Special Children's Charities

EIN: 237026774 501(c)(3)

Chicago, IL

Total Revenue
$7,553,223
Total Expenses
$7,989,801
Total Assets
$8,572,943
Net Assets
$5,805,640
🔒

Financial Vulnerability Assessment (Tuckman-Chang)

4 risk indicators measuring financial stability and operational resilience

Sign in with your work email to view Tuckman-Chang indicators

Sign In — Free (10 views/day)

Financial Trends

Organization Details

Formation Year
1969
Legal Domicile
IL
Principal Officer
Ray Baker
Phone
3125273743
Tax Period
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

Special Children's Charities, founded in 1969, is a community nonprofit that reported $7.6M in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 67% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum.

Mission

Since 1969, Special Children's Charities has been the driving force behind inclusion and empowerment for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Chicago. Our high-quality athletic, educational and life-enriching programs inspire our participants to dream big, overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. Our transformative programs champion the rights and potential of individuals, support their families and uplift communities.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $3,851,341 Revenue: $44,976

In cooperation with the Chicago Park District Special Recreation Program and the Chicago Public Schools, Special Children's Charities provides funding for the year-round sports training...

Read more

In cooperation with the Chicago Park District Special Recreation Program and the Chicago Public Schools, Special Children's Charities provides funding for the year-round sports training, recreational, and social programs for the children and adults participating in the programs.

Program 2
Expenses: $314,256

After 22 Program - Developed in partnership with Anixter Center and City Colleges of Chicago, Special Children's Charities funds the After 22 program which gives young adults with intellectual and...

Read more

After 22 Program - Developed in partnership with Anixter Center and City Colleges of Chicago, Special Children's Charities funds the After 22 program which gives young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to continue to receive educational services and develop job readiness skills after they age out of the Chicago Public Schools system.

Program 3
Expenses: $1,054,335

Art & Music Therapy Program - Special Children's Charities funds art and music therapy services to students in cluster programs at Chicago Public Schools and various Chicago Park District locations...

Read more

Art & Music Therapy Program - Special Children's Charities funds art and music therapy services to students in cluster programs at Chicago Public Schools and various Chicago Park District locations. Licensed certified art and music therapists work with students to enhance sensory integration, imagination, and abstract thinking, while they improve their social skills and build stronger relationships.

🔒

Trantor Score

Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency

Sign in to view Trantor Score and financial metrics

Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

Sign In — Free (10 views/day)

Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $7,388,346
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $119,901
Other Revenue $44,976
TOTAL REVENUE $7,553,223

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $2,394,867
Salaries & Benefits $658,071
Fundraising Expenses $497,191
Program Expenses $5,464,677
Other Expenses $4,936,863
TOTAL EXPENSES $7,989,801

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $7,553,223 $4,510,422 +0.7%
Expenses $7,989,801 $3,812,378 +1.1%
Net Income $-436,578 $698,044 -1.6%
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
🔒

Financial Health Indicators

Comprehensive financial analysis: Altman Z-Score, liquidity, solvency, sustainability, efficiency, and growth metrics

Financial Distress Indicator

Liquidity & Cash Position

Sign in to view all financial metrics

Altman Z-Score • Liquidity Ratios • Solvency Analysis • Growth Indicators • Efficiency Metrics

Sign In

Governance

Voting Members
22
Independent Members
22
Employees
15
Volunteers
5000

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
6
$141,044
Total Directors
22
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
2
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Ray Baker President 15.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Carolyn Daley Past President 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Matt O'Shea Vice President 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Pam Munizzi Secretary 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Terry Muldoon Treasurer 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Mike Andolina Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tony DiPaolo Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tom Gray Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Zachary Harbour Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Niall Hardiman Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Marci Harrison Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Fran Hurley Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jennifer Kramer Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Dan Koors Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Brenda McHugh Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Saul Lopez Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kevin Magnuson Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Sheila O'Callaghan Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Juan Ochoa Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Smita Shah Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
James Sheahan Director 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Alondo Tucker Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mary Slowik Executive Director 40.00
Officer
$131,507 $9,537 $141,044
Marybeth O Carlson Manager 40.00
Highest
$122,654 $0 $122,654
Ann M Hartnett Manager 40.00
Highest
$117,654 $0 $117,654
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $7,553,223 $7,989,801 $8,572,943 $-436,578
2022 $4,510,422 $3,812,378 $7,539,416 $698,044
2021 $2,359,230 $1,700,841 $6,546,102 $658,389
2020 $2,763,216 $1,550,908 $5,740,188 $1,212,308
2019 $2,813,573 $2,258,521 $4,399,815 $555,052
2018 $2,650,838 $2,180,697 $3,566,165 $470,141
Explore More Nonprofits
Top 100 Nonprofits in Illinois Largest U.S. Nonprofits Best Rated Nonprofits Most Efficient Nonprofits

Compare Special Children's Charities with other nonprofits in Illinois and across the country.