Liabilities / Assets
60th percentile
Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.
EIN 83-3829546 • 501(c)3 • St Paul, MN
Profile
The Karen Football Association unites the community's passion for football with the importance of gender equity. As an organization, and a team, we feel that it is our responsibility to be an influential role model for others; teaching our culture, and society, that women and men always will be on an equal playing field.
Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.
Liabilities / Assets
60th percentile
Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.
Liabilities / Revenue
62nd percentile
Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.
Net Margin
36th percentile
Higher net margin than 36% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
96th percentile
Higher top officer pay than 96% of similar nonprofits.
Top officer pay equals 36.5% of source-year revenue.
Asset Growth
32nd percentile
Faster asset growth than 32% of similar nonprofits.
Revenue Growth
77th percentile
Faster revenue growth than 77% of similar nonprofits.
Assets
Down$38,977
Down $9,348 (-19%) from 2023
Liabilities
Flat$0
Flat from 2023
Net Assets
Down$38,977
Down $9,348 (-19%) from 2023
Revenue
Up$194,751
Up $44,737 (+30%) from 2023
Expenses
Up$204,099
Up $23,910 (+13%) from 2023
Net Income
Up-$9,348
Up $20,827 (+69%) from 2023
Most recent year
2024 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
The Karen Football Association empowers the Karen community and other refugee communities of Burma through the game of soccer. We are committed to building pathways from youth to adulthood that foster life skills, physical and mental well-being, nutritional awareness, and career development. From the youngest ages of our youth soccer academy all the way through to our men's and women's semi-professional teams, we use sport as a tool for healing, growth, and opportunity-helping individuals thrive on and off the field while strengthening the identity and resilience of our communities.
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| In 2025, the Karen Football Association (KFA) achieved significant milestones within its youth academy soccer program, demonstrating remarkable growth and impact: * Participation Growth: KFA experienced an exceptional increase in participation rates, indicating the growing popularity and effectiveness of its youth soccer initiatives. * Expanded Locations: KFA expanded its program footprint by securing two additional gym locations, effectively tripling its capacity to accommodate the surge in participants and provide enhanced training opportunities. * Increased Competitive Opportunities: The organization significantly increased the number of games played in tournaments, friendlies, and leagues, offering young athletes more chances to develop their skills and compete at various levels. * Job Opportunities: KFA increased its coaching staff, providing job opportunities to youth and young adults in the community. * College Showcase Events: KFA successfully hosted its inaugural college showcase tournament for women, featuring eight teams and attracting 160 athletes. Additionally, the organization organized a college ID camp for men, with over 50 participants registered. * Career Development Summit: In collaboration with Minnesota United FC, KFA hosted a career summit providing insights into professional sports careers. Attendees also enjoyed a guided tour of the stadium, enriching their understanding of the sports industry. * Community Support: Demonstrating its commitment to inclusivity, KFA distributed over 200 free jerseys and provided more than 400 free meals to tournament and ID camp participants, ensuring access to opportunities regardless of financial barriers. Through its efforts, KFA continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young athletes within the Karen community and beyond. | $194,401 | $157,074 |
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Johnson | Executive Director | FT | $71,160 | - | $71,160 |
| Mohamed Malim | Board President | - | $0 | - | - |
| Tu Lor Eh Paw | Board Treasurer | - | $0 | - | - |
| Lay Lay Zan | Board Secretary | - | $0 | - | - |
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| IRS990EZ/PrimaryExemptPurposeTxt | 0 | The Karen Football Association empowers the Karen community and other refugee communities of Burma through the game of soccer. We are committed to building pathways from youth to adulthood that foster life skills, physical and mental well-being, nutritional awareness, and career development. From the youngest ages of our youth soccer academy all the way through to our men's and women's semi-professional teams, we use sport as a tool for healing, growth, and opportunity-helping individuals thrive on and off the field while strengthening the identity and resilience of our communities. |
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| IRS990EZ/ProgramSrvcAccomplishmentGrp/DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt | 0 | In 2025, the Karen Football Association (KFA) achieved significant milestones within its youth academy soccer program, demonstrating remarkable growth and impact: * Participation Growth: KFA experienced an exceptional increase in participation rates, indicating the growing popularity and effectiveness of its youth soccer initiatives. * Expanded Locations: KFA expanded its program footprint by securing two additional gym locations, effectively tripling its capacity to accommodate the surge in participants and provide enhanced training opportunities. * Increased Competitive Opportunities: The organization significantly increased the number of games played in tournaments, friendlies, and leagues, offering young athletes more chances to develop their skills and compete at various levels. * Job Opportunities: KFA increased its coaching staff, providing job opportunities to youth and young adults in the community. * College Showcase Events: KFA successfully hosted its inaugural college showcase tournament for women, featuring eight teams and attracting 160 athletes. Additionally, the organization organized a college ID camp for men, with over 50 participants registered. * Career Development Summit: In collaboration with Minnesota United FC, KFA hosted a career summit providing insights into professional sports careers. Attendees also enjoyed a guided tour of the stadium, enriching their understanding of the sports industry. * Community Support: Demonstrating its commitment to inclusivity, KFA distributed over 200 free jerseys and provided more than 400 free meals to tournament and ID camp participants, ensuring access to opportunities regardless of financial barriers. Through its efforts, KFA continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young athletes within the Karen community and beyond. |
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| ReasonableCauseExplanation/ExplanationTxt | 0 | Addtional time was needed to collect and record appropriate data for the form 990. An extension was submitted and approved. |
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