# Las Flores PTO

Parent-teacher group (PTA or PTO) nonprofit in Ridgecrest, California 93555. EIN 71-0884311. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Our goal is to enhance the educational experience at las flores elementary school by supporting the students and teaching staff through fund raising efforts to provide additional equipment, services and special projects.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Jun 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/710884311/202601359349208320/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Parent-teacher group (PTA or PTO) (IRS activity code B94)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2002
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $23,834 | $14,056 | $43,168 | $43,168 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/710884311/202601359349208320/full) |
| Jun 2021 | $1,788 | $2,242 | $15,978 | $15,978 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/710884311/202230399349200248/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Jun 2025: gifts and grants $225, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 1 of 7 PTAs and PTOs in Ridgecrest.
- Revenue $23,834 is higher than roughly 10 to 20% of 674 PTAs and PTOs in California; median $77,557.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Kern County, California: about 257,240 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
- 297 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.2 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Ridgecrest: 11 licensed child care centers, 2 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/ridgecrest
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Las Flores PTO's EIN?**

Las Flores PTO's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 71-0884311. 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 Las Flores PTO a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Las Flores PTO in Ridgecrest, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2002. 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 Las Flores PTO tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Las Flores PTO 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 Las Flores PTO do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Jun 2025: "Our goal is to enhance the educational experience at las flores elementary school by supporting the students and teaching staff through fund raising efforts to provide additional equipment, services and special projects." The IRS classifies it as: Parent-teacher group (PTA or PTO).

**How much money does Las Flores PTO take in?**

For the year ending Jun 2025, Las Flores PTO reported total revenue of $23,834 and total expenses of $14,056 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.