Chicago Astronomical Society is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (U31) the organization is classified as: Astronomy, under the broad grouping of Science & Technology and related organizations. Chicago Astronomical Society 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 06/2017, Chicago Astronomical Society generated $1.6k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 2 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (34.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.4k during the year ending 06/2017. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (72.7%) per year over the past 2 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2017
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
HELD MONTHLY MEETINGS FEATURING A LECTURE OPEN TO MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC FREE OF CHARGE. IN SEPTEMBER, HELD THE ANNUAL ASTROFEST, WHICH IS A TELESCOPE FAIR AND OBSERVING SESSION ATTRACTING AMATEUR ASTRONOMERS FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael F Barrett Treasurer | 0 | $0 | |
Daniel P Joyce Secretary | 0 | $0 | |
James R Cuca Vice President | 0 | $0 | |
Anthony Harris President | 0 | $0 | |
Mark Kuba Director | 0 | $0 | |
Audrey Fischer Director | 0 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $40 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $1,578 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,584 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $2,375 |
| Total expenses | $2,375 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $2,946 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,946 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $2,946 |
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