# Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association

Recreational clubs nonprofit in Elysburg, Pennsylvania 17824. EIN 47-4822594. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The mission of the pennsylvania state shotgunning association is to foster national and international amateur competition in shooting sports, particularly trapshooting. Due to the very expensive nature of the competitive shooting sports and limited facilities for participation, it is necessary to provide factilities and equipment to foster the shooting sports. The organization's mission includes...

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2024: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/474822594/202533099349300828/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Recreational clubs (IRS activity code N50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2016
- 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 2024 | $1,504,775 | $1,580,024 | $1,124,675 | $815,129 | 188 | 15 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/474822594/202533099349300828/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2024: programs $1,558,734 (99%), management $21,290 (1%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2024: gifts and grants $36,481, program fees $1,439,250, investment income $1,129.

## How it compares

- Revenue $1,504,775 is in the top 10% of 126 recreation and club nonprofits in Pennsylvania; median $134,745.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Columbia County, Pennsylvania: about 11,482 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
- 33 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.9 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Elysburg: 3 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/pennsylvania/elysburg
- Pennsylvania rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/pennsylvania

## Questions

**What is Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association's EIN?**

Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-4822594. 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 Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association in Elysburg, Pennsylvania as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2016. 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 Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association 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 Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2024: "The mission of the pennsylvania state shotgunning association is to foster national and international amateur competition in shooting sports, particularly trapshooting. Due to the very expensive nature of the competitive shooting sports and limited facilities for participation, it is necessary to provide factilities and equipment to foster the shooting sports. The organization's mission includes..." The IRS classifies it as: Recreational clubs.

**How much money does Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2024, Pennsylvania State Shotgunning Association reported total revenue of $1,504,775 and total expenses of $1,580,024 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.