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We believe in championing and guiding generations to be passionate followers of Jesus, who walk in obedience and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Mission
To know god and make him known.
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· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Youth with a Mission Costa Rica has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 80% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Youth with a Mission Costa Rica draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical international charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
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- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
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- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyYouth with a Mission Costa Rica is a registered international nonprofit based in Dallas, TX, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2016 and has been operating for 10 years. Its EIN is 811177382. 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 68/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $2M in annual revenue. 14 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Youth with a Mission Costa Rica's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 811177382. 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.
Youth with a Mission Costa Rica has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100. 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 68 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 93% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
Youth with a Mission Costa Rica is located in Dallas, TX, United States. The organization was established in 2016 and has been active for 10 years. Its registered address is 3713 Marquette St, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Youth with a Mission Costa Rica has $2M in annual revenue. It allocates 93% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 73% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Youth with a Mission Costa Rica is classified as an International 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 $2M in annual revenue. The organization has 14 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Youth with a Mission Costa Rica. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Youth with a Mission Costa Rica 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 93% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. 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.
We believe in championing and guiding generations to be passionate followers of Jesus, who walk in obedience and in the power of the Holy Spirit. Youth with a Mission Costa Rica is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2016.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 93% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $2M is below the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Youth with a Mission Costa Rica are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Youth with a Mission Costa Rica is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 811177382, 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 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
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YOUTH WITH A MISSION COSTA RICA 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (5)
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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 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 14 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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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 · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 14 officers on file
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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 · 2016
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Youth with a Mission Costa Rica
- What is Youth with a Mission Costa Rica?
- Youth with a Mission Costa Rica is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Dallas, United States. We believe in championing and guiding generations to be passionate followers of Jesus, who walk in obedience and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
- When was Youth with a Mission Costa Rica founded?
- Youth with a Mission Costa Rica was founded in 2016.
- Who leads Youth with a Mission Costa Rica?
- Giacommo Coghi Vargas serves as BOARD MEMBER.
- Where is Youth with a Mission Costa Rica located?
- Headquartered in Dallas, TX, United States.
- What is Youth with a Mission Costa Rica's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $1M-$10M. 93% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Youth with a Mission Costa Rica trustworthy?
- Youth with a Mission Costa Rica has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68 out of 100 (Partial 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 Youth with a Mission Costa Rica's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 811177382.
- What is Youth with a Mission Costa Rica's website?
- https://www.ywamsj.org/