Civic Intelligence

Vanguard Leadership Academy

EIN 88-1898207 • 501(c)3 • Duluth, GA

990-N CoverageNTEE O50

Profile

We empower underserved and overlooked high school students by equipping and inspiring them to reach their full potential.

2615 Peachtree Industrial Blvd J207Duluth, GA 30097

www.vanguardlead.org

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Balance Sheet

Assets

Down

$13,903

Down $10,967 (-44%) from 2024

Liabilities

Down

$9,795

Down $365 (-3.6%) from 2024

Net Assets

Down

$4,108

Down $10,602 (-72%) from 2024

Operations

Revenue

Up

$147,587

Up $100,408 (+213%) from 2024

Expenses

Up

$158,190

Up $113,242 (+252%) from 2024

Net Income

Down

-$10,603

Down $12,834 (-575%) from 2024

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

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

$30K$20K$10K$0Assets 2024: $24,870Liabilities 2024: $10,160Net Assets 2024: $14,7102024Assets 2025: $13,903Liabilities 2025: $9,795Net Assets 2025: $4,1082025

Highlighted filing

2025

Assets$13,903
Liabilities$9,795
Net Assets$4,108

Operations Trend

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

$200K$150K$100K$50K$0-$50KRevenue 2024: $47,179Expenses 2024: $44,948Net Income 2024: $2,2312024Revenue 2025: $147,587Expenses 2025: $158,190Net Income 2025: -$10,6032025

Highlighted filing

2025

Revenue$147,587
Expenses$158,190
Net Income-$10,603

Filings

Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jun 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025
Signed
Mar 12, 2026
Return Version
2024v5.2
Gross Receipts
$147,587
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

We empower underserved and overlooked high school students by equipping and inspiring them to reach their full potential.

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
The Vanguard Leadership Academy Summer Leadership Intensive is an immersive program that transforms high school students into confi dent, capable leaders. Rooted in four foundational pillars; holistic education, increasing awareness, instilling confi dence, and fostering community, this program equips students with both the mindset and skillset to succeed in every area of life. Over the course of the intensive, students participate in a wide range of interactive experiences, including: ? Leadership Development ? Exploring leadership styles and discovering their unique superpowers as leaders ? Practicing professional etiquette and networking skills to prepare for real-world opportunities ? Building emotional intelligence and learning to navigate relationships with empathy and awareness ? Strengthening resilience and focus through mindfulness practices ? Personal Growth & Teamwork ? Collaborative team projects that challenge students to apply leadership principles in real-world problem-solving ? Small group mentoring with professionals, community leaders, and VLA alumni who model leadership in action ? Guided sessions to set goals, increase self-awareness, and build confi dence ? Literacy Initiatives ? An interactive, hands-on Financial Literacy Store, where students learn the principles of money management, budgeting, and responsible decision-making through engaging real-life scenarios ? A daily Word of the Day video series, introducing new vocabulary with synonyms and antonyms through a Word Multiplier system that expands students vocabulary quickly and effectively over the course of just a few weeks-$95,980
The Youth Ambassador Leadership Program (YALP) is a year-round initiative that prepares high school students to serve as leaders, advocates, and representatives of VLA in their schools and communities. Ambassadors are carefully selected for their commitment to growth, service, and leadership potential. Throughout the program, they: ? Mentor & Model Leadership Serve as youth mentors and role models to the Summer Leadership Intensive (SLI) cohort, offering guidance, encouragement, and peer-to-peer support. ? Facilitate Workshops Actively participate in delivering Youth Leadership Workshops in schools, community centers, and churches, gaining real facilitation experience while inspiring other students. ? Represent VLA Publicly Represent Vanguard at community events, conferences, and school programs, amplifying the Academys mission and vision. ? Lead Service & Team Projects Design and implement projects that address real community challenges. ? Grow as Leaders Receive advanced training in communication, public speaking, emotional intelligence, civic responsibility, and networking. ? Build Networks Engage with professionals, community leaders, and peers to expand their influence and opportunities.-$31,694
Compensation and Service Providers

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Hilliard V CastillaCEO-$0--
Gino Brogdon SrTrustee-$0--
Glen D Spencer JrTrustee-$0--
Chris StewartTrustee-$0--
Alveno Castilla Esq CPATreasurer-$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Vanguard Leadership Academy
EIN
88-1898207
Phone
4044901659
Address
2615 Peachtree Industrial Blvd J207, Duluth, GA 30097

Signing Officer

Name
Hilliard V Castilla
Title
CEO
Signed
2026-03-12
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Preparer

Firm
Felicia McCullough LLC
Address
5731 Deerfield Trl, College Park, GA 30349
Preparer
Felicia McCullough
Phone
6783602236
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

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Other Expenses.1002

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Other Expenses.1005

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Other Expenses.1008

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Other Expenses.1012

Insurance $3229

Other Expenses.1

Program Direct Expenses $43997

Other Expenses.2

Staff Development $3011

Other Expenses.3

Membership & subscriptions $534

Other Expenses.4

Shipping & Postage $250

Other Expenses.5

Miscellaneous $248

Other Expenses.6

Miscellaneous $102

Other Expenses.7

Merchant Account Fees $48

Other Expenses.8

Business Licenses & Permit $35

Other Assets.1007

Receivables-Officers, Directors, Etc. - Beginning $0 Receivables-Officers, Directors, Etc. - Ending $306

Other Assets.1011

Prepaid Expenses and Deferred Charges - Beginning $5622 Prepaid Expenses and Deferred Charges - Ending $1859

Total Liabilities.1001

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Beginning $10160 Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Ending $9795

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