# Writers Grotto

Arts education nonprofit in San Francisco, California 94103. EIN 84-3889127. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/843889127-writers-grotto

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The writers grotto provides workspace and community to a diverse group of artists, and a robust classes program for the public. We work to break down barriers in publishing, and amplify marginalized voices.

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2024: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/843889127/202533119349304068/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A25)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2021
- 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 | $279,372 | $266,679 | $56,331 | $18,686 | 0 | - | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/843889127/202533119349304068/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2024: programs $202,225 (76%), management $46,672 (18%), fundraising $17,782 (7%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2024: gifts and grants $71,053, program fees $208,319, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 7 of 39 arts education nonprofits in San Francisco.
- Revenue $279,372 is higher than roughly 60 to 70% of 246 arts education nonprofits in California; median $179,559.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- San Francisco County, California: about 111,757 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
- 370 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 3.3 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in San Francisco: 379 licensed child care centers, 21 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/san-francisco
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Writers Grotto's EIN?**

Writers Grotto's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3889127. 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 Writers Grotto a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Writers Grotto in San Francisco, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2021. 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 Writers Grotto tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Writers Grotto 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 Writers Grotto do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2024: "The writers grotto provides workspace and community to a diverse group of artists, and a robust classes program for the public. We work to break down barriers in publishing, and amplify marginalized voices." The IRS classifies it as: Arts education.

**How much money does Writers Grotto take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2024, Writers Grotto reported total revenue of $279,372 and total expenses of $266,679 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.