# Hockey Stix

Amateur sports nonprofit in Ephrata, Pennsylvania 17522. EIN 47-4563986. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/474563986-hockey-stix

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> We strive to develop field hockey skills beginning in kindergarten through grade 12. While we develop a love for field hockey and teamwork with our youngest players, as they progress they enter more competitive play through travel and indoor competitions. We are a feeder system for our local schools. The coaches of our competitive teams have received usfha certifications.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Jul 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/474563986/202620439349201407/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Amateur sports (IRS activity code N60)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2015
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $61,680 | $63,482 | $32,023 | $32,023 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/474563986/202620439349201407/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Jul 2025: gifts and grants $60,162, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 3 of 10 amateur sports nonprofits in Ephrata.
- Revenue $61,680 is higher than roughly 20 to 30% of 1,069 amateur sports nonprofits in Pennsylvania; median $104,464.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Lancaster County, Pennsylvania: about 128,218 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
- 283 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.2 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Ephrata: 9 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/pennsylvania/ephrata
- Pennsylvania rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/pennsylvania

## Questions

**What is Hockey Stix's EIN?**

Hockey Stix's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-4563986. 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 Hockey Stix a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Hockey Stix in Ephrata, Pennsylvania as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2015. 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 Hockey Stix tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Hockey Stix 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 Hockey Stix do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Jul 2025: "We strive to develop field hockey skills beginning in kindergarten through grade 12. While we develop a love for field hockey and teamwork with our youngest players, as they progress they enter more competitive play through travel and indoor competitions. We are a feeder system for our local schools. The coaches of our competitive teams have received usfha certifications." The IRS classifies it as: Amateur sports.

**How much money does Hockey Stix take in?**

For the year ending Jul 2025, Hockey Stix reported total revenue of $61,680 and total expenses of $63,482 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.