# Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc

Youth development nonprofit in Tehachapi, California 93561. EIN 99-4901427. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3, Inc. is organized and operated for the charitable purpose of supporting Scout opportunities in the Greater Tehachapi Area. We support leadership and outdoor skill building pursuits through Scouting and we foster a strong sense of patriotism, community, and pride through the provision of resources and financial assistance.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/994901427/202640779349200804/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development (IRS activity code O12)
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | $3,236 | $320 | $3,427 | $3,427 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/994901427/202640779349200804/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $3,236, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 5 youth development nonprofits in Tehachapi.
- Revenue $3,236 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

- Kern County, California: about 257,240 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
- 297 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.2 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Tehachapi: 5 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/california/tehachapi
- California rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/california

## Questions

**What is Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc's EIN?**

Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-4901427. 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 Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc in Tehachapi, 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 Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 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 Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3, Inc. is organized and operated for the charitable purpose of supporting Scout opportunities in the Greater Tehachapi Area. We support leadership and outdoor skill building pursuits through Scouting and we foster a strong sense of patriotism, community, and pride through the provision of resources and financial assistance." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development.

**How much money does Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Friends of Tehachapi Troop 3 Inc reported total revenue of $3,236 and total expenses of $320 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.