Civic Intelligence

Dream Lighter Inc

EIN 82-2127290 • 501(c)3 • Jackson Heights, NY

Profile

Dream Lighter is a social development organization aspires for a society where every individual will be able to live in atmosphere of peace and harmony and establish equal and rightful share ofresources.

37-22 73rd Street APT 2CJackson Heights, NY 11372

www.dreamlighter.org

Siviq Scores

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

Liabilities / Assets

57th percentile

0.16x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 57% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE P • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Liabilities / Revenue

86th percentile

0.73x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 86% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE P • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Net Margin

64th percentile

11%

Higher net margin than 64% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE P • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Top Officer Pay

36th percentile

$0

Higher top officer pay than 36% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.

NTEE P • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Source year 2023

Asset Growth

98th percentile

480%

Faster asset growth than 98% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE P • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Annualized from 2022 to 2023

Revenue Growth

84th percentile

51%

Faster revenue growth than 84% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE P • $1M-$5M nonprofits • Annualized from 2022 to 2023

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / Assets57th percentile

Assets

Up

$3,468,020

Up $2,870,202 (+480%) from 2022

Liabilities

Down

$538,710

Down $52,450 (-8.9%) from 2022

Net Assets

Up

$2,929,310

Up $2,922,652 (+43897%) from 2022

Operations
Liabilities / Revenue86th percentileNet Margin64th percentile

Revenue

Up

$742,160

Up $250,622 (+51%) from 2022

Expenses

Up

$662,020

Up $277,140 (+72%) from 2022

Net Income

Down

$80,140

Down $26,518 (-25%) from 2022

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset Growth98th percentile

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

$4.0M$3.0M$2.0M$1.0M$0Assets 2018: $76,886Net Assets 2018: $76,8862018Assets 2019: $416,393Liabilities 2019: $0Net Assets 2019: $416,3932019Assets 2020: $471,750Liabilities 2020: $100,000Net Assets 2020: $371,7502020Assets 2022: $597,818Liabilities 2022: $591,160Net Assets 2022: $6,6582022Assets 2023: $3,468,020Liabilities 2023: $538,710Net Assets 2023: $2,929,3102023

Highlighted filing

2023

Assets$3,468,020
Liabilities$538,710
Net Assets$2,929,310
Open 2023 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue Growth84th percentile

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

$1.0M$500K$0-$500KRevenue 2018: $148,198Expenses 2018: $147,352Net Income 2018: $8462018Revenue 2019: $298,110Expenses 2019: $296,917Net Income 2019: $1,1932019Revenue 2020: $108,370Expenses 2020: $208,370Net Income 2020: -$100,0002020Revenue 2022: $491,538Expenses 2022: $384,880Net Income 2022: $106,6582022Revenue 2023: $742,160Expenses 2023: $662,020Net Income 2023: $80,1402023

Highlighted filing

2023

Revenue$742,160
Expenses$662,020
Net Income$80,140
Open 2023 Filing

Filings

Most recent year

2023 • Form 990Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$3,468,020
Liabilities
$538,710
Net assets
$2,929,310
Revenue
$742,160
Expenses
$662,020
Net income
$80,140
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$3.47$0.54$2.93$0.74$0.66$0.08
2022Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.60$0.59$0.01$0.49$0.38$0.11
2020Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.47$0.10$0.37$0.11$0.21$0.10
2019Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.42$0.00$0.42$0.30$0.30$0.00
2018Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.08$0.08$0.15$0.15$0.00
Latest Filing Detail
Jump To
Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2023 to Dec 31, 2023
Signed
Feb 19, 2026
Return Version
2023v6.0
Gross Receipts
$742,160
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

Dream Lighter is a social development organization aspires for a society where every individual will be able to live in atmosphere of peace and harmony and establish equal and rightful share ofresources.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Investments Other Securities$456,160$2,946,680▲ $2,490,520
Rtn Earn Endowment Incm Other Fnds$6,658$2,929,310▲ $2,922,652
Investments Program Related-$400,000-
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$106,658$80,140▼ $26,518
Inventories for Sale or Use$35,000$41,200▲ $6,200
Total Assets$597,818$3,468,020▲ $2,870,202
Liabilities
Unsecured Notes Loans Payable$591,160$538,710▼ $52,450
Total Liabilities$591,160$538,710▼ $52,450
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$6,658$2,929,310▲ $2,922,652
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$597,818$3,468,020▲ $2,870,202

Asset Categories

AssetBook ValueDepreciationBasis
Investment Program Related Org$400,000--
Other Securities$2,946,680--
Closely Held Equity Interests$2,946,680--
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer Pay36th percentile

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Hosne ara BegumChairman
Debrota MondalPresident CEO
MD Abul HayatDirector Finance
Dr Shahera BanuDirector Humanitarian Affairs
Sonia HaqueDirector of International Affairs
Iqbal h AnsaryDirector of marketing
MD Asaz Uz ZamanDirector of marketing
Pronab PatraDirector of Press media
Sharmin AkterDirector of Women Children
Nowher Ahamed ChoudhuryTrustee
Professor anil kumar Saha PhDTrustee
Dilip SahaAdviser
Main Uddin AhmedChief Advisor
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$331,000
Program Service Revenue
$150,430
Investment Income
$184,970
Other Revenue
$75,760
All Other Contributions
$331,000
Change in Net Assets
$80,140
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Other Expenses$382,520
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$185,700
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$80,600
Professional Fundraising Fees$13,200
Total Fundraising Expense$13,200

