# Happystars Youth Program Inc

Youth development programs nonprofit in Odessa, Florida 33556. EIN 85-2828465. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Center Stage Youth Theatre is a 501c3 nonprofit that is a part of HappyStars Youth Programs Inc. Center Stage Youth Theatre is an inclusive organization whose purpose is to unlock the potential of our students through theatre. We aim to inspire personal growth ignite creativity and cultivate leadership skills. We believe in the transformative power of the arts and our theater experiences serve as...

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/852828465/202611359349313791/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- 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 2025 | $442,277 | $340,649 | $139,585 | $139,585 | 3 | 60 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/852828465/202611359349313791/full) |
| Dec 2024 | $287,279 | $320,302 | $100,321 | $37,957 | 3 | 60 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/852828465/202532829349301828/full) |
| Dec 2021 | $83,787 | $75,105 | $13,439 | $11,967 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/852828465/202231199349200608/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2025: programs $289,278 (84%), management $45,122 (13%), fundraising $7,979 (2%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $46,838, program fees $395,439, investment income $0.

Growth label: **Growing** (about +52% a year, Dec 2021 to Dec 2025). Growth label: we compare total revenue on the oldest and the newest return shown above. Growing means revenue rose by more than 10% a year on average, Shrinking means it fell by more than 10% a year, and Steady means a change between -10% and +10% a year. The rate is the compounded yearly average between the two returns, so it hides ups and downs in between (see the table). We only label groups with returns at least a year apart and at least $5,000 of revenue on the oldest one. This is our own calculation, not an IRS rating or a judgment of quality.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 11 youth development nonprofits in Odessa.
- Revenue $442,277 is higher than roughly 70 to 80% 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 Odessa: 9 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/florida/odessa
- Florida rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/florida

## Questions

**What is Happystars Youth Program Inc's EIN?**

Happystars Youth Program Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-2828465. 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 Happystars Youth Program Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Happystars Youth Program Inc in Odessa, Florida 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 Happystars Youth Program Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Happystars Youth Program 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 Happystars Youth Program Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "Center Stage Youth Theatre is a 501c3 nonprofit that is a part of HappyStars Youth Programs Inc. Center Stage Youth Theatre is an inclusive organization whose purpose is to unlock the potential of our students through theatre. We aim to inspire personal growth ignite creativity and cultivate leadership skills. We believe in the transformative power of the arts and our theater experiences serve as..." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Happystars Youth Program Inc take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Happystars Youth Program Inc reported total revenue of $442,277 and total expenses of $340,649 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.