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Ohio youth development organizations

There are 4,542 youth development organizations in Ohio. Combined, these Ohioan youth development organizations employ 12,451 people, earn more than $542 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $1 billion.
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Types of youth development organizations in Ohio

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Youth development programs
 
3,768
 
$109,115,112
4-H and youth agricultural programs
 
2,655
 
$9,184,496
Boys clubs and girls clubs
 
247
 
$233,806,308
Scouting organizations
 
116
 
$95,907,408
Organizations supporting multiple youth development organizations
 
107
 
$19,619,197
Adult / child mentoring and big brother and sister programs
 
85
 
$23,117,099
Religious youth organizations
 
76
 
$23,901,724
Youth development alliances and advocates
 
31
 
$6,406,340
Organizations supporting a single youth development organization
 
28
 
$30,330,067
Youth development professional societies
 
22
 
$10,347,198
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Youth development organizations by major Ohio cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Columbus, OH
 
956
 
$164,107,305
Cleveland, OH
 
588
 
$95,721,876
Cincinnati
 
429
 
$124,202,173
Toledo
 
284
 
$16,374,576
Dayton
 
273
 
$51,850,680
Akron
 
153
 
$28,567,532
Springfield, OH
 
145
 
$720,490
Youngstown
 
144
 
$8,156,420
Canton
 
117
 
$11,872,817
Mansfield
 
102
 
$2,121,163
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Job trends for Ohio youth development organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
130
1-10
 
69
11-25
 
52
26-100
 
37
101 to 1,000
 
20
1,000+
 
3
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Sizes of youth development organizations in Ohio

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
292
$250k to $1M
 
123
$1M to $5M
 
55
$5M to $25M
 
19
$25M to $100M
 
3
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of youth development organizations in Ohio

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YMCA of Greater Cleveland

YMCA of Greater Cleveland promotes well-being through youth programs, fitness, and community support, fostering healthy living and inclusivity for all.
Revenue
$31.3m
Assets
$52.4m
Employees
1,128
EIN
34-0714728
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio

Enabling all youths to reach potential by promoting academic success and healthy lifestyles through programs, in Lorain, OH.
Revenue
$16.7m
Assets
$25.0m
Employees
379
EIN
34-1856214
IRS type
501(c)(3)

YMCA of Greater Dayton

YMCA of Greater Dayton enhances community wellness through fitness, youth development, and supportive programs based on Christian principles for families and individuals.
Revenue
$39.2m
Assets
$73.7m
Employees
2,257
EIN
31-0537517
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio

Girl Scouts of Western helps prepare 50,000 girl members for living today, as well as for living responsible adult lives through the girl scout program which includes troop activities, program opportunities, summer camp, and girl scouts in the school day.
Revenue
$15.0m
Assets
$38.5m
Employees
281
EIN
31-0679091
IRS type
501(c)(3)

YMCA of Central Ohio

YMCA of Central Ohio strengthens communities through inclusive youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility programs that build spirit, mind, and body for all.
Revenue
$65.4m
Assets
$99.2m
Employees
2,180
EIN
31-4379594
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland

Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland Council, a United Way funded organization, serves the girls and adult volunteers in 30 counties.
Revenue
$12.2m
Assets
$32.4m
Employees
175
EIN
31-4379475
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio serves nearly 30,000 girls in grades K-12 and 14,000 adult members. Girl Scouts of North East Ohio connects girls to a world of possibilities in a positive and inclusive, girl-led environment.
Revenue
$15.5m
Assets
$46.1m
Employees
245
EIN
34-0726094
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati

Enabling youth to reach full potential with positive self-image, healthy lifestyles, academic support, and job readiness training. Located in Cincinnati, OH.
Revenue
$22.0m
Assets
$66.5m
Employees
166
EIN
31-0536965
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The R idge Project

The R idge Project's mission is to establish a path of honor, discipline, and integrity; by way of education, motivation, and inspiration; in order to lead families into a future defined by hope, peace, and righteousness for generations to come.
Revenue
$6.2m
Assets
$3.7m
Employees
53
EIN
34-1950890
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Damascus (CYSC)

Our mission is to empower a generation of Catholics by establishing a faith-awakening camp that fosters faith that is deep, contagious, and joy-filled.
Revenue
$10.9m
Assets
$27.3m
Employees
348
EIN
20-8398029
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of Columbus

Empowering Columbus youth to reach full potential through affordable after-school and summer programs fostering productive, caring, responsible citizenship.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$25.8m
Employees
141
EIN
31-4387575
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Open Doors Academy (ODA)

Open Doors Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Cleveland. ODA works to create equity in education through free, high-quality after school, summer, and family programs for students in grades K-12 and at least one year out of high school.
Revenue
$9.4m
Assets
$7.5m
Employees
291
EIN
04-3697716
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Heritage Girls

American Heritage Girls develops Christ-centered character and leadership in girls ages 5-18 through faith, service, skill-building, outdoor adventures, and friendships.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$7.6m
Employees
69
EIN
31-1443814
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lorain County Agricultural Society

Lorain County Agricultural Society is a youth development organization in Wellington, OH whose mission is: Operate the annual Lorain County fair. Operation of the Lorain County fair.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$21.7m
Employees
133
EIN
87-3267141
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Nella's Place

Nella's Place fosters a safe and nurturing environment for girls. The organization provides housing and living arrangements to wards of the state. Nella's Place is based in Cincinnati, OH.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$150.6k
Employees
35
EIN
34-2031836
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Orrville Area Boys and Girls Club

Orrville Area Boys and Girls Club dedicates itself to the personal development of children in the community by helping them reach their own potential through planned, organized recreational, educational, and athletic programs.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$4.5m
Employees
104
EIN
34-1003436
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boys and Girls Clubs of Cleveland

Boys and Girls Clubs of Cleveland inspires young people to reach their full potential through education and a focus on healthy lifestyles.
Revenue
$4.5m
Assets
$6.5m
Employees
207
EIN
34-0770686
IRS type
501(c)(3)

YMCA of Wayne County

YMCA of Wayne County enriches communities through diverse programs promoting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility for all ages and backgrounds.
Revenue
$3.7m
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
313
EIN
34-0766172
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Godman Guild Association

The Godman Guild Association boosts social and economic mobility through youth development and workforce training, empowering Central Ohio families from kindergarten to career.
Revenue
$4.9m
Assets
$4.9m
Employees
137
EIN
31-4379478
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Light Foundation

The Light Foundation empowers youth through outdoor, hands-on programs that build self-confidence, moral values, financial skills, and self-reliance via community partnerships.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$7.7m
Employees
13
EIN
56-2311765
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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