Kuumba Lynx is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (A60) the organization is classified as: Performing Arts, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Kuumba Lynx employed 48 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Kuumba Lynx 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, Kuumba Lynx generated $1.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.6m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 17.7% per year over the past 5 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO GUIDE ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH THE PROCESS OFCREATING ARTISTIC EDUCATIONAL PERFORMANCES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO GUIDE ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH THE PROCESS OF CREATING ARTISTIC AND EDUCATIONAL PERFORMANCES.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaquanda Vellegas Executive Dir. | Trustee | 0 | $89,871 | 
| Christopher Thomas Director | Trustee | 0 | $62,608 | 
| Jacinda Bullie Hall Cocreative Lead | Officer | 50 | $45,352 | 
| David Stovall Vice President | Trustee | 2 | $0 | 
| Brendon Shiller Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 | 
| Steve Moon President | Trustee | 2 | $0 | 
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 | 
| Membership dues | $0 | 
| Fundraising events | $0 | 
| Related organizations | $0 | 
| Government grants | $1,306,054 | 
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $479,447 | 
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $12,000 | 
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,785,501 | 
| Total Program Service Revenue | $45,342 | 
| Investment income | $0 | 
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 | 
| Royalties | $0 | 
| Net Rental Income | $0 | 
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$12,000 | 
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 | 
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 | 
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 | 
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 | 
| Total Revenue | $1,821,434 | 
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 | 
| 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. | $197,831 | 
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 | 
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 | 
| Other salaries and wages | $855,571 | 
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 | 
| Other employee benefits | $0 | 
| Payroll taxes | $184,595 | 
| Fees for services: Management | $21,896 | 
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 | 
| Fees for services: Other | $0 | 
| Advertising and promotion | $0 | 
| Office expenses | $12,962 | 
| Information technology | $0 | 
| Royalties | $0 | 
| Occupancy | $18,997 | 
| Travel | $24,275 | 
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 | 
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 | 
| Interest | $0 | 
| Payments to affiliates | $0 | 
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,808 | 
| Insurance | $17,262 | 
| All other expenses | $15,947 | 
| Total functional expenses | $1,582,011 | 
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $994,865 | 
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 | 
| Pledges and grants receivable | $517,838 | 
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 | 
| 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 | $2,000 | 
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $24,037 | 
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $388,086 | 
| Investments—other securities | $0 | 
| Investments—program-related | $0 | 
| Intangible assets | $0 | 
| Other assets | $0 | 
| Total assets | $1,926,826 | 
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $47,726 | 
| 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 | $388,086 | 
| Other liabilities | $0 | 
| Total liabilities | $435,812 | 
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,491,014 | 
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 | 
| 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 | $1,926,826 |