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Chicago Veterans

Empower military veterans and their families by promoting community integration and providing transitional assistance to support successful reintegration into civilian life

Health Chicago, IL EIN: 464960662 (IRS) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
74/100 · methodology

About Chicago Veterans

Community Integration Program: Our CIP initiative is dedicated to fostering a sense of community among veteransIn 2022 we hosted over 17 community events for over 2766 veterans Transitional Assistance Program (TAP): Our TAP program plays a pivotal role in streamlining the transition for veteransIn 2022 we helped connect over 2871 Veterans to critical services

Founded
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
F60
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2014

Mission

Empower military veterans and their families by promoting community integration and providing transitional assistance to support successful reintegration into civilian life

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
❤️ Health · NTEE F60
Cause tags
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar health in United States
Program spending This charity: 90%
Peer average: 89%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 18.83%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 74
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 16.3% of total expenses ($38,500 of $236,594).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.90
Program$0.90
90% to programs beats the peer average (89%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Chicago Veterans has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.

  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 82% of comparable organizations. See the sources
  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • Its integrity score of 74 places it in the top 25% of the 98,862 health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Chicago Veterans is a registered health nonprofit based in Chicago, IL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. Its EIN is 464960662. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 74/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $204K in annual revenue. 31 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Chicago Veterans's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 464960662. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.

Chicago Veterans has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 74 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 90% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.

Chicago Veterans is located in Chicago, IL, United States. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years.

Based on official tax filings, Chicago Veterans has $204K in annual revenue. It allocates 90% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 89% for health charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $41M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Chicago Veterans is classified as a Health organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $204K in annual revenue. The organization has 31 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Chicago Veterans. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.

According to GiveRadar's records, Chicago Veterans holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 90% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 89%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Community Integration Program: Our CIP initiative is dedicated to fostering a sense of community among veteransIn 2022 we hosted over 17 community events for over 2766 veterans Transitional Assistance Program (TAP): Our TAP program plays a pivotal role in streamlining the transition for veteransIn 2022 we helped connect over 2871 Veterans to critical services Chicago Veterans is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2014.

Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 90% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 89%. Its annual revenue of $204K is below the peer average of $41M.

Yes, donations to Chicago Veterans are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Chicago Veterans is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 464960662, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
90% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
2

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

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Karen H••••••••
Executive Director

Officers & trustees (11)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Veterans gather for downtown Chicago protest against Iran war, Donald Trump administration actions at Vietnam Memorial -
May 2026
abc7chicago.com
Chicago veterans protest against Trump administration's military interventions on Memorial Day - AOL.com
May 2026
www.aol.com
Chicago veterans protest against Iran war and more on Memorial Day - Yahoo
May 2026
www.yahoo.com
Chicago veterans protest against Iran war and more on Memorial Day - AOL.com
May 2026
www.aol.com
Memorial Day 2026 ceremonies, parades held in Chicago, Elmhurst, Naperville, Arlington Heights, and more - ABC7 Chicago
May 2026
abc7chicago.com
Strength in Fragility: The Material Truths of Jenn Hassin - Chicago Reader
May 2026
chicagoreader.com
Chicago Nurses, Veterans Grow Memorial For Alex Pretti Outside VA Hospital, Rally Against ICE - Block Club Chicago
Jan 2026
blockclubchicago.org
Exhibition in Palos allows veterans to find, share ‘the healing power of art’ - Chicago Tribune
Jan 2026
www.chicagotribune.com
Veterans' Home at Chicago opens new unit for vets suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia - CBS News
Jan 2026
www.cbsnews.com
Blackhawks Trade Buzz: New Trade Boards Include Chicago Veterans - Bleacher Nation
Jan 2026
www.bleachernation.com
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health this charity 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 31 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 31 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2014
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Chicago Veterans

What is Chicago Veterans?
Chicago Veterans is a health publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Chicago, United States. Community Integration Program: Our CIP initiative is dedicated to fostering a sense of community among veteransIn 2022 we hosted over 17 community events for over 2766 veterans Transitional Assistance Program (TAP): Our TAP program plays a pivotal role in streamlining the transition for veteransIn 2022 we helped connect over 2871 Veterans to critical services
When was Chicago Veterans founded?
Chicago Veterans was founded in 2014.
Who leads Chicago Veterans?
Karen Hernandez serves as Executive Director.
Where is Chicago Veterans located?
Headquartered in Chicago, IL, United States.
What is Chicago Veterans's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 90% of expenses go to program services.
Is Chicago Veterans trustworthy?
Chicago Veterans has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Chicago Veterans's registration number?
IRS EIN: 464960662.
What is Chicago Veterans's website?
http://www.chicagovets.org