Faith In Place is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (X90) the organization is classified as: Interfaith Coalitions, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Faith In Place employed 25 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Faith In Place 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, Faith In Place generated $2.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 12.6% 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 2016, Faith In Place has awarded 22 individual grants totaling $350,775. 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
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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SEE SCHEDULE O.FAITH IN PLACE IS A MULTIFAITH, ENVIRONMENTAL NONPROFIT (501C3) ORGANIZATION. THE MISSION IS TO EMPOWER PEOPLE OF DIVERSE FAITH AND SPIRTUALITIES TO BE LEADERS IN ADVANCING ENVIRONMENTAL AND RACIAL JUSTICE, PROVIDING RESOURCES TO EDUCATE, CONNECT, AND ADVOCATE FOR HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ADVOCACY - THE ORGANIZATION WORKS WITH FAITH PARTNERS ACROSS ILLINOIS TO ADVOCATE FOR URGENT ISSUES WHICH NEED ATTENTION AND ACTION IN ORDER TO PROTECT OUR EARTH. PROGRAMS OFFERED INCLUDE:FAITHFUL CITIZEN WORKSHOPS - THE ORGANIZATION CONDUCTS TWO-HOUR WORKSHOPS WHERE PEOPLE OF FAITH CAN LEARN ABOUT AND DISCUSS ENGAGING WITH POLICYMAKERS. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO IDENTIFIES AND REVIEWS WAYS PEOPLE OF FAITH CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE ADVOCACY PROCESS CONSISTENT WITH THE TENETS OF THEIR FAITH.STATEHOUSE ADVOCACY DAY - EVERY SPRING, THE ORGANIZATION WORKS CLOSELY WITH COALITION MEMBERS AND SENDS A DELEGATION OF FAITHFUL CITIZENS TO ADVOCATE FOR ISSUES WHICH WILL PROTECT OUR EARTH.
ENERGY & CLIMATE CHANGE - THE ORGANIZATION WORKS WITH FAITH PARTNERS ACROSS ILLINOIS TO HELP THEM REDUCE THEIR CARBON FOOTPRINT. A COUPLE OF SPECIFIC PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED. THESE INCLUDE: ENERGY AUDITS - THE ORGANIZATION'S STAFF WORK WITH SKILLED VOLUNTEERS AND TRUSTED LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO HELP REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS AT HOUSES OF WORSHIP AND HOMES. THIS PROCESS STARTS WITH AN ENERGY AUDIT, A KEY FIRST STEP FOR LAYING OUT A COMPREHENSIVE ROADMAP FOR ENERGY CONSERVATION.SMART ENERGY EDUCATION - THE ORGANIZATION'S STAFF BRING MATERIALS TO HOUSES OF WORSHIP, OFTEN DURING A FELLOWSHIP TIME, SO THAT INDIVIDUALS CAN BETTER UNDERSTAND INCENTIVES, REBATES, HOURLY PRICING, AND ALTERNATIVE SUPPLIERS. THE ORGANIZATION'S EXPERTS EXPLAIN HOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE PROGRAMS TO SAVE MONEY AND MAXIMIZE ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
SUSTAINABLE FOOD AND LAND USE - FAITH IN PLACE (THE ORGANIZATION) WORKS WITH FAITH PARTNERS ACROSS ILLINOIS TO HELP SUSTAIN FOOD AND LAND. A NUMBER OF PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED INCLUDING:NATIVE PLANT GARDENS - THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT IN THE SOURCING AND INSTALLATIONS OF PLANTS FOR NUMEROUS NATIVE PLANT AND BUTTERFLY GARDENS ON THE PROPERTIES OF THEIR FAITH PARTNERS THROUGH THE STATE.VEGETABLE GARDENS - THE ORGANIZATION'S STAFF GIVE GUIDANCE AND PROMOTE THE EFFORTS OF PEOPLE OF FAITH TO GROW FOOD IN SMALL NEIGHBORHOOD GARDENS. SUCH GARDENS PROVIDE LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCE AND, AT THE SAME TIME, BUILD A SENSE OF COMMUNITY. ONE OF THE GARDENS IS SHARED BY A CHRISTIAN AND A MUSLIM FAITH PARTNER IN URBANA. THE TOMATOES AND THE RELATIONSHIPS THAT GROW THERE ARE TREASURED BY BOTH FAITH COMMUNITIES.CONGREGATIONAL-SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA) - CSA IS A CONGREGATIONALLY SUPPORTED FARM IN WHICH MEMBERS PURCHASED "SHARES" IN THE PROJECT, WORK THE GARDEN AND KNOW THE FARMER. THE ORGANIZATION'S PARTNER CSA COMMITS TO DONATE AT LEAST 10% OF THE HARVEST TO A LOCAL FOOD PANTRY. THE ORGANIZATION HAS BEEN INSTRUMENTAL IN ESTABLISHING AND SUPPORTING CSAS. THE RACIALLY AND CULTURALLY DIVERSE CONGREGATIONS REGULARLY SHARE INFORMATION AND EXPERTISE. TOGETHER THEY DONATE TONS OF FOOD TO LOCAL FOOD BANKS, FOSTER COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, AND TRAIN PEOPLE WITH NEW SKILLS.HABITANT RESTORATION - THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE YOUTH AND ADULT MEMBERS OF THE FAITH PARTNERS TO ENGAGE IN STEWARDSHIP ACTIVITIES THAT BOTH PROTECT AND RESTORE THE NATIVE LANDSCAPE. JUST EATING CURRICULUM - THE CURRICULUM EXPORES INTERSECTION OF FOOD AND FAITH AND HOW TO NURTURE HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES, AND A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT.MIGRATION & ME - THIS PROGRAM FOCUSES ON CONSERVATION AND STEWARDSHIP THAT ENGAGES COMMUNITIES OF FAITH IN SHARING THEIR OWN PERSONAL MIGRATION STORIES. THESE STORIES CONNECT TO THE MIGRATION OF MONARCH BUTTERFLIES, BIRDS, AND OTHER SPECIES, WHO ALSO NEED NOURISHMENT, RESTING PLACES, AND CARE UPON THEIR ARRIVAL IN ILLINOIS.WINTER FARMERS' MARKETS - EACH WINTER, FROM NOVEMBER THROUGH MARCH, THE ORGANIZATION PARTNERS WITH FAITH COMMUNITIES TO HOST A SERIES OF INDOOR FARMERS' MARKETS. THE FARMERS' MARKETS PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL SOURCE OF INCOME FOR LOCAL VENDORS DURING THE OFF-SEASON, PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE FARMING METHODS AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE FOR REGIONAL FARM FAMILIES, ENCOURE HEALTHY, WHOLESOME EATING, AND SUPPORT THE BUILDING OF RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN PROCEDURES AND CUSTOMERS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Rev Brian Sauder President & Executive Dire | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $81,593 |
