In Search Of A Cure is located in Orland Park, IL. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (G12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. In Search Of A Cure is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, In Search Of A Cure generated $3.3k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (39.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $63.5k during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, In Search Of A Cure has awarded 62 individual grants totaling $2,761,590. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
PROVISION OF FUNDING TO VARIOUS ORGANIZATION EXEMPT UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) PRIMARILY TO ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVE IN THE TREATMENT OF,AND FINDING A CURE FOR,AUTISM AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES WHO HAVE CHILDREN IN NEED.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Walter Theide Vice President | 2 | $0 | |
Roberta Lester Secretary Treasurer / Director | 6 | $0 | |
Terrence J Hancock President | 2 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,000 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $1,325 |
| Total Revenue | $3,325 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $0 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $5,643 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $8,374 |
| Total expenses | $63,517 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $181,793 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $188,423 |
| Total liabilities | $523 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $187,900 |
Over the last fiscal year, In Search Of A Cure has awarded $296,696 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FOR AUTISTIC KIDS FOUNDATION PURPOSE: GENERAL USE | $18,925 |
LITTLE FRIENDS PURPOSE: GENERAL USE | $15,000 |
MISERICORDIA PURPOSE: GENERAL USE | $27,050 |
EASTER SEALS PURPOSE: GENERAL USE | $235,721 |