# A Fighting Chance

Physical fitness and community recreation nonprofit in Orange, California 92866. EIN 30-1257678. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To empower underserved and at-risk youth and young adults through fitness, mentorship, wellness, leadership development, and supportive programs that promote healthy lifestyles, personal development, and positive life outcomes.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/301257678/202642669349200304/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Physical fitness and community recreation (IRS activity code N30)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2021
- 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 | $20,169 | $57,573 | $3,728 | -$1,901 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/301257678/202642669349200304/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $17,399, program fees $2,770, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue $20,169 is in the bottom 10% of 176 recreation and club nonprofits in California; median $136,541.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Orange County, California: about 642,905 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
- 1,317 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.0 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Orange: 49 licensed child care centers, 2 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/orange
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is A Fighting Chance's EIN?**

A Fighting Chance's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 30-1257678. 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 A Fighting Chance a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists A Fighting Chance in Orange, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2021. 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 A Fighting Chance tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to A Fighting Chance 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 A Fighting Chance do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "To empower underserved and at-risk youth and young adults through fitness, mentorship, wellness, leadership development, and supportive programs that promote healthy lifestyles, personal development, and positive life outcomes." The IRS classifies it as: Physical fitness and community recreation.

**How much money does A Fighting Chance take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, A Fighting Chance reported total revenue of $20,169 and total expenses of $57,573 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.