# Ridge Art Association Inc

Arts education nonprofit in Winter Haven, Florida 33880. EIN 23-7075086. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> At Ridge Art Association, we believe in the power of art to bring people from diverse backgrounds together in a positive and collaborative environment. Our mission is to inspire confidence, unleash creativity, and foster expression in all art forms. Together, we are shaping a unique arts culture in the lively community of Polk County, Florida.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Jun 2026: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/237075086/202612589349201276/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A250)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 1970
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | $126,685 | $83,319 | $30,086 | $24,974 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/237075086/202612589349201276/full) |
| Jun 2025 | $164,030 | $145,636 | $6,536 | $2,521 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/237075086/202542069349200009/full) |
| Jun 2023 | $63,673 | $53,792 | $178,852 | $178,852 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/237075086/202333119349202203/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Jun 2026: gifts and grants $16,424, program fees $86,711, investment income $0.

Growth label: **Growing** (about +26% a year, Jun 2023 to Jun 2026). Growth label: we compare total revenue on the oldest and the newest return shown above. Growing means revenue rose by more than 10% a year on average, Shrinking means it fell by more than 10% a year, and Steady means a change between -10% and +10% a year. The rate is the compounded yearly average between the two returns, so it hides ups and downs in between (see the table). We only label groups with returns at least a year apart and at least $5,000 of revenue on the oldest one. This is our own calculation, not an IRS rating or a judgment of quality.

## How it compares

- Revenue $126,685 is higher than roughly 40 to 50% of 79 arts education nonprofits in Florida; median $166,254.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Polk County, Florida: about 185,949 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
- 264 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.4 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Winter Haven: 46 licensed child care centers, 4 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/florida/winter-haven
- Florida rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/florida

## Questions

**What is Ridge Art Association Inc's EIN?**

Ridge Art Association Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7075086. 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 Ridge Art Association Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Ridge Art Association Inc in Winter Haven, Florida as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 1970. 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 Ridge Art Association Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Ridge Art Association 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 Ridge Art Association Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Jun 2026: "At Ridge Art Association, we believe in the power of art to bring people from diverse backgrounds together in a positive and collaborative environment. Our mission is to inspire confidence, unleash creativity, and foster expression in all art forms. Together, we are shaping a unique arts culture in the lively community of Polk County, Florida." The IRS classifies it as: Arts education.

**How much money does Ridge Art Association Inc take in?**

For the year ending Jun 2026, Ridge Art Association Inc reported total revenue of $126,685 and total expenses of $83,319 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.