# Life Masteries Institute

Youth development programs nonprofit in Decatur, Illinois 62522. EIN 36-4288405. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Helping businesses and community organizations.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2022: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/364288405/202321329349201102/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2000
- 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 | $83,593 | $99,967 | $27,430 | $27,430 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/364288405/202321329349201102/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2022: gifts and grants $36,843, program fees $46,349, investment income $401.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 7 of 21 youth development nonprofits in Decatur.
- Revenue $80,040 is higher than roughly 20 to 30% of 505 youth development nonprofits in Illinois; median $157,728.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Macon County, Illinois: about 22,730 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
- 56 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.5 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Decatur: 13 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/illinois/decatur
- Illinois rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/illinois

## Questions

**What is Life Masteries Institute's EIN?**

Life Masteries Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-4288405. 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 Life Masteries Institute a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Life Masteries Institute in Decatur, Illinois as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2000. 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 Life Masteries Institute tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Life Masteries Institute 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 Life Masteries Institute do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2022: "Helping businesses and community organizations." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Life Masteries Institute take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2022, Life Masteries Institute reported total revenue of $83,593 and total expenses of $99,967 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.