Lavender Light the Black & People of All Colors Lesbian & Gay Choir
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
Lavender Light Gospel Choir is dedicated to keeping alive the black gospel music tradition in an environment supportive to lesbian and gay people with a special ministry to black lesbians and gays Through our performances and recordings we seek to uplift entertain and educate We strive to be a visible force in this world offering strength peace and hope to our members and to our audiences Founded in 1985 Lavender Light is a mixed chorus women and men Although the group encompasses many ethnic and spiritual backgrounds the choir provides a special ministry to black lesbians and gays who have historically been pressured by their communities to choose between their blackness and their gayness Our repertoire includes gospel old and new spirituals and anthems We produce two full concerts a year and frequently appear as guests at community functions from church services to Gay Pride rallies
- Income
- $80,769
- Spending
- $47,092
- Reserves
- 10.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 61%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (5)
- Performance at The Little Red School House NYC as part of an LGBTQ awareness program bringing visibility to Black gospel music tradition within a queer-affirming educational environment modeling intersectional identity for students and community
- Performance at Queens Central Library Queens NY for an LGBTQ awareness program engaging the public with Black gospel music while affirming the visibility and dignity of Black LGBTQ artists and community members
- Performance at New York Life Insurance Co NYC for LGBTQ awareness programming along with appearances at memorial services weddings and church functions across the New York metropolitan area extending the choirs mission of uplifting Black LGBTQ voices through gospel music in diverse community settings
- Hanukkah performance and partnership with GRIOT Circle Brooklyn NY a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting empowering and advocating for LGBTQ older adults of color Founded in 1996 GRIOT Circle provides a safe affirming space to combat isolation through community-building programs health and wellness services and social events Lavender Lights performance directly served GRIOTs mission of serving Black and POC LGBTQ elders through the shared tradition of gospel music
- The Katonah Presbyterian Church KPC is a historic welcoming Presbyterian Church USA congregation located at 31 Bedford Road in Katonah New York Founded in the 1870s and established in its current Gothic Revival building in 1900 it focuses on community outreach intergenerational ministry and local service
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 1997.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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