# Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc

Youth development programs nonprofit in Dallas, Texas 75209. EIN 75-2559486. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Challenge air for kids and friends, inc. A non-profit organization, offers motivational, inspirational, and life-changing experiences to physically challenged children and youth through aviation.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2021: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/752559486/202231339349302648/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2022
- 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 | $298,697 | $354,449 | $157,911 | $152,183 | 4 | 525 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/752559486/202231339349302648/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2021: programs $192,801 (54%), management $113,190 (32%), fundraising $48,458 (14%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2021: gifts and grants $297,446, program fees $0, investment income $784.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 26 of 300 youth development nonprofits in Dallas.
- Revenue $518,864 is higher than roughly 70 to 80% of 994 youth development nonprofits in Texas; median $150,415.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Dallas County, Texas: about 651,464 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
- 1,159 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.8 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Dallas: 275 licensed child care centers, 66 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/texas/dallas
- Texas rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/texas

## Questions

**What is Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc's EIN?**

Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-2559486. 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 Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc in Dallas, Texas as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2022. 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 Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Challenge Air for Kids and Friends 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 Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2021: "Challenge air for kids and friends, inc. A non-profit organization, offers motivational, inspirational, and life-changing experiences to physically challenged children and youth through aviation." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2021, Challenge Air for Kids and Friends Inc reported total revenue of $298,697 and total expenses of $354,449 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.