# Because Project

Camps nonprofit in Somis, California 93066. EIN 37-2212832. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## IRS facts

- Type: Camps (IRS activity code N20)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2026
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organizations-business-master-file-extract-eo-bmf

## Local context

- Ventura County, California: about 176,417 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
- 338 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.9 per 1,000 children.
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Because Project's EIN?**

Because Project's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 37-2212832. 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 Because Project a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Because Project in Somis, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2026. 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 Because Project tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Because Project 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 Because Project do?**

The IRS classifies Because Project as: Camps. It has not filed a Form 990 or 990-EZ with a mission statement that we have loaded.

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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.