Research-aid Networks
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Declining revenue
Research-aid Networks is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Chicago, Illinois, registered in 2019, with $190,000 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
6127 S University Ave Ste 1415, Chicago, IL, 60637 EIN 83-3345014 Since 2019
Revenue (FY2024)
$190K
▲ 20.1% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2024)
$135K
Net assets
$138K
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
★★★★
Rated on 2 of 4 criteria — the rest aren't reported in this filing type.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →—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 Research-aid Networks— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating12 mo reserves · +29% 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 Research-aid Networks: 12 mo reserves · +29% margin earns a A 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 Research-aid Networks— 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 Research-aid Networks: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 6127 S University Ave Ste 1415, Chicago, IL, 60637
- City
- Chicago
- State
- Illinois
- Subcategory
- Philanthropy Programs
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue declined from $292K (FY2021) to $190K (FY2024) across 4 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $138K
Operating margin
29.0%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$138K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$138K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $190,000▲20.1% | $134,913▼11.5% | $138,356▲66.2% | $138,356▲66.2% | 990EZ |
| 2023 | $158,151▲5611% | $152,392▲56.8% | $83,269▲7.4% | $83,269▲7.4% | 990EZ |
| 2022 | $2,769▼99.1% | $97,192▼36.7% | $77,510▼53.9% | $77,510▼53.9% | 990EZ |
| 2021 | $292,000 | $153,457 | $168,071 | $168,071 | 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 · $523K total
4 grants to Research-aid Networks totaling $523K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | — | 2023 | $8,069 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support | 2022 | $150,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support | 2020 | $290,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support | 2019 | $75,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Research-aid Networks a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Research-aid Networks is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 83-3345014, based in Chicago, Illinois. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Research-aid Networks's EIN?
- Research-aid Networks's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 83-3345014.
- How much revenue does Research-aid Networks report?
- Research-aid Networks reported $190,000 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Research-aid Networks have?
- CharityIndex grades Research-aid Networks B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Research-aid Networks (EIN 83-3345014) 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.