# Scott Youth Foundation

Youth development nonprofit in Mattoon, Illinois 61938. EIN 42-4455561. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development (IRS activity code O12)
- 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

- Coles County, Illinois: about 8,517 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
- 30 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 3.5 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Mattoon: 6 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/illinois/mattoon
- Illinois rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/illinois

## Questions

**What is Scott Youth Foundation's EIN?**

Scott Youth Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 42-4455561. 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 Scott Youth Foundation a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Scott Youth Foundation in Mattoon, Illinois 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 Scott Youth Foundation tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Scott Youth Foundation 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 Scott Youth Foundation do?**

The IRS classifies Scott Youth Foundation as: Youth development. 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.