy connexus, founded in 2004, empowers community and faith-based organizations to promote literacy through four core programs: teaching english connexus (tecs), l.e.a.r.n. For life, ready for school, and whats for lunch? These programs support english language instruction, adult literacy, school readiness, and access to books for children during summer months.”

Form 990, Page 2, Part III, Line 4D

“Learn for life is a partnership between literacy connexus and the tarrant literacy coalition that provides one-on-one adult literacy tutoring at goodwill centers, online, and in libraries in fort worth. In 2024, trained volunteers delivered 363 hours of instruction to 15 adults working toward goals such as earning a ged, improving reading skills, or navigating daily literacy tasks. The program offers personalized support to both native and non-native english speakers and connects learners with additional educational resources through local partnerships.”

Form 990, Part XI, Line 9

“CHANGE IN ACCRUALS -865”

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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy3Grp/Desc0READY FOR SCHOOL IS A FAMILY LITERACY PROGRAM SERVING REFUGEE FAMILIES IN FORT WORTH, EQUIPPING PRESCHOOLERS AND THEIR PARENTS FOR SUCCESS IN U.S. CLASSROOMS. IN 2024, THE PROGRAM SERVED 20 FAMILIES AT MONARCH PASS APARTMENTS USING A 20-WEEK CURRICULUM BASED ON CLASSIC CHILDRENS BOOKS TO BUILD EARLY LITERACY, MOTOR, AND SOCIAL SKILLS. PARENTS AND CHILDREN PARTICIPATE TOGETHER, WITH FAMILIES RECEIVING BOOK BAGS TO ENCOURAGE READING AT HOME. THE CURRICULUM IS FREELY AVAILABLE ONLINE TO SUPPORT REPLICATION BY CHURCHES AND VOLUNTEERS.
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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActyOtherGrp/Desc0LEARN FOR LIFE IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN LITERACY CONNEXUS AND THE TARRANT LITERACY COALITION THAT PROVIDES ONE-ON-ONE ADULT LITERACY TUTORING AT GOODWILL CENTERS, ONLINE, AND IN LIBRARIES IN FORT WORTH. IN 2024, TRAINED VOLUNTEERS DELIVERED 363 HOURS OF INSTRUCTION TO 15 ADULTS WORKING TOWARD GOALS SUCH AS EARNING A GED, IMPROVING READING SKILLS, OR NAVIGATING DAILY LITERACY TASKS. THE PROGRAM OFFERS PERSONALIZED SUPPORT TO BOTH NATIVE AND NON-NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS AND CONNECTS LEARNERS WITH ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES THROUGH LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS.
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt0LITERACY CONNEXUS, FOUNDED IN 2004, EMPOWERS COMMUNITY AND FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS TO PROMOTE LITERACY THROUGH FOUR CORE PROGRAMS: TEACHING ENGLISH CONNEXUS (TECS), L.E.A.R.N. FOR LIFE, READY FOR SCHOOL, AND WHATS FOR LUNCH? THESE PROGRAMS SUPPORT ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION, ADULT LITERACY, SCHOOL READINESS, AND ACCESS TO BOOKS FOR CHILDREN DURING SUMMER MONTHS.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt1LEARN FOR LIFE IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN LITERACY CONNEXUS AND THE TARRANT LITERACY COALITION THAT PROVIDES ONE-ON-ONE ADULT LITERACY TUTORING AT GOODWILL CENTERS, ONLINE, AND IN LIBRARIES IN FORT WORTH. IN 2024, TRAINED VOLUNTEERS DELIVERED 363 HOURS OF INSTRUCTION TO 15 ADULTS WORKING TOWARD GOALS SUCH AS EARNING A GED, IMPROVING READING SKILLS, OR NAVIGATING DAILY LITERACY TASKS. THE PROGRAM OFFERS PERSONALIZED SUPPORT TO BOTH NATIVE AND NON-NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS AND CONNECTS LEARNERS WITH ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES THROUGH LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt2ALL BOARD MEMBERS RECEIVED AN ELECTRONIC COPY OF THE RETURN AND INPUT FROM THEIR RESPONSES WAS USED IN EDITING THE SUBMITTED RETURN.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt3FORM 990 IS REVIEWED BY EACH BOARD MEMBER BEFORE IT IS FILED.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt4AT ANNUAL MEETING, BOARD MEMBERS COMPLETE CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt5990 IS ON FILE WITH GUIDESTAR
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