# Social Justice Sewing Academy

Youth development programs nonprofit in Antioch, California 94531. EIN 81-3672824. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/813672824-social-justice-sewing-academy

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Founded in 2016, the social justice sewing academy is an art program that bridges artistic expression with activism. By using textile art as a vehicle for personal transformation and community cohesion sjsa empowers youth to become agents of social change. We bring together artist-mentors, youth, and community members to learn and create through community-centered projects. Using art as an...

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2020: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/813672824/202212169349301761/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2017
- 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 2020 | $213,533 | $79,600 | $124,990 | $115,596 | 0 | 22 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/813672824/202212169349301761/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2020: programs $72,044 (91%), management $7,556 (9%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2020: gifts and grants $159,505, program fees $54,028, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 3 of 23 youth development nonprofits in Antioch.
- Revenue $213,533 is higher than roughly 50 to 60% of 1,664 youth development nonprofits in California; median $169,823.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Contra Costa County, California: about 251,475 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
- 569 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.3 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Antioch: 24 licensed child care centers, 5 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/antioch
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Social Justice Sewing Academy's EIN?**

Social Justice Sewing Academy's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-3672824. 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 Social Justice Sewing Academy a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Social Justice Sewing Academy in Antioch, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2017. 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 Social Justice Sewing Academy tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Social Justice Sewing Academy 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 Social Justice Sewing Academy do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2020: "Founded in 2016, the social justice sewing academy is an art program that bridges artistic expression with activism. By using textile art as a vehicle for personal transformation and community cohesion sjsa empowers youth to become agents of social change. We bring together artist-mentors, youth, and community members to learn and create through community-centered projects. Using art as an..." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Social Justice Sewing Academy take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2020, Social Justice Sewing Academy reported total revenue of $213,533 and total expenses of $79,600 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.