Project Fire Buddies
EIN: 843955561 · Tinley Park, IL · NTEE: P12
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $1.0M |
| Total Expenses | $538K |
| Net Assets | $423K |
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Project Fire Buddies Form 990, Revenue, CEO Pay, and IRS Filing Signals
Project Fire Buddies 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 Project Fire Buddies in one place.
Form 990 Filing Summary
4 filing years are available, with latest revenue of $863K and expenses of $538K.
Revenue and Expenses
Project Fire Buddies reported $863K in revenue and $538K in expenses, a surplus of $325K.
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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Revenue Source Mix
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Expense Deployment
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Across stored filings, Project Fire Buddies 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 | 4 stored filing years |
| Peer context | Compare with Shorefront | Illinois and Human Services context |
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About Project Fire Buddies
Project Fire Buddies (EIN: 843955561) is a nonprofit organization based in Tinley Park, IL, classified under NTEE code P12. The organization reported total revenue of $1.0M and total assets of $646K according to its most recent IRS 990 filing. This transparency report provides an AI-powered analysis of Project Fire Buddies's financial health, spending patterns, executive compensation, and overall mission effectiveness based on publicly available IRS data.
Organization Overview
Project Fire Buddies is a mid-size nonprofit that has been operating for 6 years, with 4 years of IRS 990 filings on record (2020–2023). Revenue has grown at a compound annual rate of 153.7%.
Key Financial Metrics (2023)
From the most recent IRS 990 filing on record:
| Total Revenue | $863K |
| Total Expenses | $538K |
| Surplus / Deficit | +$325K |
| Total Assets | $646K |
| Total Liabilities | $224K |
| Net Assets | $423K |
| Operating Margin | 37.6% |
| Debt-to-Asset Ratio | 34.6% |
| Months of Reserves | 14.4 months |
Financial Health Grade: A
In 2023, Project Fire Buddies reported a surplus of $325K with revenue exceeding expenses, holds 14.4 months of operating reserves (strong position), has a debt-to-asset ratio of 34.6% (moderate leverage).
Financial Trends
Over 4 years of filings (2020–2023), Project Fire Buddies's revenue has grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 153.7%.
| Year | Revenue Change | Expense Change | Asset Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | +361.8% | +277.0% | +247.4% |
| 2022 | +71.8% | +69.9% | +247.8% |
| 2021 | +105.9% | +248.5% | +86.2% |
IRS Tax-Exempt Classification
| IRS Classification Codes | 1250 |
| IRS Ruling Date | 2020 |
Classification data from ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Additional BMF data may be available after enrichment.
AI Analysis Pending
AI enrichment for Project Fire Buddies 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 Project Fire Buddies 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 $325K, with revenue exceeding expenses.
- Debt-to-asset ratio: 34.6%.
Frequently Asked Questions about Project Fire Buddies
Is Project Fire Buddies a legitimate charity?
Project Fire Buddies (EIN: 843955561) is a registered tax-exempt nonprofit based in Illinois. It has 4 years of IRS 990 filings on record. Total revenue: $1.0M. No red flags identified. Financial health grade: A.
How does Project Fire Buddies spend its money?
Project Fire Buddies reported $1.0M in total revenue in IRS 990 filings. 4 years of filing data available. Revenue exceeded expenses in the most recent year. Review the full spending breakdown on NonprofitSpending.
Are donations to Project Fire Buddies tax-deductible?
Project Fire Buddies is registered as a tax-exempt nonprofit (EIN: 843955561). Donations to most 501(c)(3) organizations are tax-deductible. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
Where is Project Fire Buddies located?
Project Fire Buddies is headquartered in Tinley Park, Illinois and files with the IRS under EIN 843955561. It is classified under NTEE code P12.
How many years of IRS 990 filings does Project Fire Buddies have?
Project Fire Buddies has 4 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 $1.0M in total revenue.
Filing History
IRS 990 filing history for Project Fire Buddies showing financial trends over 4 years of public records:
Over 4 years of IRS 990 filings (2020–2023), Project Fire Buddies's revenue has grown by 1533.3%, moving from $53K to $863K. Total assets increased by 2150% over the same period, from $29K to $646K. Total functional expenses rose by 2132.3%, from $24K to $538K. In its most recent filing year (2023), Project Fire Buddies reported a surplus of $325K, with revenue exceeding expenses. The organization holds $224K in liabilities against $646K in assets (debt-to-asset ratio: 34.6%), resulting in net assets of $423K.
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Liabilities | Officer Comp. % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $863K | $538K | $646K | $224K | — | — |
| 2022 | $187K | $143K | $186K | $88K | — | View 990 |
| 2021 | $109K | $84K | $53K | $0 | — | View 990 |
| 2020 | $53K | $24K | $29K | $0 | — | — |
Year-by-Year Financial Summary
- 2023: Revenue of $863K, expenses of $538K, and assets of $646K (revenue +361.8% year-over-year).
- 2022: Revenue of $187K, expenses of $143K, and assets of $186K (revenue +71.8% year-over-year).
- 2021: Revenue of $109K, expenses of $84K, and assets of $53K (revenue +105.9% year-over-year).
- 2020: Revenue of $53K, expenses of $24K, and assets of $29K.
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Data Sources and Methodology
This transparency report for Project Fire Buddies 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.