# Paint and Purpose

Arts education nonprofit in Salem, Oregon 97302. EIN 42-2097686. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A25)
- 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

- Marion County, Oregon: about 80,479 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
- 174 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.2 per 1,000 children.
- Oregon rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/oregon

## Questions

**What is Paint and Purpose's EIN?**

Paint and Purpose's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 42-2097686. 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 Paint and Purpose a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Paint and Purpose in Salem, Oregon 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 Paint and Purpose tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Paint and Purpose 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 Paint and Purpose do?**

The IRS classifies Paint and Purpose as: Arts education. 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.