# Youth Explosion Center

Youth development programs nonprofit in Downey, California 90241. EIN 27-4552708. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Youth Explosion Center provided critically needed resources services and supplies to at-risk children and youth in Downey and surrounding Los Angeles County communities. The organizations activities focused on youth development youth organizing leadership development positive community engagement and connecting young people and their families with essential support. Through its programs and...

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/274552708/202612379349200206/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2012
- 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 2025 | $51,294 | $51,153 | $241 | $241 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/274552708/202612379349200206/full) |

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 12 youth development nonprofits in Downey.
- Revenue $51,294 is higher than roughly 20 to 30% 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 Downey: 18 licensed child care centers, 2 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/downey
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Youth Explosion Center's EIN?**

Youth Explosion Center's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-4552708. 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 Youth Explosion Center a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Youth Explosion Center in Downey, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2012. 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 Youth Explosion Center tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Youth Explosion Center 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 Youth Explosion Center do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "Youth Explosion Center provided critically needed resources services and supplies to at-risk children and youth in Downey and surrounding Los Angeles County communities. The organizations activities focused on youth development youth organizing leadership development positive community engagement and connecting young people and their families with essential support. Through its programs and..." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Youth Explosion Center take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Youth Explosion Center reported total revenue of $51,294 and total expenses of $51,153 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.