Y2y Network
Y2Y NETWORK EMPLOYS A YOUTH-TO-YOUTH MODEL TO PROVIDE A SAFE AND AFFIRMING ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUNG ADULTS 18-24 EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS. Y2Y GUESTS HAVE OPPORTUNITIES TO COLLABORATE WITH SERVICE PROVIDERS, …
Y2Y Network Inc
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Y2y Network is a youth development organization based in CAMBRIDGE, United States. Annual revenue: $2.1 million. EIN: 821755423.
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Mission
Y2y network employs a youth-to-youth model to provide a safe and affirming environment for young adults 18-24 experiencing homelessness. Y2y guests have opportunities to collaborate with service providers, other youth experiencing homelessness, and student volunteers to create sustainable pathways out of homelessness and develop skills for long-term success. Y2y provides opportunities for both guests and volunteers to become the next generation's leading advocates for youth-driven solutions to homelessness.
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· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar youth development in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Y2y Network with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable charities, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 82% of the 53,450 youth development charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- It has more complete contact information than 78% of comparable charities, with a verified website, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
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- a website
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyY2y Network is a registered youth development nonprofit based in Cambridge, MA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2017 and has been operating for 9 years. Its EIN is 821755423. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 71/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $827K in annual revenue. 43 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Y2y Network's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 821755423. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Y2y Network has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 71 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for youth development charities in United States is 90/100.
Y2y Network is located in Cambridge, MA, United States. The organization was established in 2017 and has been active for 9 years. Its registered address is 955 Massachusetts Avenue, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Y2y Network has $827K in annual revenue. It allocates 66% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 82% for youth development charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Y2y Network is classified as a Youth Development organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $827K in annual revenue. The organization has 43 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Y2y Network. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Y2y Network holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 66% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Y2y Network is a youth development organization based in CAMBRIDGE, United States. Annual revenue: $2.1 million. EIN: 821755423. Y2y Network is classified as a youth development organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2017.
Among youth development charities registered in United States: It allocates 66% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $827K is comparable to the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Y2y Network are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Y2y Network is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 821755423, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Y2Y NETWORK is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (17)
Source: Public filings
17 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 43 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 43 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2017
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Y2y Network
- What is Y2y Network?
- Y2y Network is a youth development publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Cambridge, United States. Y2y Network is a youth development organization based in CAMBRIDGE, United States. Annual revenue: $2.1 million. EIN: 821755423.
- When was Y2y Network founded?
- Y2y Network was founded in 2017.
- Who leads Y2y Network?
- Sharon Scott serves as INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
- Where is Y2y Network located?
- Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, United States.
- What is Y2y Network's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 66% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Y2y Network trustworthy?
- Y2y Network has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Y2y Network's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 821755423.
- What is Y2y Network's website?
- https://www.y2yharvardsquare.org