# Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization

Parent-teacher group (PTA or PTO) nonprofit in Owego, New York 13827. EIN 16-1537278. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/161537278-owego-elementary-school-parent-teacher-organization

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The Corporation is organized to promote the health, education and welfare of the students of Owego Elementary School through fundraisers and financial support and to promote the communication channels for parents, guardians, students, educators and the community.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Aug 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/161537278/202630139349200048/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Parent-teacher group (PTA or PTO) (IRS activity code B94)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2021
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | $43,457 | $32,457 | $40,566 | $40,566 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/161537278/202630139349200048/full) |
| Aug 2023 | $30,831 | $38,454 | $39,472 | $39,472 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/161537278/202440169349201289/full) |
| Aug 2021 | $3,737 | $12,741 | $51,306 | $51,306 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/161537278/202210139349200311/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Aug 2025: gifts and grants $15,538, program fees $0, investment income $56.

## How it compares

- Revenue $43,457 is higher than roughly 20 to 30% of 108 PTAs and PTOs in New York; median $82,318.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Tioga County, New York: about 9,547 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
- 17 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.8 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Owego: 2 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/new-york/owego
- New York rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/new-york

## Questions

**What is Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization's EIN?**

Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 16-1537278. 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 Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization in Owego, New York as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2021. 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 Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization 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 Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Aug 2025: "The Corporation is organized to promote the health, education and welfare of the students of Owego Elementary School through fundraisers and financial support and to promote the communication channels for parents, guardians, students, educators and the community." The IRS classifies it as: Parent-teacher group (PTA or PTO).

**How much money does Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization take in?**

For the year ending Aug 2025, Owego Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization reported total revenue of $43,457 and total expenses of $32,457 on its Form 990-EZ (IRS Form 990 e-file data).

---
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.