# K9 Youth Alliance

Youth development programs nonprofit in Pasadena, California 91105. EIN 46-1604776. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> K9 youth alliance enriches the lives of youth from under-resourced communities and helps abandoned dogs find permanent homes. In its in-person program model, young people and shelter dogs learn together under the mentorship of dedicated staff and volunteers. These three-week programs use reward-based, force-free dog training methods, humane education and animal advocacy to promote leadership and...

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2021: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/461604776/202201329349204390/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2013
- 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 | $99,080 | $125,309 | $198,901 | $198,766 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/461604776/202201329349204390/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2021: gifts and grants $97,596, program fees $0, investment income $14.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 11 of 48 youth development nonprofits in Pasadena.
- Revenue $145,836 is higher than roughly 40 to 50% of 1,664 youth development nonprofits in California; median $169,823.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Los Angeles County, California: about 1,944,946 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
- 3,703 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.9 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Pasadena: 75 licensed child care centers, 3 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/pasadena
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is K9 Youth Alliance's EIN?**

K9 Youth Alliance's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-1604776. 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 K9 Youth Alliance a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists K9 Youth Alliance in Pasadena, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2013. 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 K9 Youth Alliance tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to K9 Youth Alliance 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 K9 Youth Alliance do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2021: "K9 youth alliance enriches the lives of youth from under-resourced communities and helps abandoned dogs find permanent homes. In its in-person program model, young people and shelter dogs learn together under the mentorship of dedicated staff and volunteers. These three-week programs use reward-based, force-free dog training methods, humane education and animal advocacy to promote leadership and..." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does K9 Youth Alliance take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2021, K9 Youth Alliance reported total revenue of $99,080 and total expenses of $125,309 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.