International Visitors Center Of Chicago

Organization Overview

International Visitors Center Of Chicago, operating under the name WorldChicago, is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1959. According to its NTEE Classification (Q23) the organization is classified as: International Exchange N.E.C., under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 12/2021, WorldChicago employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. WorldChicago 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 12/2021, WorldChicago generated $1.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 4.8% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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SERVES AS A CENTER FOR CITIZEN DIPLOMACY BETWEEN CHICAGOANS AND VISITORS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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PROFESSIONAL FELLOWS PROGRAM: THE US DEPARTMENT OF STATE'S PROFESSIONAL FELLOWS PROGRAM CONNECTS EMERGING LEADERS WITH GOVERNMENT OFFICES, PUBLIC POLICY-ORIENTED NGOS, PRIVATE COMPANIES, AND UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENTS FOR SHORT-TERM, INTENSIVE FELLOWSHIPS DESIGNED TO BROADEN THEIR PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE. THIS PROGRAM ENHANCES THE ENTREPRENEURSHIP ECOSYSTEM IN THE BALKAN REGION AND BUILDS BRIDGES BETWEEN CHICAGO AND THE BALKANS.


THE YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOSTERS MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING, RESPECT, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AMONG YOUNG AMERICANS AND THEIR INTERNATIONAL PEERS. DURING THE EXCHANGES, STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS PARTICIPATE IN WORKSHOPS, COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITIES, TEAM BUILDING EXERCISES, MEETINGS WITH COMMUNITY LEADERS, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, AND LIVE WITH AMERICAN FAMILIES. UPON THEIR RETURN HOME, THE STUDENTS APPLY WHAT THEY HAVE LEARNED TO IMPLEMENT PROJECTS THAT SERVE NEEDS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES.


THE INTERNATIONAL VISITOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAM (IVLP) IS THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE'S PREMIER PROFESSIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM. THROUGH SHORT-TERM VISITS TO THE UNITED STATES, CURRENT AND EMERGING FOREIGN LEADERS IN A VARIETY OF FIELDS EXPERIENCE THIS COUNTRY FIRSTHAND AND CULTIVATE LASTING RELATIONSHIPS WITH THEIR AMERICAN COUNTERPARTS. PROFESSIONAL MEETINGS REFLECT THE PARTICIPANTS' PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS AND SUPPORT THE FOREIGN POLICY GOALS OF THE UNITED STATES. THE MAJORITY OF WORLDCHICAGO'S INTERNATIONAL DELEGATES ARE PARTICIPANTS IN THIS PROGRAM.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Peggy Parfenoff
President
$105,500
Virginia Russell
Chair
$0
Louis Vitullo
Vice Chair
$0
Rebecca Wellisch
Secretary
$0
Lisa Harwood
Treasurer
$0
Karen Brown
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$7,478
Related organizations$0
Government grants $871,667
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$182,439
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,061,584
Total Program Service Revenue$2,250
Investment income $463
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $12,122
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $1,076,419

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, International Visitors Center Of Chicago has awarded $53,428 in support to 8 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL

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Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative, the U.S. Department of State's flagship program for emerging European entrepreneurs

$6,903

SAN DIEGO DIPLOMACY COUNCIL

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San Diego, CA

PURPOSE: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative, the U.S. Department of State's flagship program for emerging European entrepreneurs

$6,903

Denver, CO

PURPOSE: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative, the U.S. Department of State's flagship program for emerging European entrepreneurs

$6,837

CITIZEN DIPLOMACY INTERNATIONAL OF PHILADELPHIA

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Philadelphia, PA

PURPOSE: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative, the U.S. Department of State's flagship program for emerging European entrepreneurs

$6,754

GLOBAL TIES DETROIT

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Detroit, MI

PURPOSE: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative, the U.S. Department of State's flagship program for emerging European entrepreneurs

$6,754

Albuquerque, NM

PURPOSE: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative, the U.S. Department of State's flagship program for emerging European entrepreneurs

$6,470
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that International Visitors Center Of Chicago has recieved totaling $10,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
American Online Giving Foundation Inc

Newark, DE

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$10,000
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