# Life Media Projects Incorporated

Youth development programs nonprofit in Santa Monica, California 90405. EIN 20-8878207. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The mission of life media projects, inc. Is to produce, promote and inspire meaningful storytelling for and about marginalized communities. In this process we wish to empower and nsupport media makers to create their own representations as tools for advocacy, education, and social justice.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2023: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/208878207/202412299349200326/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2008
- 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 2023 | $92,707 | $76,999 | $14,313 | $13,493 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/208878207/202412299349200326/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2023: gifts and grants $92,167, program fees $500, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 10 of 29 youth development nonprofits in Santa Monica.
- Revenue $92,707 is higher than roughly 30 to 40% of 1,664 youth development nonprofits in California; median $169,823.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Los Angeles County, California: about 1,944,946 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
- 3,703 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.9 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Santa Monica: 65 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/california/santa-monica
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Life Media Projects Incorporated's EIN?**

Life Media Projects Incorporated's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-8878207. 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 Life Media Projects Incorporated a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Life Media Projects Incorporated in Santa Monica, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2008. 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 Life Media Projects Incorporated tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Life Media Projects Incorporated 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 Life Media Projects Incorporated do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2023: "The mission of life media projects, inc. Is to produce, promote and inspire meaningful storytelling for and about marginalized communities. In this process we wish to empower and nsupport media makers to create their own representations as tools for advocacy, education, and social justice." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Life Media Projects Incorporated take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2023, Life Media Projects Incorporated reported total revenue of $92,707 and total expenses of $76,999 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.