# Think Big for Kids Inc

Youth centers and clubs nonprofit in Lakeland, Florida 33813. EIN 83-3978138. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/833978138-think-big-for-kids-inc

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To break the cycle of poverty by preparing kids for careers through mentorship & training

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2024: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/833978138/202501329349302235/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth centers and clubs (IRS activity code O20)
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | $2,703,046 | $1,475,718 | $3,285,600 | $3,265,657 | 7 | 400 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/833978138/202501329349302235/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2024: programs $1,093,393 (74%), management $288,861 (20%), fundraising $93,464 (6%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2024: gifts and grants $2,622,313, program fees $0, investment income $80,733.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 4 of 38 youth development nonprofits in Lakeland.
- Revenue $1,582,225 is in the top 10% of 838 youth development nonprofits in Florida; median $137,544.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Polk County, Florida: about 185,949 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
- 264 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.4 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Lakeland: 68 licensed child care centers, 12 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/florida/lakeland
- Florida rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/florida

## Questions

**What is Think Big for Kids Inc's EIN?**

Think Big for Kids Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-3978138. 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 Think Big for Kids Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Think Big for Kids Inc in Lakeland, Florida 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 Think Big for Kids Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Think Big for Kids Inc 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 Think Big for Kids Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2024: "To break the cycle of poverty by preparing kids for careers through mentorship & training" The IRS classifies it as: Youth centers and clubs.

**How much money does Think Big for Kids Inc take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2024, Think Big for Kids Inc reported total revenue of $2,703,046 and total expenses of $1,475,718 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.