# Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region

Boys and Girls Clubs nonprofit in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103. EIN 23-1352034. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/231352034-big-brothers-big-sisters-independence-region

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To improve the lives of children and strengthen communities through professionally-supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2021: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/231352034/202202559349300900/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Boys and Girls Clubs (IRS activity code O23)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 1948
- 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 2021 | $5,788,360 | $5,189,432 | $6,252,548 | $5,719,675 | 95 | 1,618 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/231352034/202202559349300900/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2021: programs $3,149,938 (61%), management $1,493,893 (29%), fundraising $545,601 (11%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2021: gifts and grants $5,729,961, program fees $0, investment income $125,630.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 348 youth development nonprofits in Philadelphia.
- Revenue $5,193,803 is in the top 10% of 502 youth development nonprofits in Pennsylvania; median $158,046.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania: about 326,963 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
- 702 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.1 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Philadelphia: 1,210 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/pennsylvania/philadelphia
- Pennsylvania rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/pennsylvania

## Questions

**What is Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region's EIN?**

Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-1352034. 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 Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 1948. 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 Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region 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 Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2021: "To improve the lives of children and strengthen communities through professionally-supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships." The IRS classifies it as: Boys and Girls Clubs.

**How much money does Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2021, Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region reported total revenue of $5,788,360 and total expenses of $5,189,432 on its Form 990 (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.