# Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc

Amateur sports nonprofit in Snyder, Texas 79549. EIN 87-2396821. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/872396821-shining-stars-sports-and-recreation-inc

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To encourage healthy lifestyles, connect families and unite a community through sports and recreational activities, including both youth and adult leagues, while providing positive structure and promoting christian principles.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2023: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/872396821/202441669349200809/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Amateur sports (IRS activity code N60)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2022
- 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 2023 | $64,973 | $65,725 | $45 | $45 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/872396821/202441669349200809/full) |
| Dec 2021 | $3,858 | $1,030 | $2,828 | $2,828 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/872396821/202221509349200662/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2023: gifts and grants $3,441, program fees $61,532, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 1 of 2 amateur sports nonprofits in Snyder.
- Revenue $41,088 is higher than roughly 10 to 20% of 1,107 amateur sports nonprofits in Texas; median $136,579.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Scurry County, Texas: about 4,153 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 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 0.7 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Snyder: 4 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/texas/snyder
- Texas rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/texas

## Questions

**What is Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc's EIN?**

Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-2396821. 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 Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc in Snyder, Texas as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2022. 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 Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Shining Stars Sports and Recreation 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 Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2023: "To encourage healthy lifestyles, connect families and unite a community through sports and recreational activities, including both youth and adult leagues, while providing positive structure and promoting christian principles." The IRS classifies it as: Amateur sports.

**How much money does Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2023, Shining Stars Sports and Recreation Inc reported total revenue of $64,973 and total expenses of $65,725 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.