# Hippo Life

Youth development programs nonprofit in Marina Dl Rey, California 90292. EIN 81-0701576. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Using art as a means of rehabilitation and social awareness while providing an innovative culture of creative expression and empowerment

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2021: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/810701576/202221329349204437/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- 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 2021 | $23,553 | $36,372 | $10,799 | $10,799 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/810701576/202221329349204437/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2021: gifts and grants $23,553, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 10 youth development nonprofits in Marina Dl Rey.
- Revenue $23,553 is higher than roughly 10 to 20% of 1,664 youth development nonprofits in California; median $169,823.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Los Angeles County, California: about 1,944,946 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
- 3,703 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.9 per 1,000 children.
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Hippo Life's EIN?**

Hippo Life's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-0701576. 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 Hippo Life a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Hippo Life in Marina Dl Rey, California 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 Hippo Life tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Hippo Life 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 Hippo Life do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2021: "Using art as a means of rehabilitation and social awareness while providing an innovative culture of creative expression and empowerment" The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Hippo Life take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2021, Hippo Life reported total revenue of $23,553 and total expenses of $36,372 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.