# Rooted in Play Corp

Youth development programs nonprofit in Tampa, Florida 33616. EIN 84-2170389. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/842170389-rooted-in-play-corp

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To ensure that all children have access to childhood play opportunities. The Organization encourages children to get outside, enjoy the natural world, and to create place, time, and space for self-directed play. The Organization serves families, children of all ages, and educators in the Tampa Bay area who are interested in the benefits of self-directed play.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/842170389/202601959349301005/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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | $233,358 | $204,932 | $72,699 | $63,468 | 2 | 10 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/842170389/202601959349301005/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2025: programs $186,965 (91%), management $17,967 (9%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $217,832, program fees $15,523, investment income $3.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 21 of 158 youth development nonprofits in Tampa.
- Revenue $233,358 is higher than roughly 60 to 70% of 838 youth development nonprofits in Florida; median $137,544.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Hillsborough County, Florida: about 334,721 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
- 640 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.9 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Tampa: 264 licensed child care centers, 5 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/florida/tampa
- Florida rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/florida

## Questions

**What is Rooted in Play Corp's EIN?**

Rooted in Play Corp's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-2170389. 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 Rooted in Play Corp a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Rooted in Play Corp in Tampa, 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 Rooted in Play Corp tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Rooted in Play Corp 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 Rooted in Play Corp do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "To ensure that all children have access to childhood play opportunities. The Organization encourages children to get outside, enjoy the natural world, and to create place, time, and space for self-directed play. The Organization serves families, children of all ages, and educators in the Tampa Bay area who are interested in the benefits of self-directed play." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Rooted in Play Corp take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Rooted in Play Corp reported total revenue of $233,358 and total expenses of $204,932 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.