Part I Line 10
“Family Grant for Isaiah - Grantee Name: Ayla Benavides Address:3579 S Turnerville Rd , McBain, MI 49657 Amount:1000 Relationship:”
The Winking Warrior Foundation
EIN 99-1032310 • 501(c)3 • Groveland, FL
NTEE T99
Profile
The Winking Warrior Foundation is a nonprofit organization created in memory of Bennett Tate Messer to fund Rhabdomyosarcoma research and support families affected by childhood cancer. The Foundation provides grants to help families access second opinions and specialized care, raises awareness through education and outreach, and hosts events to engage the community in its mission. Its goal is to give children fighting rare cancers a better chance through research, resources, and hope.
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Balance Sheet
Assets
$41,622
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Liabilities
-
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Net Assets
$41,622
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Operations
Revenue
$44,950
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Expenses
$3,328
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Net Income
$41,622
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Filings
Most recent year
2024 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
- Assets
- $41,622
- Liabilities
- -
- Net assets
- $41,622
- Revenue
- $44,950
- Expenses
- $3,328
- Net income
- $41,622
Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
- Filing Period
- Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
- Signed
- May 1, 2025
- Return Version
- 2024v5.1
- Gross Receipts
- $73,363
Mission and Program Overview
Mission
The Winking Warrior Foundation is a nonprofit organization created in memory of Bennett Tate Messer to fund Rhabdomyosarcoma research and support families affected by childhood cancer. The Foundation provides grants to help families access second opinions and specialized care, raises awareness through education and outreach, and hosts events to engage the community in its mission. Its goal is to give children fighting rare cancers a better chance through research, resources, and hope.
Program Services
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| Family Support Grants Through our family grant program, $2,000 was awarded to assist families of children diagnosed with cancer. These funds helped offset travel expenses, medical consultations, and costs related to obtaining second opinions. In 2024, the program supported 4 families navigating complex care decisions. | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Rhabdomyosarcoma Research Funding The Foundation raised and designated $30,000 to fund research focused on Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive childhood cancer. This funding, to be awarded in 2025, supports institutions or projects committed to advancing treatment options and improving outcomes for children affected by this disease. | $0 | $0 |
| The Foundation hosted community events and campaigns to raise awareness about childhood cancer, particularly Rhabdomyosarcoma. These efforts engaged over 500 individuals through fundraisers, social media outreach, and educational materials, helping to build a more informed and compassionate community. | $0 | $0 |
Compensation and Service Providers
Employees
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jessica Messer | CEO/Cofounder | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Blake Messer | Cofounder/Board Member | - | $0 | - | - |
| William E Lawson | Board Chair | - | $0 | - | - |
| Kimberly Sapp | Board Member | - | $0 | - | - |
| Ashley Stalma | CFO | - | $0 | - | - |
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising Events
| Event | Gross Receipts | Gross Revenue | Direct Expenses | Net Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf Tournament | $52,750 | $52,750 | $0 | $52,750 |
| Event 2 | - | $0 | - | $0 |
| Total Events | $52,750 | $52,750 | $26,073 | $26,677 |
Filing and Contact Details
Filer
- Filer Name
- The Winking Warrior Foundation
- EIN
- 99-1032310
- Phone
- 3524596869
- Address
- 1505 Legacy Woods Ct, Groveland, FL 34736
Signing Officer
- Name
- Jessica Messer
- Title
- CEO/CoFounder
- Phone
- 3524596869
- Signed
- 2025-05-01
Supplemental Narrative
Additional Explanations
Part I Line 10
“Family Grant for RJ - Grantee Name: Ebony Kankam Address:3118 Spring Silo Ln, Houston, TX 77080 Amount:1000 Relationship:”
Part I Line 16
“Liability Insurance - 527”
Part I Line 16
“Software & Apps - 801”
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