# Spotlight on Children Inc

Youth development nonprofit in Patchogue, New York 11772. EIN 06-1823862. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To build self-confidence and raise self-esteem of children who are forced to live under difficult conditions due to family and home circumstances through the use of creative drama.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/061823862/202632579349201328/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development (IRS activity code O11)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2013
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organizations-business-master-file-extract-eo-bmf

## Finances (IRS Form 990 e-file data)

| Year ending | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Net assets | Employees | Volunteers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | $500 | $7,635 | $12,783 | $12,783 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/061823862/202632579349201328/full) |
| Dec 2023 | $7,016 | $19,032 | $32,508 | $32,508 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/061823862/202430579349201758/full) |
| Dec 2021 | $611 | $17,011 | $61,280 | $61,280 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/061823862/202220499349200722/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $500, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue $500 is in the bottom 10% of 254 youth development nonprofits in New York; median $298,687.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Suffolk County, New York: about 314,488 children under 18 (U.S. Census Bureau, July 1, 2024): https://www2.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/datasets/2020-2024/counties/asrh/cc-est2024-agesex-all.csv
- 209 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 0.7 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Patchogue: 6 licensed child care centers, 2 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/new-york/patchogue
- New York rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/new-york

## Questions

**What is Spotlight on Children Inc's EIN?**

Spotlight on Children Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 06-1823862. It is the nine-digit number the IRS uses to identify the organization. Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File posted October 13, 2026.

**Is Spotlight on Children Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Spotlight on Children Inc in Patchogue, New York as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2013. This is from the IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026. Status can change, so check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**Are donations to Spotlight on Children Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Spotlight on Children Inc as tax-deductible (IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026). How much you can deduct depends on your own taxes, and this is not tax advice. Check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**What does Spotlight on Children Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "To build self-confidence and raise self-esteem of children who are forced to live under difficult conditions due to family and home circumstances through the use of creative drama." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development.

**How much money does Spotlight on Children Inc take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Spotlight on Children Inc reported total revenue of $500 and total expenses of $7,635 on its Form 990-EZ (IRS Form 990 e-file data).

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Data as of November 8, 2026. Sources: IRS Business Master File, IRS Form 990 series e-file data, U.S. Census Bureau. No officer or staff names are published.