# Mountains 2 Sea

Youth development programs nonprofit in Corralitos, California 95076. EIN 83-0697842. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Our mission is to empower youth using outdoor adventure learning to help them achieve their personal potential. Through outings in the mountains and on the sea, participants will develop a strong foundation for personal health and well-being, expand their understanding of the natural world, and gain practical life skills.

Source: Form 990, year ending Jun 2023: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/830697842/202430169349300153/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2019
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2023 | $271,356 | $170,751 | $180,545 | $180,545 | 0 | 0 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/830697842/202430169349300153/full) |

Expense split, year ending Jun 2023: programs $167,679 (98%), management $1,572 (1%), fundraising $1,500 (1%).

Revenue sources, year ending Jun 2023: gifts and grants $218,812, program fees $52,544, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue $219,066 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

- Santa Cruz County, California: about 46,196 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
- 126 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.7 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Corralitos: 2 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/california/corralitos
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Mountains 2 Sea's EIN?**

Mountains 2 Sea's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-0697842. 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 Mountains 2 Sea a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Mountains 2 Sea in Corralitos, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2019. 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 Mountains 2 Sea tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Mountains 2 Sea 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 Mountains 2 Sea do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Jun 2023: "Our mission is to empower youth using outdoor adventure learning to help them achieve their personal potential. Through outings in the mountains and on the sea, participants will develop a strong foundation for personal health and well-being, expand their understanding of the natural world, and gain practical life skills." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Mountains 2 Sea take in?**

For the year ending Jun 2023, Mountains 2 Sea reported total revenue of $271,356 and total expenses of $170,751 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.