Deeply Rooted Productions Inc
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Declining revenue
Deeply Rooted Productions Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Chicago, Illinois, registered in 1997, with $1,094,448 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it D.
17 N State St Ste 1900, Chicago, IL, 60602 EIN 36-4060279 Since 1997
Revenue (FY2024)
$1.1M
▼ 52.5% vs prior year
Arts & Culture median: $159K
Expenses (FY2024)
$2.1M
Net assets
$3.3M
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.
D
—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 Deeply Rooted Productions Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
FFinancial health25% of the rating19 mo reserves · -94% 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 Deeply Rooted Productions Inc: 19 mo reserves · -94% margin earns a F 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 Deeply Rooted Productions Inc— 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 Deeply Rooted Productions Inc: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 17 N State St Ste 1900, Chicago, IL, 60602
- City
- Chicago
- State
- Illinois
- Category
- Arts, Culture & Humanities
- Subcategory
- Performing Arts
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $285K (FY2013) to $1.1M (FY2024) across 8 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $431KNet assets $3.3M
Operating margin
-93.6%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$3.7M
Total liabilities
$431K
Net assets
$3.3M
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,094,448▼52.5% | $2,118,540▲27.7% | $3,313,323▼23.6% | $3,744,578▼19.3% | 990 |
| 2023 | $2,304,274▼40.4% | $1,658,425▲29.2% | $4,337,415▲17.5% | $4,641,615▲14.7% | 990 |
| 2022 | $3,865,012▲104% | $1,283,625▲8.6% | $3,691,567▲233% | $4,047,715▲159% | 990 |
| 2021 | $1,894,217▲102% | $1,181,825▲49.6% | $1,110,178▲179% | $1,565,651▲78.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $940,049▲454% | $789,831▲397% | $397,786▲567% | $878,711▲44414% | 990 |
| 2015 | $169,585▼11.4% | $159,067▼13.0% | -$85,263▲3.4% | $1,974▼80.4% | 990 |
| 2014 | $191,456▼32.8% | $182,872▼32.0% | -$88,226▲8.9% | $10,051▼40.9% | 990 |
| 2013 | $285,005 | $269,011▼19.6% | -$96,810▲31.5% | $17,018▲50.1% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $334,463 | -$141,246 | $11,341 | 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 · $1.5M total
14 grants to Deeply Rooted Productions Inc totaling $1.5M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iff | Cost for acquiring equipment and/or facilities rehab cost as part of the grant | 2024 | $60,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $25,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $7,047 |
| Ncrc Community Development Fund Inc | Illinois coronavirus fiscal recovery funds | 2023 | $10,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $8,100 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | To support changes related to the opening of a new dance center and leadership transition., general operations., in support of a 33,270 sq ft new construction dance studio and performance center at 5345 s state street in the washington park neighborhood. | 2022 | $330,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $5,250 |
| Iff | Working capital as part of the cct program grant | 2021 | $575,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support. in support of deeply at dusk: q after dark. in support of "the black edition chicago", a film produced by deeply rooted dance theater that explores the narratives, people, landmarks and art of black chicago through the traditions of african american dance. | 2021 | $115,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support. in support of deeply at dusk: q after dark. in support of "the black edition chicago", a film produced by deeply rooted dance theater that explores the narratives, people, landmarks and art of black chicago through the traditions of african american dance. | 2021 | $115,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | To support aesthetics of contemporary dance, south side dance center, dance stories, "blackedition, and organization's workplan | 2020 | $127,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support | 2019 | $47,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | Smart growth program | 2018 | $90,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support | 2017 | $18,062 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Deeply Rooted Productions Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Deeply Rooted Productions Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 36-4060279, based in Chicago, Illinois. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Deeply Rooted Productions Inc's EIN?
- Deeply Rooted Productions Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 36-4060279.
- How much revenue does Deeply Rooted Productions Inc report?
- Deeply Rooted Productions Inc reported $1,094,448 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Deeply Rooted Productions Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Deeply Rooted Productions Inc D, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Deeply Rooted Productions Inc (EIN 36-4060279) 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.