# Boy Scouts of America

Boy Scouts nonprofit in Cleveland, Ohio 44115. EIN 34-0714322. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The lake erie council, scouting America prepares young people to make ethical and moral choices by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and law. Through leadership development, outdoor adventure, service, and character education programs, the council empowers youth to become responsible citizens and community leaders.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2024: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/340714322/202523219349319442/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Boy Scouts (IRS activity code O410)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible
- 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 | $5,380,320 | $7,240,639 | $18,512,362 | $11,834,139 | 118 | 3,107 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/340714322/202523219349319442/full) |
| Dec 2023 | $4,743,894 | $4,694,732 | $18,810,566 | $12,752,990 | 129 | 3,256 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/340714322/202442129349300624/full) |
| Dec 2021 | $3,816,370 | $4,034,004 | $21,738,884 | $21,264,959 | 120 | 3,244 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/340714322/202202109349300710/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2024: programs $6,360,610 (88%), management $406,167 (6%), fundraising $473,862 (7%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2024: gifts and grants $3,412,201, program fees $1,546,424, investment income -$358,767.

Growth label: **Growing** (about +12% a year, Dec 2021 to Dec 2024). Growth label: we compare total revenue on the oldest and the newest return shown above. Growing means revenue rose by more than 10% a year on average, Shrinking means it fell by more than 10% a year, and Steady means a change between -10% and +10% a year. The rate is the compounded yearly average between the two returns, so it hides ups and downs in between (see the table). We only label groups with returns at least a year apart and at least $5,000 of revenue on the oldest one. This is our own calculation, not an IRS rating or a judgment of quality.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 3 of 110 youth development nonprofits in Cleveland.
- Revenue $5,380,320 is in the top 10% of 449 youth development nonprofits in Ohio; median $155,735.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Cuyahoga County, Ohio: about 249,579 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
- 598 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.4 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Cleveland: 7 camps, 277 licensed child care centers, 3 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/ohio/cleveland
- Ohio rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/ohio

## Questions

**What is Boy Scouts of America's EIN?**

Boy Scouts of America's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-0714322. 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 Boy Scouts of America a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Boy Scouts of America in Cleveland, Ohio as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3). 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 Boy Scouts of America tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Boy Scouts of America 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 Boy Scouts of America do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2024: "The lake erie council, scouting America prepares young people to make ethical and moral choices by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and law. Through leadership development, outdoor adventure, service, and character education programs, the council empowers youth to become responsible citizens and community leaders." The IRS classifies it as: Boy Scouts.

**How much money does Boy Scouts of America take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2024, Boy Scouts of America reported total revenue of $5,380,320 and total expenses of $7,240,639 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.