# Amarillo Bear Paws Inc

Youth development programs nonprofit in Amarillo, Texas 79159. EIN 99-1726031. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To share the hope of the gospel of christ with austin middle school students and their families through food, fun and friendship.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending May 2026: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/991726031/202602589349201415/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2024
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | $87,861 | $72,285 | $58,350 | $57,864 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/991726031/202602589349201415/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending May 2026: gifts and grants $87,861, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 4 of 30 youth development nonprofits in Amarillo.
- Revenue $87,861 is higher than roughly 30 to 40% of 994 youth development nonprofits in Texas; median $150,415.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

- Licensed programs in Amarillo: 61 licensed child care centers, 1 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/texas/amarillo
- Texas rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/texas

## Questions

**What is Amarillo Bear Paws Inc's EIN?**

Amarillo Bear Paws Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-1726031. 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 Amarillo Bear Paws Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Amarillo Bear Paws Inc in Amarillo, Texas as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2024. 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 Amarillo Bear Paws Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Amarillo Bear Paws 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 Amarillo Bear Paws Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending May 2026: "To share the hope of the gospel of christ with austin middle school students and their families through food, fun and friendship." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Amarillo Bear Paws Inc take in?**

For the year ending May 2026, Amarillo Bear Paws Inc reported total revenue of $87,861 and total expenses of $72,285 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.