Chicago Commons Association
- Assets
- $18.8m
- Revenue
- $34.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 898
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 10/1985
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 36-2169136
Organization Overview
Chicago Commons Association is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Chicago Commons Association employed 898 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Chicago Commons Association 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 06/2021, Chicago Commons Association generated $34.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.1% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $34.1m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.4% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CHICAGO COMMONS ASSOCIATION MISSION HAS BEEN TO PARTNER WITH INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES TO OVERCOME POVERTY, DISCRIMINATION AND ISOLATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT:CHICAGO COMMONS OPERATES FOUR HIGH QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION CENTERS AND WORKS WITH SEVEN COMMUNITY PARTNER SITES TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE AND EDUCATION TO APPROXIMATELY 1,000 CHILDREN IN SOME OF CHICAGO'S MOST UNDERSERVED NEIGHBORHOODS. COMMONS WAS ONE OF THE FIRST PRESCHOOLS IN THE U.S. TO USE THE REGGIO EMILIA APPROACH TO EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDREN, AND HAS GARNERED REGIONAL AND NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR OUR APPROACH, RESULTS, AND ADAPTATIONS OF THE METHOD. THE REGGIO EMILIA APPROACH IS AN EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY THAT VIEWS THE PRESCHOOL YEARS AS CRUCIAL TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN AS INDIVIDUALS. THE PROGRAM IS BASED ON PRINCIPLES OF RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, AND COMMUNITY, AND EMPOWERS CHILDREN TO LEARN THROUGH SELF-DIRECTED DISCOVERY. CHICAGO COMMONS TAILORS THE REGGIO EMILIA APPROACH TO MEET THE NEEDS OF EACH CHILD. WE WORK FROM THE RECOGNITION THAT EVERY STUDENT HAS THE POTENTIAL TO LOVE LEARNING AND, ULTIMATELY, BE ACADEMICALLY SUCCESSFUL.COMMONS' FOUR, YEAR-ROUND EARLY EDUCATION CENTERS PROVIDE QUALITY EARLY HEAD START, HEAD START, PRESCHOOL FOR ALL, PREVENTION INITIATIVE, AND CHILD CARE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO 12 YEARS.
SENIOR SERVICES:CHICAGO COMMONS SENIOR SERVICES OPERATES ONE ADULT DAY SERVICE CENTER AND PROVIDES IN-HOME SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES. THE PROGRAM PROVIDED SERVICES TO 1,000 SENIORS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES TO HELP THEM CONTINUE LIVING IN THEIR OWN HOME PROLONGING, AND IN SOME CASES PREVENTING, THE NEED FOR INSTITUTIONAL CARE.
FAMILY HUB:CHICAGO COMMONS FAMILY HUB PROGRAM SEEKS TO ADDRESS THE MULTIFACETED NEEDS OF FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN AND OLDER ADULTS WITH THE SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT, RESOURCES, AND HOLISTIC APPROACH THAT WILL ENABLE SUCCESS. FAMILY HUB PAIRS EARLY EDUCATION AND SENIOR PROGRAMS WITH EMPLOYMENT, POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION, FINANCIAL WELLNESS, AND HEALTH AND WELLNESS SERVICES. THE PROGRAM PROVIDED SERVICES TO 590 CLIENTS DURING FISCAL YEAR 2021.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Edgar E Ramirez President & CEO | Officer | 38 | $203,694 |
Beth Lakier COO | Officer | 38 | $159,710 |
Cary Crawford VP Senior Care | 38 | $150,293 | |
Julio Paz Chief Development Officer | 38 | $139,975 | |
Dottie Johnson CFO (until 2/8/21) | Officer | 38 | $133,214 |
Jim Paulson Controller (until 3/13/21) | 38 | $114,443 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Childcare Careers Llc Daycare Services | 6/29/21 | $399,830 |
The Baby Academy Daycare Services | 6/29/21 | $323,594 |
Accel Construction Services Group Llc Contracting Services | 6/29/21 | $309,732 |
Eyes On The Future Daycare Services | 6/29/21 | $842,402 |
Illinois Institute For Children Daycare Services | 6/29/21 | $271,334 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $69,002 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $193,067 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $256,000 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $948,675 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $258,500 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,466,744 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $32,865,472 |
| Investment income | $4,574 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $29,982 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $34,368,248 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $44,787 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $593,132 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $117,043 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $19,517,143 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $114,766 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,275,592 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,456,499 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $29,759 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $239,452 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,566,244 |
| Advertising and promotion | $121,013 |
| Office expenses | $440,567 |
| Information technology | $270,806 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,852,960 |
| Travel | $59,836 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $100,565 |
| Interest | $128,159 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $355,962 |
| Insurance | $145,636 |
| All other expenses | $342,999 |
| Total functional expenses | $34,089,701 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $959,246 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,640,394 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $37,500 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $6,352,870 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $236,104 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,992,482 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $98,919 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $4,461,258 |
| Total assets | $18,778,773 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,338,854 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $2,907,862 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $5,246,716 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,410,876 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,121,181 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $18,778,773 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Chicago Commons Association has awarded $249,038 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Chicago, IL PURPOSE: Community Violence Prevention Program (CVPP) | $163,998 |
NEW LIFE KNEW SOLUTIONS PURPOSE: Community Violence Prevention Program (CVPP) | $34,894 |
Chicago, IL PURPOSE: Community Violence Prevention Program (CVPP) | $33,496 |
Chicago, IL PURPOSE: Community Violence Prevention Program (CVPP) | $16,650 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 15 grants that Chicago Commons Association has recieved totaling $333,621.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Robert R Mccormick Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: PATHWAYS FOR PARENTS COLLECTIVE IMPACT PROGRAM | $100,000 |
United Way Of Metropolitan Chicago Inc Chicago, IL PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $79,194 |
Chicago Foundation For Women Chicago, IL PURPOSE: FAMILY HUB EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM | $40,000 |
Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund New York, NY PURPOSE: COMMUNITY & HUMAN SERVICES | $29,500 |
Co Tua R & J Kott Memorial Char Oak Park, IL PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $15,000 |
Bright Promises Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: EQUIP PROGRAM | $15,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Indiana Members Credit Union Indianapolis, IN | $2,918,005,380 | $115,174,004 |
Goodwill Industries Of North Central Wisc Inc Menasha, WI | $88,771,633 | $81,283,932 |
Childrens Home & Aid Society Of Illinois Chicago, IL | $55,063,389 | $78,192,284 |
Lutheran Social Services Of Illinois Des Plaines, IL | $62,918,656 | $74,591,812 |
Dismas Charities Inc Louisville, KY | $50,549,022 | $73,995,842 |
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program Inc Hiawatha, IA | $14,892,193 | $63,434,127 |
Community Advocates Inc Milwaukee, WI | $18,692,383 | $54,333,478 |
Lutheran Social Services Of Wisconsin And Upper Michigan West Allis, WI | $89,212,422 | $59,977,625 |
Ada S Mckinley Community Services Inc Chicago, IL | $17,309,260 | $43,710,701 |
Audubon Area Community Services Inc Owensboro, KY | $41,933,406 | $49,214,124 |
Christian Social Service Of Illinois Belleville, IL | $18,359,176 | $39,517,456 |
Lifeline Youth & Family Services Inc Fort Wayne, IN | $15,628,659 | $38,083,955 |