Karen J Lewis Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
David Johnson Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Rev Reshorna Fitzpatrick Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Dr Avijit Ghosh Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Corey Coscioni Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $27,900 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,647,158 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,675,058 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $169,482 |
Investment income | $276 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $2,861,204 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $158,475 |
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. | $81,593 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $352 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,016,081 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $15,877 |
Other employee benefits | $67,557 |
Payroll taxes | $79,306 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $22,427 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $88,462 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $28,441 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $43,968 |
Travel | $12,932 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $10,920 |
Interest | $2,364 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $6,743 |
Insurance | $15,664 |
All other expenses | $11,472 |
Total functional expenses | $1,832,383 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,510,017 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $605,767 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $620,787 |
Accounts receivable, net | $64,212 |
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 | $5,960 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $11,199 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $116,109 |
Total assets | $2,934,051 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $30,113 |
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 | $48,538 |
Total liabilities | $78,651 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $736,057 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,119,343 |
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 | $2,934,051 |
Over the last fiscal year, Faith In Place has awarded $135,775 in support to 8 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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Chicago, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $60,000 |
Lynwood, IL PURPOSE: FOOD CRISIS RELIEF | $14,850 |
Chicago, IL PURPOSE: PERMITS AND COSTS TO UPGRADE CHURCH'S KITCHEN | $12,925 |
EMMANUEL MEMORIAL EPISCOPAL CHRUCH PURPOSE: SUBGRANT TO HELP PAY FOR SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION ON HOUSE OF WORSHIP | $10,000 |
YORKVILLE CONGREGATIONAL UCC PURPOSE: SUBGRANT TO HELP PAY FOR SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION ON HOUSE OF WORSHIP | $10,000 |
SILVERWOOD MENNONITE CHURCH INC PURPOSE: SUBGRANT TO HELP PAY FOR SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION ON HOUSE OF WORSHIP | $10,000 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Faith In Place has recieved totaling $32,647.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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J R Albert Foundation Inc Naperville, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $32,647 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
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Interfaith America Chicago, IL | $27,416,296 | $10,230,356 |
Ratio Christi Inc Lafayette, IN | $1,792,968 | $3,407,344 |
Faith In Place Chicago, IL | $2,934,051 | $2,861,204 |
Association Of Professional Chaplains Inc Hoffman Estates, IL | $3,034,178 | $2,141,242 |
Eastern Area Community Ministries Inc Louisville, KY | $494,469 | $1,262,535 |
Ecumenical Institute Chicago, IL | $3,347,754 | $1,159,745 |
Gostomski Foundation Homewood, IL | $18,828,695 | $1,379,289 |
Grace On Wings Incorporated Indianapolis, IN | $405,431 | $969,890 |
Victory Ministry & Sports Complex Joplin, MO | $3,915,599 | $912,983 |
Reconciled World Inc Wheaton, IL | $450,260 | $925,183 |
Redemption House Ministry Inc Fort Wayne, IN | $1,071,435 | $909,788 |
Joy Baptist Camp Association Inc Whitewater, WI | $411,134 | $730,734 |