EIN 86-2481236 • Washington, DC
Profile
Long Live GoGo's primary exempt purpose is to preserve and promote Washington, DC's GoGo music and culture through arts programming, education, and community engagement. The organization advances public appreciation of GoGo as a vital cultural heritage while supporting local artists and using creative expression to strengthen community identity and civic participation.
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Assets
$127,000
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Liabilities
-
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Net Assets
$85,504
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Revenue
$127,004
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Expenses
$45,000
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Net Income
$82,004
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Most recent year
2025 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
Long Live GoGo's primary exempt purpose is to preserve and promote Washington, DC's GoGo music and culture through arts programming, education, and community engagement. The organization advances public appreciation of GoGo as a vital cultural heritage while supporting local artists and using creative expression to strengthen community identity and civic participation.
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| Long Live GoGo produced large-scale cultural events that centered Washington, DC's GoGo music as a tool for community engagement and cultural preservation. Key programs included Emancipation Day and Juneteenth celebrations, as well as U Street corridor activations featuring live GoGo bands, DJs, and interactive community programming. These events served over 50,000 residents and visitors, providing free and accessible opportunities to experience DC's cultural heritage. The program also supported over 50 local artists, vendors, and creatives through paid opportunities. Activities increased community participation, strengthened neighborhood identity, and elevated public awareness of GoGo as an essential part of DC culture. Expenses included artist fees, production, permits, and marketing. | $127,000 | $75,000 |
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Justin Johnson | Founder | FT | $0 | - | - |
| Kelsye Adams | Executive Director | FT | $0 | - | - |
“Long Live GoGo Foundation produced cultural programming and public events that preserve and promote Washington, DC's GoGo music and culture. Through performances, community activations, and educational initiatives, the organization served over 100,000 residents and visitors and supported local artists through paid opportunities. These efforts advanced cultural preservation, community engagement, and public awareness of DC's cultural identity.”
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| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 0 | Long Live GoGo Foundation produced cultural programming and public events that preserve and promote Washington, DC's GoGo music and culture. Through performances, community activations, and educational initiatives, the organization served over 100,000 residents and visitors and supported local artists through paid opportunities. These efforts advanced cultural preservation, community engagement, and public awareness of DC's cultural identity. |
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| ReturnHeader/BuildTS | 0 | 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z |
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