# Advocates for Kids

Youth development nonprofit in Columbus, Ohio 43212. EIN 31-1407921. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/311407921-advocates-for-kids

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Advocates for Kids is committed to supporting organizations that serve children, primarily those with special needs, through programs and services that empower them to realize their full potential.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2024: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/311407921/202503109349303160/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development (IRS activity code O11)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 1996
- 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 2024 | $653,051 | $333,240 | $2,153,613 | $2,153,613 | 2 | - | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/311407921/202503109349303160/full) |
| Dec 2022 | -$61,158 | $251,496 | $1,578,800 | $1,578,800 | 2 | - | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/311407921/202303199349321480/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2024: programs $294,082 (88%), management $35,578 (11%), fundraising $3,580 (1%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2024: gifts and grants $398,407, program fees $0, investment income $254,644.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 16 of 173 youth development nonprofits in Columbus.
- Revenue $653,051 is higher than roughly 70 to 80% of 449 youth development nonprofits in Ohio; median $155,735.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Franklin County, Ohio: about 311,601 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
- 691 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.2 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Columbus: 20 camps, 534 licensed child care centers, 31 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/ohio/columbus
- Ohio rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/ohio

## Questions

**What is Advocates for Kids's EIN?**

Advocates for Kids's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1407921. 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 Advocates for Kids a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Advocates for Kids in Columbus, Ohio as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 1996. 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 Advocates for Kids tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Advocates for 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 Advocates for Kids do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2024: "Advocates for Kids is committed to supporting organizations that serve children, primarily those with special needs, through programs and services that empower them to realize their full potential." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development.

**How much money does Advocates for Kids take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2024, Advocates for Kids reported total revenue of $653,051 and total expenses of $333,240 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.