# Chess in the Park

Youth development programs nonprofit in Independence, Oregon 97351. EIN 99-2036765. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## 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

## Local context

- Polk County, Oregon: about 18,921 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
- 50 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.6 per 1,000 children.
- Oregon rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/oregon

## Questions

**What is Chess in the Park's EIN?**

Chess in the Park's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-2036765. 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 Chess in the Park a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Chess in the Park in Independence, Oregon 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 Chess in the Park tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Chess in the Park 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 Chess in the Park do?**

The IRS classifies Chess in the Park as: Youth development programs. It has not filed a Form 990 or 990-EZ with a mission statement that we have loaded.

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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.