Creative Spirits Cdc

EIN: 852621832 501(c)(3) Human Services

ROBBINS, IL

Total Revenue
$767,886
Total Expenses
$616,972
Total Assets
$150,914
Net Assets
$150,914
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2020
Legal Domicile
IL
Principal Officer
LAWANDA G
Phone
6302943541
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Creative Spirits Cdc, founded in 2020, is a small nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $768K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. The organization ran a surplus of $151K, a strong 20% operating margin.

Mission

Creative Spirits CDC is dedicated to empowering youth families and underserved communities through violence prevention workforce development educational support mentoring trauma-informed services and community engagement programs. Our mission is to create safer stronger communities by providing resources opportunities and support that promote personal growth economic stability and long-term success.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $246,789 Revenue: $0

Violence Prevention and Community Outreach Program Creative Spirits CDC provided violence prevention and community outreach services designed to reduce community violence promote public safety and...

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Violence Prevention and Community Outreach Program Creative Spirits CDC provided violence prevention and community outreach services designed to reduce community violence promote public safety and strengthen neighborhoods. Services included community engagement activities prevention education resource fairs trauma-informed support services and partnerships with local stakeholders. The program served youth and families throughout Robbins Calumet Park and surrounding communities.

Program 2
Expenses: $185,092 Revenue: $0

Youth Development and Mentoring Program The organization provided youth development mentoring leadership training and educational support services to help young people develop positive life skills...

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Youth Development and Mentoring Program The organization provided youth development mentoring leadership training and educational support services to help young people develop positive life skills improve academic performance and prepare for future success. Participants received mentoring life-skills training leadership development opportunities and support services designed to encourage personal growth and community involvement.

Program 3
Expenses: $185,091 Revenue: $0

Workforce Development and Job Readiness Program Creative Spirits CDC offered workforce development services including job readiness training resume development interview preparation career...

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Workforce Development and Job Readiness Program Creative Spirits CDC offered workforce development services including job readiness training resume development interview preparation career exploration internship opportunities and employment support. These services were designed to improve employment outcomes increase economic stability and provide pathways to long-term career success for youth and young adults.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $767,886
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $767,886

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $473,574
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $616,972
Other Expenses $143,398
TOTAL EXPENSES $616,972

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $767,886 N/A N/A
Expenses $616,972 N/A N/A
Net Income $150,914 $0 N/A
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
3
Independent Members
2
Employees
12
Volunteers
14

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
3
$43,077
Total Directors
3
$43,077
Key Employees
5
$200,346
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Lawanda Gosa President 40.00
Officer Director Key Emp
$43,077 $0 $43,077
Tina Henry Secretary 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Gina V Medina Treasurer 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Sneed A Deaderick Program Director 40.00
Key Emp
$40,673 $0 $40,673
Arnold Currie Youth navigator 40.00
Key Emp
$37,558 $0 $37,558
Jennifer L Lee Administrator 40.00
Key Emp
$33,846 $0 $33,846
Renne Y Lee Therapist 40.00
Key Emp
$45,192 $0 $45,192
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 $767,886 $616,972 $150,914 $150,914
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