EIN 52-0782112

Japan-American Society of Washington DC (JASWDC)

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
9
Year formed
1957
Most recent tax filings
2023-07-01
Description
The Japan-America Society of Washington DC is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit, nonpartisan educational and cultural organization for individuals and corporations with an interest in Japan and US-Japan relations. Founded in 1957, the Society promotes greater understanding and networking between Americans and Japanese through its many cultural, public affairs, and educational programs. Serving the six million residents of the Nation's Capital region, the Society also sponsors programs of national significance, including the Japan Bowl, the Sakura Matsuri, and the annual Public Affairs Dinner.
Also known as...
Japan-America Society of Wash DC; Japan-America Society of Washington DC Washington Dcinc; Japan-America Society of Washington
Total revenues
$1,563,557
2023
Total expenses
$1,677,955
2023
Total assets
$1,813,472
2023
Num. employees
9
2023

Program areas at JASWDC

The sakura matsuri - japanese street festival - sakura matsuri is generally considered the largest celebration of japanese culture in the united states and the grand finale of the national cherry blossom festival in Washington, d.cDC.c. Performers and vendors share japanese culture and traditions with the festival attendees.
Us-japan capital gala - the Society's annual us-japan capital gala and silent auction supports the Society's many educational and cultural activities and provides an opportunity to gather and honor some of united states of america's and japan's most distinguished leaders.
National japan bowl - the Society organizes the national japan bowl each spring and supports other japan bowls across the country to recognize and encourage high school students who have chosen japanese as a foreign language.
Cultural activities and other programs - throughout the year, the Society offers a variety of japanese and american activities, including cultural events, social gatherings, a book club, and public speaking.
Japanese language school - the Society operates the oldest and largest japanese language school for adults in the Washington, d.cDC.c. area. The program includes different levels from beginning to advanced preparatory classes in the summer and fall for the japanese language proficiency test, and culture classes.

Grants made by JASWDC

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
National Cherry Blossom Festival (NCBF)Tree Sponsor$10,000

Who funds Japan-American Society of Washington DC (JASWDC)

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
S & R FoundationTo Fund Charitable Activities.$20,000
Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of of America (PHRMA)General Contribution$15,000

Personnel at JASWDC

NameTitleCompensation
Saori KobayashiExecutive Director
Olivia KentCommunications Director
Colette H. FozardSakura Matsuri Operations Manager
Colette H. FozardEvent Manager
William DentonCommunications Manager
...and 13 more key personnel

Financials for JASWDC

RevenuesFYE 07/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$499,447
Program services$1,010,724
Investment income and dividends$23,225
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$28,034
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$2,127
Total revenues$1,563,557

Form 990s for JASWDC

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-072024-06-13990View PDF
2022-072023-06-15990View PDF
2021-072022-06-15990View PDF
2020-072021-06-15990View PDF
2019-072021-02-09990View PDF
...and 10 more Form 990s
Data update history
October 15, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
August 18, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
August 11, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
January 2, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $20,000 from S & R Foundation
January 1, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $15,000 from Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of of America (PHRMA)
Nonprofit Types
Civic / social organizationsInternational-focused organizationsCharities
Issues
EducationForeign affairs
Characteristics
MembershipsState / local levelProvides scholarshipsTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1819 L St NW 410
Washington, DC 20036
Metro area
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
County
District of Columbia, DC
Website URL
jaswdc.org/ 
Phone
(202) 833-2210
Facebook page
jas.wdc 
Twitter profile
@jas_wdc 
IRS details
EIN
52-0782112
Fiscal year end
July
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1957
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
Q20: International Exchanges, Cultural Understanding
NAICS code, primary
813410: Civic and Social Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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