# Friends of Camp Natoma

Children's and youth services nonprofit in Sn Luis Obisp, California 93403. EIN 45-5529053. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Camp natoma is a rustic overnight experience for youth. Campers connect with the natural world through outdoor living and hands-on nature exploration, set goals and try new things, express their creativity, develop independence, self-esteem and cooperation, and interact with positive adult mentors.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2021: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/455529053/202242439349301344/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Children's and youth services (IRS activity code P30)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2014
- 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 2021 | $640,189 | $440,717 | $467,395 | $153,377 | 29 | 80 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/455529053/202242439349301344/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2021: programs $181,736 (41%), management $258,981 (59%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2021: gifts and grants $162,577, program fees $458,187, investment income $296.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 6 children's and youth services nonprofits in Sn Luis Obisp.
- Revenue $388,815 is higher than roughly 50 to 60% of 297 children's and youth services nonprofits in California; median $342,492.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Friends of Camp Natoma's EIN?**

Friends of Camp Natoma's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-5529053. 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 Friends of Camp Natoma a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Friends of Camp Natoma in Sn Luis Obisp, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2014. 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 Friends of Camp Natoma tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Friends of Camp Natoma 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 Friends of Camp Natoma do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2021: "Camp natoma is a rustic overnight experience for youth. Campers connect with the natural world through outdoor living and hands-on nature exploration, set goals and try new things, express their creativity, develop independence, self-esteem and cooperation, and interact with positive adult mentors." The IRS classifies it as: Children's and youth services.

**How much money does Friends of Camp Natoma take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2021, Friends of Camp Natoma reported total revenue of $640,189 and total expenses of $440,717 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.