Play N Learn Center Inc
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves
Play N Learn Center Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Fairbanks, Alaska, registered in 1975, with $4,415,443 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
1949 Gillam Way Ste F, Fairbanks, AK, 99701 EIN 92-0047999 Since 1975
Revenue (FY2024)
$4.4M
▲ 0.7% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$4.0M
Net assets
$5.2M
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
★★★★
Rated on 2 of 4 criteria — the rest aren't reported in this filing type.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Play N Learn Center Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating16 mo reserves · +10% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Play N Learn Center Inc: 16 mo reserves · +10% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Play N Learn Center Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Play N Learn Center Inc: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 1949 Gillam Way Ste F, Fairbanks, AK, 99701
- City
- Fairbanks
- State
- Alaska
- Category
- Human Services
- Subcategory
- Children & Youth Services
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $3.7M (FY2013) to $4.4M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $777KNet assets $5.2M
Operating margin
10.3%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$6.0M
Total liabilities
$777K
Net assets
$5.2M
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,415,443▲0.7% | $3,959,498▲3.3% | $5,213,410▲7.6% | $5,989,922▲2.5% | 990 |
| 2023 | $4,383,080▼31.6% | $3,831,297▼1.0% | $4,846,805▲10.9% | $5,843,263▲4.0% | 990 |
| 2022 | $6,409,006▲49.8% | $3,869,530▼7.1% | $4,371,415▲129% | $5,616,341▲133% | 990 |
| 2021 | $4,277,225▲7.7% | $4,166,383▲8.8% | $1,908,331▲7.1% | $2,414,759▲9.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $3,971,443▼4.7% | $3,830,741▼2.3% | $1,781,019▲8.6% | $2,209,729▲15.8% | 990 |
| 2019 | $4,165,556▼1.7% | $3,919,354▼6.0% | $1,640,317▲17.7% | $1,907,449▲10.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $4,235,540▲5.7% | $4,168,108▲7.8% | $1,394,115▲5.1% | $1,731,221▲6.8% | 990 |
| 2017 | $4,008,397▲0.9% | $3,868,126▲2.9% | $1,326,683▲11.8% | $1,620,707▲9.7% | 990 |
| 2016 | $3,972,326▲3.8% | $3,759,732▲1.6% | $1,186,412▲21.8% | $1,477,245▲22.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $3,827,821▲0.7% | $3,700,023▼1.1% | $973,818▲15.1% | $1,206,308▼4.7% | 990 |
| 2014 | $3,802,771▲2.5% | $3,741,469▲2.9% | $846,020▲7.8% | $1,265,843▲13.2% | 990 |
| 2013 | $3,711,732 | $3,635,344▲8.7% | $784,718▲10.8% | $1,118,400▲14.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $3,343,438▲0.3% | $708,330▲5.7% | $978,162▲2.7% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $3,334,497▲8.4% | $670,251▲18.8% | $952,301▲15.7% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $3,077,458▲7.5% | $564,312▼22.0% | $823,041▼15.8% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $2,862,831 | $723,227 | $977,816 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $72K total
4 grants to Play N Learn Center Inc totaling $72K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Community Foundation | Operational support | 2023 | $15,000 |
| Alaska Community Foundation | Operational support | 2022 | $15,000 |
| Alaska Community Foundation | — | 2021 | $30,000 |
| Alaska Community Foundation | Operational support | 2020 | $12,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Play N Learn Center Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Play N Learn Center Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 92-0047999, based in Fairbanks, Alaska. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Play N Learn Center Inc's EIN?
- Play N Learn Center Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 92-0047999.
- How much revenue does Play N Learn Center Inc report?
- Play N Learn Center Inc reported $4,415,443 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Play N Learn Center Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Play N Learn Center Inc B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Play N Learn Center Inc (EIN 92-0047999) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.