# Catalina Island Foundation

Youth development programs nonprofit in Avalon, California 90704. EIN 83-2933129. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To support local entities working to maintain or improve the quality of life on Catalina Island. Contributions go towards programs vital to the community's well-being, including youth groups, Scouting programs, school field trips, health initiatives, substance abuse education and remediation, sports and performing arts organizations, senior care and college scholarships.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2022: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/832933129/202302659349200230/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2020
- 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 2022 | $28,000 | $30,962 | $9,748 | $9,706 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/832933129/202302659349200230/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2022: gifts and grants $28,000, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 1 of 4 youth development nonprofits in Avalon.
- Revenue $28,000 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.
- Licensed programs in Avalon: 2 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/california/avalon
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Catalina Island Foundation's EIN?**

Catalina Island Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-2933129. 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 Catalina Island Foundation a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Catalina Island Foundation in Avalon, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2020. 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 Catalina Island Foundation tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Catalina Island Foundation 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 Catalina Island Foundation do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2022: "To support local entities working to maintain or improve the quality of life on Catalina Island. Contributions go towards programs vital to the community's well-being, including youth groups, Scouting programs, school field trips, health initiatives, substance abuse education and remediation, sports and performing arts organizations, senior care and college scholarships." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Catalina Island Foundation take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2022, Catalina Island Foundation reported total revenue of $28,000 and total expenses of $30,962 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.