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Conferences and Meetings$142,650$15,850-$158,500
Other Salaries and Wages$130,590$14,510-$145,100
Grants to Domestic Orgs$80,600--$80,600
All Other Expenses$54,770--$54,770
Current Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees$40,600--$40,600
Occupancy$20,000$5,450-$25,450
Fees for Services Management-$25,300-$25,300
Office Expenses-$23,600-$23,600
Travel-$21,500-$21,500
Advertising$17,750--$17,750
Fees for Services Professional Fundraising--$13,200$13,200
Other Expenses$10,500--$10,500
Information Technology$6,500$3,000-$9,500
Fees for Services Accounting-$3,400-$3,400
Insurance$2,550--$2,550
Total Functional Expenses$536,210$112,610$13,200$662,020
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Professional Fundraising Fees$13,200
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Debt and Bond Financing

Other Reported Liabilities

LiabilityAmount
Federal income taxes-
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
Yes
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
Yes
Other officer compensation reviewed
Yes
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Dream Lighter Inc
EIN
82-2127290
Phone
8007187606
Address
37-22 73rd Street APT 2C, Jackson Heights, NY 11372

Signing Officer

Name
Debrota Mondal
Title
President
Phone
8007187606
Signed
2026-02-19
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Organization Details

Principal Officer
Debrota Mondal
Formed
2017
Legal Domicile
Ny
Voting Board Members
7
Independent Board Members
7
Employees
15
Volunteers
945

Preparer

Firm
Chaudri Associates Inc
Address
7409 37th avenue, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Preparer
Sarwar Chaudri CPA
Phone
7184290011
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990, Part III, Line 4D

“Program Service Expenses 400,000, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 0 Community based Microloan program for low income Taxi Drivers In 2023 Dream Lighter launced a community based micro finance program in New York City serving low income taxi drivers. Approximately 400 participants collectively raised 400,000 to form a revolving loan fund, with an average contribution of 1,000 each. through a transparent lottery system, 80 individuals received immediate 5,000 microloans , while an addtional pool of participants receives 8-10 new loans each month. Borrowers repay 430 monthly at a 3 interest rate. These funds are recycled to ensure the funds contineous lending activity and sustainability. these approach ensures liquidity, transparency, and prudent stewardship of charitable assets, consistent with nonprofit community development practices.”

Form 990, Part I, Section 1, Line 1

“Dream Lighter is a social development organization aspires for a society where every individual willbe able to live in atmosphere of peace and harmony and establish equal and rightful share ofresources belonging to their society.Dream Lighter activities are Capacity building, Creating Job scope.”

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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy2Grp/Desc0Dream Lighter Community Development Serves over 2,000 South Asian Taxi Drivers and low income immigrant families in New York City, providing programs that address immediate needs while fostering long term economic stability and generational wealth. The program delivers delivers more than 25 annual workshops on fincial literacy, credit management, budgeting, small business operations , public safety, and navigating the American economic system, equipping participants with practical skills to improve personal finances and plan for the future. In addition Dream lighter convenes 5 international summits at venues including the Sheraton and Marriot, along with six annual outdoor assembilies in New York State Parks, engaging thousands of participants to strenghten social cohesion, civic engagagement and community networks. Through stategic partnership with local mechanics and body shops, participants access discounted automotive maintenance and repairs, lowering operational costs and enhancing financial stability. visit www.dreamlightrt.org/our-work
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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy3Grp/Desc0Dream Lighter Climate and Community Resilience Initiative. Dream Lighter is a dedicated environmental social advocacy organization committed to addressing climate change through holistic approach that links ecological health with community resilience. Our mission focuses on reducing carbon dioxide and methane emissions, promoting clean enegy, and preserving critical ecosystems and oceans. We ensure equitable access to essential resources such as food, water, sustainable livelihoods, while protecting fishing rights for local communities to empower them as steward of the sea. Through research, expert panels, and training programs for students, young leaders, and community influencers, Dream lighter cultivates a network of informed change-makers working toward lasting, science-based solutions for a sustainable future. For additional information visist www.dreamlighter.org/our-work
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IRS990ScheduleD/InvstProgramRelatedOrgGrp/Desc0Approximately 400 participants collectively raised 400,000 to form a revolving loan fund
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt0Program Service Expenses 400,000, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 0 Community based Microloan program for low income Taxi Drivers In 2023 Dream Lighter launced a community based micro finance program in New York City serving low income taxi drivers. Approximately 400 participants collectively raised 400,000 to form a revolving loan fund, with an average contribution of 1,000 each. through a transparent lottery system, 80 individuals received immediate 5,000 microloans , while an addtional pool of participants receives 8-10 new loans each month. Borrowers repay 430 monthly at a 3 interest rate. These funds are recycled to ensure the funds contineous lending activity and sustainability. these approach ensures liquidity, transparency, and prudent stewardship of charitable assets, consistent with nonprofit community development practices.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt1Dream Lighter is a social development organization aspires for a society where every individual willbe able to live in atmosphere of peace and harmony and establish equal and rightful share ofresources belonging to their society.Dream Lighter activities are Capacity building, Creating Job scope.
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