Greater Chicago Food Depository
- Assets
- $197.1m
- Revenue
- $180.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 359
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 10/1978
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 36-2971864
Organization Overview
Greater Chicago Food Depository is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1978. According to its NTEE Classification (K31) the organization is classified as: Food Banks & Pantries, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Greater Chicago Food Depository employed 359 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Greater Chicago Food Depository 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 06/2022, Greater Chicago Food Depository generated $180.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $181.4m during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 9.4% per year over the past 7 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.
Since 2015, Greater Chicago Food Depository has awarded 4,819 individual grants totaling $848,752,058. 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDE FOOD FOR HUNGRY PEOPLE WHILE STRIVING TO END HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE GREATER CHICAGO FOOD DEPOSITORY PROVIDES EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS BY DISTRIBUTING FOOD GRANTS THROUGH A NETWORK OF MORE THAN 700 FOOD PANTRIES, SOUP KITCHENS, SHELTERS AND PROGRAMS. THE FOOD DISTRIBUTED IS DONATED, PURCHASED OR RECEIVED FROM FEDERAL PROGRAMS.
THE GREATER CHICAGO FOOD DEPOSITORY PROVIDES PROGRAMS TO ALLEVIATE HUNGER AMONG PRIORITY POPULATIONS INCLUDING CHILDREN, STUDENTS, OLDER ADULTS AND VETERANS. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO OFFERS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FOR UNEMPLOYED AND UNDEREMPLOYED INDIVIDUALS. OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE AFTER-SCHOOL AND SUMMER MEALS FOR CHILDREN, FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS FOR OLDER ADULTS, FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS AT SCHOOLS, AND FEDERAL BENEFITS OUTREACH.
MOBILE RESPONSES REACH POPULATIONS THAT OFTEN DON'T HAVE ACCESS TO TRADITIONAL EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS. THE FOOD DEPOSITORY'S PRODUCE MOBILE DISTRIBUTES FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLES IN HIGH-NEED COMMUNITIES, WHILE THE MOBILE PANTRY PROVIDES PRODUCE, PROTEIN AND SHELF-STABLE GROCERIES TO HUNGRY INDIVIDUALS ON EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS. THE FRESH TRUCK OFFERS PRODUCE TO FOOD INSECURE PATIENTS OF HEALTH CLINICS THROUGHOUT COOK COUNTY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Katherine Maehr Executive Director/ceo | Officer | 40 | $374,871 |
Jill Rahman Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 40 | $296,867 |
Jill Zimmerman Chief Philanthropy Officer | Officer | 40 | $272,509 |
Nicole Robinson Chief Partnership And Programs Officer | Officer | 40 | $270,345 |
Sheila Creghin VP Of Operations | Officer | 40 | $256,105 |
Dennis James CFO Until 7/2/21 | Officer | 40 | $236,226 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Douglas Shaw & Associates Inc Direct Mail Services | 6/29/22 | $2,988,761 |
Mxotech Inc Technology Services | 6/29/22 | $606,165 |
Paco Communications Inc Media | 6/29/22 | $452,059 |
Heller Consulting Consulting | 6/29/22 | $285,469 |
Lasalle Network Staffing Agency | 6/29/22 | $411,877 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $1,128,264 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $62,595,699 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $112,941,391 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $94,788,975 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $176,665,354 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $575,137 |
| Investment income | $2,723,491 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $618,550 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$169,102 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $180,413,430 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $138,203,061 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,433,775 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,483,845 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $16,445,976 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $758,960 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,485,951 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,444,301 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $90,602 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $231,200 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $192,594 |
| Fees for services: Other | $6,548,406 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $523,309 |
| Information technology | $257,048 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $449,073 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $149,925 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,544,716 |
| Insurance | $542,079 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $181,434,874 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $6,484,884 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $5,876,848 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $5,022,684 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $9,741,270 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $20,684,144 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,020,308 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $36,284,711 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $109,549,326 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,447,966 |
| Total assets | $197,112,141 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,280,509 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $2,292,881 |
| Total liabilities | $9,573,390 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $168,965,490 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $18,573,261 |
| 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 | $197,112,141 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Greater Chicago Food Depository has awarded $138,141,309 in support to 824 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Chicago, IL PURPOSE: DISTRIBUTE TO THE HUNGRY | $8,689,044 |
GRACE AND PEACE CHURCH PURPOSE: DISTRIBUTE TO THE HUNGRY | $4,364,294 |
Chicago, IL PURPOSE: DISTRIBUTE TO THE HUNGRY | $3,840,184 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: DISTRIBUTE TO THE HUNGRY | $3,539,858 |
Harvey, IL PURPOSE: DISTRIBUTE TO THE HUNGRY | $3,468,357 |
Skokie, IL PURPOSE: DISTRIBUTE TO THE HUNGRY | $2,480,715 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 30 grants that Greater Chicago Food Depository has recieved totaling $173,056.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Act Of Hope Foundation Barrington, IL PURPOSE: FUND ORGANIZATIONS PROGRAMS | $35,000 |
J R Albert Foundation Inc Naperville, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $25,000 |
Beaverdale Foundation Tr 040800 Chicago, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $20,000 |
Robert & Terri Cohn Family Foundation Naples, FL PURPOSE: BRING FOOD, DIGNITY AND HOPE TO OUR COOK COUNTY NEIGHBORS. | $15,000 |
Nancy Dee Brandes And Dee Family Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Bjorkman Foundation Carol Stream, IL PURPOSE: CONTRIBUTION | $8,800 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $68,912,495 |
| Earnings | -$9,402,589 |
| Net Contributions | $8,853,139 |
| Ending Balance | $68,363,045 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Greater Chicago Food Depository Chicago, IL | $197,112,141 | $180,413,430 |
Gleaners Food Bank Of Indiana Inc Indianapolis, IN | $57,600,145 | $186,505,461 |
Northern Illinois Food Bank Geneva, IL | $70,648,201 | $150,994,521 |
St Louis Area Food Bank Inc Bridgeton, MO | $42,018,188 | $114,234,438 |
Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin Inc Milwaukee, WI | $25,492,368 | $111,456,106 |
Gods Pantry Food Bank Inc Lexington, KY | $29,295,834 | $63,304,764 |
The Food Bank For Central & Northeast Missouri Inc Columbia, MO | $22,373,866 | $57,336,993 |
Dare To Care Inc Louisville, KY | $30,243,323 | $45,399,567 |
Second Harvest Foodbank Of Southern Wisconsin Madison, WI | $26,296,276 | $43,990,829 |
River Bend Food Reservoir Davenport, IA | $24,095,771 | $42,604,149 |
Operation Food Search Inc St Louis, MO | $20,475,685 | $35,729,892 |
Food Bank Of Iowa Des Moines, IA | $30,639,112 | $46,724,130 |