Hell In A Handbag Productions
Only null% goes to programs Growing revenue
Hell In A Handbag Productions is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Chicago, Illinois, registered in 2001, with $250,289 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
2034 W Farragut Ave Apt 3, Chicago, IL, 60625 EIN 36-4380278 Since 2001
Revenue (FY2023)
$250K
▲ 5.4% vs prior year
Arts & Culture median: $159K
Expenses (FY2023)
$249K
Net assets
$35K
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 Hell In A Handbag Productions— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
BFinancial health25% of the rating2 mo reserves · +0% 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 Hell In A Handbag Productions: 2 mo reserves · +0% 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 Hell In A Handbag Productions— 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 Hell In A Handbag Productions: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 2034 W Farragut Ave Apt 3, Chicago, IL, 60625
- City
- Chicago
- State
- Illinois
- Category
- Arts, Culture & Humanities
- Subcategory
- Performing Arts
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $44K (FY2010) to $250K (FY2023) across 14 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $0Net assets $35K
Operating margin
0.5%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$35K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$35K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $250,289▲5.4% | $249,110▼22.0% | $34,623▲3.5% | $34,623▲3.5% | 990 |
| 2022 | $237,520▼6.6% | $319,175▲103% | $33,444▼74.0% | $33,444▼74.0% | 990 |
| 2021 | $254,429▲208% | $157,105▲37.2% | $128,411▲586% | $128,411▲586% | 990 |
| 2020 | $82,488▼70.2% | $114,521▼53.3% | $18,728▼62.7% | $18,728▼63.1% | 990EZ |
| 2019 | $276,352▲64.6% | $245,430▲22.6% | $50,200▲170% | $50,761▲173% | 990 |
| 2018 | $167,923▼16.9% | $200,206▲8.7% | $18,622▼63.4% | $18,622▼63.4% | 990EZ |
| 2017 | $202,064▲101% | $184,198▲28.3% | $50,905▲54.1% | $50,905▲54.1% | 990 |
| 2016 | $100,586▼29.4% | $143,586▲14.8% | $33,039▼56.5% | $33,039▼56.5% | 990EZ |
| 2015 | $142,389▲6.2% | $125,091▼3.6% | $76,039▲29.4% | $76,039▲29.4% | 990EZ |
| 2014 | $134,098▲21.2% | $129,721▲55.5% | $58,741▲8.7% | $58,741▲8.7% | 990EZ |
| 2013 | $110,679▲48.6% | $83,426▲24.1% | $54,064▲102% | $54,064▲90.2% | 990EZ |
| 2012 | $74,503▲20.5% | $67,221▲13.3% | $26,811▲37.3% | $28,422▲38.0% | 990EZ |
| 2011 | $61,836▲42.1% | $59,340▲53.9% | $19,529▲14.7% | $20,591▲13.8% | 990EZ |
| 2010 | $43,511 | $38,561 | $17,033 | $18,095 | 990EZ |
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 · $89K total
10 grants to Hell In A Handbag Productions totaling $89K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $6,225 |
| Ncrc Community Development Fund Inc | Illinois coronavirus fiscal recovery funds | 2023 | $30,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $6,775 |
| Network For Good Inc | Unrestricted | 2022 | $8,255 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2022 | $5,984 |
| Network For Good Inc | Unrestricted | 2021 | $8,915 |
| Network For Good Inc | Unrestricted | 2020 | $6,045 |
| United Way Worldwide | General charitable operations | 2020 | $5,620 |
| Network For Good Inc | Unrestricted | 2019 | $6,419 |
| Network For Good Inc | Unrestricted | 2018 | $5,215 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Hell In A Handbag Productions a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Hell In A Handbag Productions is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 36-4380278, based in Chicago, Illinois. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Hell In A Handbag Productions's EIN?
- Hell In A Handbag Productions's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 36-4380278.
- How much revenue does Hell In A Handbag Productions report?
- Hell In A Handbag Productions reported $250,289 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Hell In A Handbag Productions have?
- CharityIndex grades Hell In A Handbag Productions B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Hell In A Handbag Productions (EIN 36-4380278) 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.