Center For Native Futures
EIN: 853159937 · Chicago, IL · NTEE: A20
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $1.1M |
| Total Expenses | $236K |
| Net Assets | $513K |
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Center For Native Futures Form 990, Revenue, CEO Pay, and IRS Filing Signals
Center For Native Futures is surfaced here as a decision-ready nonprofit financial profile, not just a charity listing. The page consolidates IRS Form 990 revenue, expenses, assets, tax-exempt classification, executive compensation, mission score, red flags, and year-by-year filing history so donors, researchers, journalists, and grant teams can answer the common search questions around Center For Native Futures in one place.
Form 990 Filing Summary
3 filing years are available, with latest revenue of $577K and expenses of $236K.
Revenue and Expenses
Center For Native Futures reported $577K in revenue and $236K in expenses, a surplus of $341K.
Executive Compensation
Officer, director, trustee, and key employee pay is reviewed from IRS 990 compensation disclosures when present.
Charity Score and Red Flags
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Is Center For Native Futures Legit?
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Across stored filings, Center For Native Futures shows contribution history pending. Next enrichment targets: revenue-source fields, functional expense detail, IRS BMF classification, AI synthesis.
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| Decision Lens | Signal | What to Inspect Next |
|---|---|---|
| Legitimacy | Insufficient Data | Good filing record; no red flags identified |
| Mission spend | Pending | Unknown |
| Financial durability | Grade A | 3 stored filing years |
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About Center For Native Futures
Center For Native Futures (EIN: 853159937) is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, IL, classified under NTEE code A20. The organization reported total revenue of $1.1M and total assets of $1.2M according to its most recent IRS 990 filing. This transparency report provides an AI-powered analysis of Center For Native Futures's financial health, spending patterns, executive compensation, and overall mission effectiveness based on publicly available IRS data.
Organization Overview
Center For Native Futures is a mid-size nonprofit that has been operating for 5 years, with 3 years of IRS 990 filings on record (2021–2023). Revenue has grown at a compound annual rate of 142.5%.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
| Total Revenue | $577K |
| Total Expenses | $236K |
| Surplus / Deficit | +$341K |
| Total Assets | $515K |
| Total Liabilities | $2K |
| Net Assets | $513K |
| Operating Margin | 59.0% |
| Debt-to-Asset Ratio | 0.4% |
| Months of Reserves | 26.2 months |
Financial Health Grade: A
In 2023, Center For Native Futures reported a surplus of $341K with revenue exceeding expenses, holds 26.2 months of operating reserves (strong position), has a debt-to-asset ratio of 0.4% (very low leverage).
Financial Trends
Over 3 years of filings (2021–2023), Center For Native Futures's revenue has grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 142.5%.
| Year | Revenue Change | Expense Change | Asset Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | +347.0% | +720.6% | +198.4% |
| 2022 | +31.6% | +6.2% | +138.5% |
IRS Tax-Exempt Classification
| IRS Classification Codes | 1200 |
| IRS Ruling Date | 2021 |
Classification data from ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Additional BMF data may be available after enrichment.
AI Analysis Pending
AI enrichment for Center For Native Futures has not yet been completed. Basic IRS 990 data is shown below. Check back later for a full transparency report including a Mission Score, spending breakdown, executive compensation analysis, and red flags assessment.
Mission Effectiveness Score
NonprofitSpending's AI analysis rates Center For Native Futures with a Mission Score of 0 out of 100 (Very Poor). This score reflects the organization's overall financial transparency, program spending efficiency, and governance indicators derived from IRS 990 public filings.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
- The organization reported a surplus of $341K, with revenue exceeding expenses.
- Debt-to-asset ratio: 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions about Center For Native Futures
Is Center For Native Futures a legitimate charity?
Center For Native Futures (EIN: 853159937) is a registered tax-exempt nonprofit based in Illinois. It has 3 years of IRS 990 filings on record. Total revenue: $1.1M. No red flags identified. Financial health grade: A.
How does Center For Native Futures spend its money?
Center For Native Futures reported $1.1M in total revenue in IRS 990 filings. 3 years of filing data available. Revenue exceeded expenses in the most recent year. Review the full spending breakdown on NonprofitSpending.
Are donations to Center For Native Futures tax-deductible?
Center For Native Futures is registered as a tax-exempt nonprofit (EIN: 853159937). Donations to most 501(c)(3) organizations are tax-deductible. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Where is Center For Native Futures located?
Center For Native Futures is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and files with the IRS under EIN 853159937. It is classified under NTEE code A20.
How many years of IRS 990 filings does Center For Native Futures have?
Center For Native Futures has 3 years of IRS 990 filings on record at NonprofitSpending. Additional filing years may become available as the IRS releases new data. The most recent filing shows $1.1M in total revenue.
Filing History
IRS 990 filing history for Center For Native Futures showing financial trends over 3 years of public records:
Over 3 years of IRS 990 filings (2021–2023), Center For Native Futures's revenue has grown by 488.1%, moving from $98K to $577K. Total assets increased by 611.6% over the same period, from $72K to $515K. Total functional expenses rose by 771.2%, from $27K to $236K. In its most recent filing year (2023), Center For Native Futures reported a surplus of $341K, with revenue exceeding expenses. The organization holds $2K in liabilities against $515K in assets (debt-to-asset ratio: 0.4%), resulting in net assets of $513K.
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Liabilities | Officer Comp. % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $577K | $236K | $515K | $2K | — | View 990 |
| 2022 | $129K | $29K | $173K | $0 | — | View 990 |
| 2021 | $98K | $27K | $72K | $0 | — | View 990 |
Year-by-Year Financial Summary
- 2023: Revenue of $577K, expenses of $236K, and assets of $515K (revenue +347.0% year-over-year).
- 2022: Revenue of $129K, expenses of $29K, and assets of $173K (revenue +31.6% year-over-year).
- 2021: Revenue of $98K, expenses of $27K, and assets of $72K.
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Data Sources and Methodology
This transparency report for Center For Native Futures is generated by NonprofitSpending's AI analysis engine. The data is sourced from publicly available IRS 990 filings accessed through the ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer API and IRS electronic filing records. The Mission Score, spending breakdown, and other analytical insights are produced by artificial intelligence and should be used as one of multiple factors when evaluating a nonprofit organization.
IRS 990 forms are annual information returns that most tax-exempt organizations must file with the IRS. These forms provide detailed financial information including revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities, and compensation of officers. NonprofitSpending processes this data to provide accessible transparency reports for donors, researchers, and the general public.
Disclaimer
AI-generated analysis based on IRS public records. Not financial or legal advice. Verify information directly with the organization.