# Big Sur Fiddle Camp

Arts education nonprofit in Big Sur, California 93920. EIN 82-4466144. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To provide accessible music education, preserve traditional musical arts, and foster community through immersive music instruction, mentorship, and performance.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/824466144/202601979349200120/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A25)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2018
- 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 2025 | $64,013 | $60,349 | $13,000 | $13,000 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/824466144/202601979349200120/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $23,261, program fees $40,752, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue $64,013 is higher than roughly 20 to 30% of 246 arts education nonprofits in California; median $179,559.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Monterey County, California: about 109,801 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
- 179 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.6 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Big Sur: 1 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/california/big-sur
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Big Sur Fiddle Camp's EIN?**

Big Sur Fiddle Camp's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-4466144. 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 Big Sur Fiddle Camp a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Big Sur Fiddle Camp in Big Sur, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2018. 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 Big Sur Fiddle Camp tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Big Sur Fiddle Camp 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 Big Sur Fiddle Camp do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "To provide accessible music education, preserve traditional musical arts, and foster community through immersive music instruction, mentorship, and performance." The IRS classifies it as: Arts education.

**How much money does Big Sur Fiddle Camp take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Big Sur Fiddle Camp reported total revenue of $64,013 and total expenses of $60,349 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.