# Afro-Play Oakland

Youth centers and clubs nonprofit in Oakland, California 94603. EIN 99-4487792. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/994487792-afro-play-oakland

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Afro-Play exists to Harambee - a Swahili term meaning "All Pull Together". It is our mission to achieve oneness and healing among all Black families in the African Diaspora.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Jun 2024: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/994487792/202611349349207831/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth centers and clubs (IRS activity code O20)
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2024 | $7,741 | $2,619 | $5,122 | $5,122 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/994487792/202611349349207831/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Jun 2024: gifts and grants $7,741, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 53 of 132 youth development nonprofits in Oakland.
- Revenue $7,741 is in the bottom 10% of 1,664 youth development nonprofits in California; median $169,823.
- 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 Oakland: 165 licensed child care centers, 7 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/california/oakland
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Afro-Play Oakland's EIN?**

Afro-Play Oakland's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-4487792. 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 Afro-Play Oakland a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Afro-Play Oakland in Oakland, California 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 Afro-Play Oakland tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Afro-Play Oakland 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 Afro-Play Oakland do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Jun 2024: "Afro-Play exists to Harambee - a Swahili term meaning "All Pull Together". It is our mission to achieve oneness and healing among all Black families in the African Diaspora." The IRS classifies it as: Youth centers and clubs.

**How much money does Afro-Play Oakland take in?**

For the year ending Jun 2024, Afro-Play Oakland reported total revenue of $7,741 and total expenses of $2,619 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.