Chicago Human Rhythm Project
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Growing revenue
Chicago Human Rhythm Project is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Chicago, Illinois, registered in 1990, with $1,004,276 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
8701 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL, 60617 EIN 36-3638682 Since 1990
Revenue (FY2023)
$1.0M
▲ 14.6% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2023)
$1.0M
Net assets
$865K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Chicago Human Rhythm Project— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating10 mo reserves · -3% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Chicago Human Rhythm Project: 10 mo reserves · -3% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Chicago Human Rhythm Project— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Chicago Human Rhythm Project: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Financial trends
Revenue grew from $869K (FY2013) to $1.0M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $403KNet assets $865K
Operating margin
-3.2%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$1.3M
Total liabilities
$403K
Net assets
$865K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,004,276▲14.6% | $1,036,429▲20.9% | $864,655▼3.6% | $1,268,004▼3.5% | 990 |
| 2022 | $876,418▼10.8% | $857,585▲59.7% | $896,808▲2.1% | $1,314,230▼2.8% | 990 |
| 2021 | $983,010▲77.6% | $537,162▲6.9% | $877,975▲103% | $1,351,849▲147% | 990 |
| 2020 | $553,538▼31.9% | $502,417▼39.3% | $432,127▲13.4% | $548,262▲22.3% | 990 |
| 2019 | $812,278▲0.3% | $828,105▲5.7% | $381,006▼4.0% | $448,369▼22.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $809,570▲0.7% | $783,094▼10.5% | $396,833▲7.1% | $574,536▲16.9% | 990 |
| 2017 | $803,550▲14.1% | $874,700▼10.9% | $370,357▼16.1% | $491,598▼6.3% | 990 |
| 2016 | $704,387▼27.5% | $981,210▲1.9% | $441,507▼38.5% | $524,493▼30.7% | 990 |
| 2015 | $971,846▲14.3% | $963,316▲17.5% | $718,330▲1.2% | $757,005▼8.6% | 990 |
| 2014 | $850,567▼2.1% | $819,554▼8.3% | $709,800▲4.6% | $828,423▲3.1% | 990 |
| 2013 | $868,810 | $894,182 | $678,787 | $803,254 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $898K total
22 grants to Chicago Human Rhythm Project totaling $898K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| T Rowe Price Program For Charitable Giving Inc | Multiple | 2024 | $20,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General support for programs, operations and other charitable purposes | 2023 | $35,000 |
| Ncrc Community Development Fund Inc | Illinois coronavirus fiscal recovery funds | 2023 | $30,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | Support for: 2023 millennium park residency2023 rhythm world #33stomping grounds: july 16 - november 12, 2023, general operating support for the mayfair arts center, support for one half of the salary and benefits for director of institutional advancement (lane alexander) - second of three years of intended contributions, support for one half of the salary and benefits for director of institutional advancement (lane alexander) - third of three years of intended contributions, to support the development of a co-leadership model., in support of phase ii of the mayfair arts center at 8701 s bennett ave in the calumet heights neighborhood. | 2022 | $287,750 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Grants from donor advised funds - operating support | 2022 | $20,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | To support the 2022 rhythm world summer shows (no tickets or benefits). support for mayfair arts center. support for the 2022 gala (no tickets or tangible benefits) | 2021 | $35,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | To support the 2022 rhythm world summer shows (no tickets or benefits). support for mayfair arts center. support for the 2022 gala (no tickets or tangible benefits) | 2021 | $35,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Grants from donor advised funds - operating support | 2021 | $10,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | To support director of institutional advancement | 2020 | $44,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | To support salaries, stomping grounds 2019, "rhythm word! festival of american tap", and general operating support | 2019 | $73,100 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Grants from donor advised funds - operating support | 2019 | $10,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | Supporting the work of of dani borak | 2018 | $30,100 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Grants from donor advised funds - operating support | 2018 | $10,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | Stomping grounds 2018 | 2017 | $55,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Grants from donor advised funds - operating support | 2017 | $10,000 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Chicago Human Rhythm Project a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Chicago Human Rhythm Project is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 36-3638682, based in Chicago, Illinois. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Chicago Human Rhythm Project's EIN?
- Chicago Human Rhythm Project's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 36-3638682.
- How much revenue does Chicago Human Rhythm Project report?
- Chicago Human Rhythm Project reported $1,004,276 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Chicago Human Rhythm Project have?
- CharityIndex grades Chicago Human Rhythm Project B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Chicago Human Rhythm Project (EIN 36-3638682) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.