# Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc

Youth development nonprofit in Chico, California 95927. EIN 27-0772654. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Conduct a series of fundraising events centered on the hosting of the annual Paradise Chocolate Festival. Profits are donated to local youth organizations as shown on list of Grants.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2023: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/270772654/202411369349209236/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development (IRS activity code O12)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2010
- 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 | $10,574 | $62,446 | $10,159 | $10,159 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/270772654/202411369349209236/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2023: gifts and grants $28,408, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 6 of 14 youth development nonprofits in Chico.
- Revenue $28,208 is higher than roughly 10 to 20% of 1,664 youth development nonprofits in California; median $169,823.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

- Licensed programs in Chico: 48 licensed child care centers, 4 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/chico
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc's EIN?**

Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-0772654. 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 Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc in Chico, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2010. 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 Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Paradise Chocolate Fest 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 Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2023: "Conduct a series of fundraising events centered on the hosting of the annual Paradise Chocolate Festival. Profits are donated to local youth organizations as shown on list of Grants." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development.

**How much money does Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2023, Paradise Chocolate Fest Inc reported total revenue of $10,574 and total expenses of $62,446 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.