# The Ohio State University

Youth agricultural programs (such as 4-H and FFA) nonprofit in Sandusky, Ohio 44870. EIN 34-4458292. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Providing recreational facilities, including camping and other educational activities for children and adults affiliated with 4-H organization as well as other groups.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2022: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/344458292/202343079349300224/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth agricultural programs (such as 4-H and FFA) (IRS activity code O52)
- 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 2022 | $319,475 | $241,767 | $703,962 | $703,422 | 20 | 0 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/344458292/202343079349300224/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2022: programs $236,680 (98%), management $5,087 (2%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2022: gifts and grants $14,439, program fees $297,942, investment income $7,094.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 10 youth development nonprofits in Sandusky.
- Revenue $456,446 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

- Erie County, Ohio: about 14,149 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
- 53 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 3.7 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Sandusky: 12 licensed child care centers, 1 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/ohio/sandusky
- Ohio rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/ohio

## Questions

**What is The Ohio State University's EIN?**

The Ohio State University's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-4458292. 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 The Ohio State University a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists The Ohio State University in Sandusky, 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 The Ohio State University tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to The Ohio State University 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 The Ohio State University do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2022: "Providing recreational facilities, including camping and other educational activities for children and adults affiliated with 4-H organization as well as other groups." The IRS classifies it as: Youth agricultural programs (such as 4-H and FFA).

**How much money does The Ohio State University take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2022, The Ohio State University reported total revenue of $319,475 and total expenses of $241,767 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.