Spokane Independent Metro
SIMBA is a 501c3 non-profit creating a strong, locally-focused economy in Spokane and Eastern Washington through organizing, education, direct support, and advocacy to entrepreneurs, small business owners, and consumers.
Spokane Independent Metro at a glance
In short: Spokane Independent Metro gave $52K across 5 grants in 2025 (avg $10K), mostly in Washington. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $52,043
- Grants made (2025)
- 5
- Average grant
- $10,409
- Median grant
- $10,450
- Total assets
- $133,169
- +134.5% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Washington (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Spokane Independent Metro funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Vertical Elements Ent ($17K). Together the top 5 received $52K.
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 5 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 5 grants totaling $52K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Elements Ent Spokane, WA | Fiscal Sponsorship | $16,625 |
| Live From Somewhere Studios Spokane, WA | Fiscal Sponsorship | $10,972 |
| MAS Othello Othello, WA | Fiscal Sponsorship | $10,450 |
| Finding Common Ground Init Kettle Falls, WA | Fiscal Sponsorship | $8,011 |
| Spokane Cocktail Week Spokane, WA | Fiscal Sponsorship | $5,985 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $133,169 | $474,205 | $405,239 | $52,043 | 5 | $3,017 |
| 2024 | $56,778 | $315,469 | $406,796 | — | — | $3,128 |
About Spokane Independent Metro
Based on IRS filings
Spokane Independent Metro is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Spokane, WA. IRS filing data is available from 2024 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $133K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 5 grants totaling $52K. Net investment income was $3K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Spokane Independent Metro is led by Robin Haynes, Executive Director on every filing since 2024; 1 of 8 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Robin Haynes
Executive Director
On filings since 2024
45 hrs/week
$82K (2024) → $83K (2025)
Juan Mas
President
On filings since 2024
2.9 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Borrelli
Chairman
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Edward Reese
Chairman
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joshua Thomas
Chairman
On filings since 2024
1.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chrystal Gonzalez
Vice President
On filings since 2024
1.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Ferguson
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Thamm
Secretary
On filings since 2024
1.4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $83K, to Robin Haynes (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Spokane Independent Metro
How much does Spokane Independent Metro give each year?
Spokane Independent Metro gave $52K across 5 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is Spokane Independent Metro's typical grant size?
Spokane Independent Metro's median grant in 2025 was $10,450, and its average grant was $10,409, across 5 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Spokane Independent Metro give grants?
Spokane Independent Metro gives mostly in Washington: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Spokane, WA (3 grants).
Does Spokane Independent Metro give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on Spokane Independent Metro's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Fiscal Sponsorship" (5 grants).
Who are Spokane Independent Metro's largest grantees?
Spokane Independent Metro's largest 2025 grantees include Vertical Elements Ent ($16,625), Live From Somewhere Studios ($10,972) and MAS Othello ($10,450), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 73% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Spokane Independent Metro?
Spokane Independent Metro reported $133K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $474K.
What is Spokane Independent Metro?
Spokane Independent Metro is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Spokane, WA. It holds $133K in total assets as of 2025.
What is Spokane Independent Metro's EIN?
Spokane Independent Metro's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-4824582. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 13, 2026)
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