Faith In Place

Organization Overview

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.

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.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Rev Brian Sauder
President & Executive Dire
$81,593
Karen J Lewis
Chair
$0
David Johnson
Vice Chair
$0
Rev Reshorna Fitzpatrick
Secretary
$0
Dr Avijit Ghosh
Treasurer
$0
Corey Coscioni
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
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

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Faith In Place has awarded $135,775 in support to 8 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

FAITH IN PLACE ACTION FUND

Org PageRecipient Profile

Chicago, IL

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS

$60,000

VERNON PARK CHURCH OF GOD

Org PageRecipient Profile

Lynwood, IL

PURPOSE: FOOD CRISIS RELIEF

$14,850

GREATER ST JOHN BIBLE CHURCH

Org PageRecipient Profile

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
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Faith In Place has recieved totaling $32,647.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
J R Albert Foundation Inc

Naperville, IL

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING

$32,647
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