# Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc

Youth development nonprofit in Lake Jackson, Texas 77566. EIN 74-2196959. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> This corporation presently conducts a one-week summer youth camp, utilizing the facilities at Camp Bandina, near Bandera, Texas. The main purpose of the camp is to provide a Christian environment for the teaching of the New Testament of the Bible, and to promote the physical and spiritual well-being of the adults and children who participate.

Source: Form 990, year ending Aug 2024: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/742196959/202413599349300206/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development (IRS activity code O99)
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2024 | $48,284 | $48,839 | $20,358 | $20,358 | 0 | 70 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/742196959/202413599349300206/full) |

Expense split, year ending Aug 2024: programs $48,839 (100%), management $0 (0%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Aug 2024: gifts and grants $2,000, program fees $46,284, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 1 of 2 youth development nonprofits in Lake Jackson.
- Revenue $53,350 is higher than roughly 10 to 20% of 994 youth development nonprofits in Texas; median $150,415.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Brazoria County, Texas: about 103,250 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
- 231 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.2 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Lake Jackson: 12 licensed child care centers, 5 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/texas/lake-jackson
- Texas rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/texas

## Questions

**What is Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc's EIN?**

Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 74-2196959. 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 Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc in Lake Jackson, Texas 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 Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc 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 Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Aug 2024: "This corporation presently conducts a one-week summer youth camp, utilizing the facilities at Camp Bandina, near Bandera, Texas. The main purpose of the camp is to provide a Christian environment for the teaching of the New Testament of the Bible, and to promote the physical and spiritual well-being of the adults and children who participate." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development.

**How much money does Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc take in?**

For the year ending Aug 2024, Sonshine Christian Youth Camp Inc reported total revenue of $48,284 and total expenses of $48,839 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.