# Houston Underground Saxophone Competition

Arts education nonprofit in Houston, Texas 77036. EIN 93-3343793. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/933343793-houston-underground-saxophone-competition

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The purpose of the Houston Underground Saxophone Competition is to provide young musicians ages 11-18 with an opportunity to showcase their work and skills alongside other peers and industry professionals. Through the process of participating in Houston Underground students are able to engage in an educational and competitive environment.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2023: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/933343793/202411359349205841/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A25)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2023
- 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 | $17,515 | $14,474 | $3,041 | $3,041 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/933343793/202411359349205841/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2023: gifts and grants $15,395, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 9 of 48 arts education nonprofits in Houston.
- Revenue $17,515 is in the bottom 10% of 72 arts education nonprofits in Texas; median $165,372.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Harris County, Texas: about 1,272,618 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
- 2,084 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.6 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Houston: 813 licensed child care centers, 111 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/texas/houston
- Texas rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/texas

## Questions

**What is Houston Underground Saxophone Competition's EIN?**

Houston Underground Saxophone Competition's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-3343793. 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 Houston Underground Saxophone Competition a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Houston Underground Saxophone Competition in Houston, Texas as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2023. 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 Houston Underground Saxophone Competition tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Houston Underground Saxophone Competition 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 Houston Underground Saxophone Competition do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2023: "The purpose of the Houston Underground Saxophone Competition is to provide young musicians ages 11-18 with an opportunity to showcase their work and skills alongside other peers and industry professionals. Through the process of participating in Houston Underground students are able to engage in an educational and competitive environment." The IRS classifies it as: Arts education.

**How much money does Houston Underground Saxophone Competition take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2023, Houston Underground Saxophone Competition reported total revenue of $17,515 and total expenses of $14,474 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.