# Focused on Growth Academy

Children's and youth services nonprofit in Berkeley, California 94704. EIN 88-4284525. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/884284525-focused-on-growth-academy

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The mission of Focused on Growth Academy is to support misguided youth to overcome systemic barriers and achieve independence. Through programs centered on personal development, mental and physical wellness, substance abuse recovery, career preparation, and community engagement, we strive to equip youth with the tools they need to lead resilient and fulfilling lives

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/884284525/202631129349300008/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Children's and youth services (IRS activity code P30)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2025
- 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 | $525,124 | $385,585 | $139,539 | $139,539 | 0 | 44 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/884284525/202631129349300008/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2025: programs $383,494 (99%), management $2,091 (1%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $67,377, program fees $520, investment income $89.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 2 children's and youth services nonprofits in Berkeley.
- Revenue $525,124 is higher than roughly 60 to 70% of 297 children's and youth services nonprofits in California; median $342,492.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Alameda County, California: about 316,637 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
- 818 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.6 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Berkeley: 61 licensed child care centers, 5 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/berkeley
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Focused on Growth Academy's EIN?**

Focused on Growth Academy's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-4284525. 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 Focused on Growth Academy a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Focused on Growth Academy in Berkeley, California as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2025. 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 Focused on Growth Academy tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Focused on Growth Academy 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 Focused on Growth Academy do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "The mission of Focused on Growth Academy is to support misguided youth to overcome systemic barriers and achieve independence. Through programs centered on personal development, mental and physical wellness, substance abuse recovery, career preparation, and community engagement, we strive to equip youth with the tools they need to lead resilient and fulfilling lives" The IRS classifies it as: Children's and youth services.

**How much money does Focused on Growth Academy take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Focused on Growth Academy reported total revenue of $525,124 and total expenses of $385,585 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.