# Rock House Kids

Youth development programs nonprofit in Rockford, Illinois 61104. EIN 26-2224655. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Meeting the physical, emotional, and educational needs of inner-city children by instilling hope in a safe, christ-centered environment.

Source: Form 990, year ending Mar 2022: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/262224655/202222649349300932/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2009
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2022 | $1,024,530 | $699,666 | $1,772,677 | $1,744,634 | 9 | 168 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/262224655/202222649349300932/full) |

Expense split, year ending Mar 2022: programs $544,822 (78%), management $110,274 (16%), fundraising $44,570 (6%).

Revenue sources, year ending Mar 2022: gifts and grants $1,047,580, program fees $0, investment income $61.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 40 youth development nonprofits in Rockford.
- Revenue $1,155,812 is higher than roughly 80 to 90% of 505 youth development nonprofits in Illinois; median $157,728.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Winnebago County, Illinois: about 65,997 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
- 100 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.5 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Rockford: 22 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/illinois/rockford
- Illinois rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/illinois

## Questions

**What is Rock House Kids's EIN?**

Rock House Kids's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-2224655. 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 Rock House Kids a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Rock House Kids in Rockford, Illinois as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2009. 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 Rock House Kids tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Rock House Kids 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 Rock House Kids do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Mar 2022: "Meeting the physical, emotional, and educational needs of inner-city children by instilling hope in a safe, christ-centered environment." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Rock House Kids take in?**

For the year ending Mar 2022, Rock House Kids reported total revenue of $1,024,530 and total expenses of $699,666 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.