I Grow Chicago Nfp is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 2013. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, I Grow Chicago Nfp employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. I Grow Chicago Nfp 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, I Grow Chicago Nfp generated $807.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 22.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 31.7% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF I GROW CHICAGO IS TO GROW ENGLEWOOD FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING THROUGH COMMUNITY CONNECTION, SKILL BUILDING, AND OPPORTUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MEAL PICKUP AND FOOD DELIVERY (FOOD ACCESS PROGRAM) - IN 2020, WE HAD TO QUICKLY SCALE OUR STAFF AND PROGRAMS DRAMATICALLY DUE TO THE UNFORESEEN LEVEL OF NEED. WE LAUNCHED A MEAL PICK UP & FOOD DELIVERY SERVICE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RETHINK, WHERE COMMUNITY MEMBERS CAN PICK UP HOT AND COLD MEALS FROM OUR DOORSTEP OR SIGN UP FOR FOOD DELIVERIES TO COME DIRECTLY TO THEIR HOME.
KIDS ON THE MOVE SUMMER CAMP - KIDS ON THE MOVE SUMMER DAY CAMP PROVIDES A SAFE AND FUN ENVIRONMENT FOR YOUTH TO GET ACTIVE, EXPLORE COMMUNITIES, AND BUILD NEW FRIENDSHIPS. YOUTH ARE ENGAGED IN TEAM SPORTS, HEALTHY COOKING, YOGA, ART, GARDENING, AND WEEKLY FIELD TRIPS.
PEACE PANTRY - THE PEACE PANTRY IS A COMMUNITY PANTRY LOCATED IN THE PEACE HOUSE THAT SUPPLIES COMMUNITY MEMBERS WITH PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT, HOUSEHOLD ESSENTIALS, AND BABY ITEMS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Leslie Smith Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
James Baldwin Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Ashley Joyce Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Ricardo Estrada President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Theresa Nihill Vice President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $112,500 |
Government grants | $45,000 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $649,738 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $28,340 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $807,238 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $146 |
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 | $807,384 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $498,977 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $38,247 |
Payroll taxes | $24,140 |
Fees for services: Management | $252,633 |
Fees for services: Legal | $11,714 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $45,274 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $12,950 |
Office expenses | $25,374 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $254,369 |
Travel | $1,175 |
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 | $20,979 |
Insurance | $31,393 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $1,363,192 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $574,255 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,103,037 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $112,500 |
Accounts receivable, net | $12,652 |
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 | $1,997 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $702,786 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $640,933 |
Total assets | $3,148,160 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $93,987 |
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 | $5,000 |
Total liabilities | $98,987 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,250,299 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $798,874 |
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 | $3,148,160 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that I Grow Chicago Nfp has recieved totaling $92,689.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $24,703 |
United Way Of Metropolitan Chicago Inc Chicago, IL PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $23,333 |
W P & H B White Foundation Northfield, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $12,500 |
Imc Chicago Charitable Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL | $12,423 |
W P & H B White Foundation Northfield, IL PURPOSE: COVID-19 SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $8,730 |
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Assyrian National Council Of Illinois Chicago, IL | $17,237,581 | $21,046,154 |
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Casa Central Social Services Corporation Chicago, IL | $9,927,456 | $19,199,758 |
Central Missouri Community Action Columbia, MO | $7,094,173 | $19,692,460 |
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Daniel Boone Community Action Agency Inc Manchester, KY | $8,884,267 | $15,954,203 |
Interlocal Community Action Program Inc New Castle, IN | $2,890,464 | $16,696,928 |
Loaves & Fishes Community Services Naperville, IL | $11,205,502 | $18,895,989 |
Wabash Center Inc Lafayette, IN | $13,437,721 | $16,787,564 |
Northeast Kentucky Community Action Agency Inc Olive Hill, KY | $1,572,064 | $16,034,107 |
Chaddock Quincy, IL | $570,922 | $15,390,482 |