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Ge Chamber Foundation

The ge chamber foundation mission is to use an asset-based approach to equitably fund black and brown businesses, placing them at the center of the small business ecosystem, …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
77/100 · methodology

About Ge Chamber Foundation

The mission of the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce is to transform Greater Englewood into a popular commercial and retail destination by (a)dvising, (d)eveloping and (s)howcasing its established businesses and acting as a comprehensive economic development partner while creating a favorable social environment for chamber members. We will accomplish the work by following the pre-existing plans that were developed for the Greater Englewood community. This includes the Quality of Life Plan, Growth 180. The GE Chambers focus is to be a new business wheel house. Every business has unique challenges. No business automatically has expertise in all of the areas required to become a thriving entity. Our job is to provide your company support and expertise for each state of …

Founded
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
B02
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2018

Mission

The ge chamber foundation mission is to use an asset-based approach to equitably fund black and brown businesses, placing them at the center of the small business ecosystem, by advocating for changes to economic development and serving as a trusted, creditble, and reliable source of support relevant to the individualized needs of small businesses. The greater englewood (ge) chamber foundation is the sister organization of the greater englewood chamber of commerce.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
📚 Education · NTEE B02
Cause tags
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in United States
Program spending This charity: 65%
Peer average: 74%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 6.43%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 77
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 18.1% of total expenses ($60,025 of $332,466).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.65
Program$0.65

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Ge Chamber Foundation has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.

  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 82% of the 195,586 education charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
  • It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable charities, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • a donation page
  • 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

Ge Chamber Foundation is a registered education nonprofit based in Chicago, IL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2018 and has been operating for 8 years. Its EIN is 824824489. 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 77/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $933K in annual revenue. 35 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Ge Chamber Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 824824489. 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.

Ge Chamber Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.

Ge Chamber Foundation is located in Chicago, IL, United States. The organization was established in 2018 and has been active for 8 years.

Based on official tax filings, Ge Chamber Foundation has $933K in annual revenue. It allocates 65% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 74% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Ge Chamber Foundation is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $933K in annual revenue. The organization has 35 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Ge Chamber Foundation. 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, Ge Chamber Foundation 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 65% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). 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.

The mission of the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce is to transform Greater Englewood into a popular commercial and retail destination by (a)dvising, (d)eveloping and (s)howcasing its established businesses and acting as a comprehensive economic development partner while creating a favorable social environment for chamber members. We will accomplish the work by following the pre-existing plans that were developed for the Greater Englewood community. This includes the Quality of Life Plan, Growth 180. The GE Chambers focus is to be a new business wheel house. Every business has unique challenges. No business automatically has expertise in all of the areas required to become a thriving entity. Our job is to... Ge Chamber Foundation is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2018.

Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 65% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $933K is below the peer average of $7M.

Yes, donations to Ge Chamber Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Ge Chamber Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 824824489, 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
65% 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

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
5

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

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Felicia S•••••••••••
Executive Director

Officers & trustees (9)

Source: Public filings

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$0.9M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$1.0M 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 this charity 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 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 - 35 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

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 · 35 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 · 2018
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Ge Chamber Foundation

What is Ge Chamber Foundation?
Ge Chamber Foundation is a education supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Chicago, United States. The mission of the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce is to transform Greater Englewood into a popular commercial and retail destination by (a)dvising, (d)eveloping and (s)howcasing its established businesses and acting as a comprehensive economic development partner while creating a favorable social environment for chamber members. We will accomplish the work by following the pre-existing plans that were developed for the Greater Englewood community. This includes the Quality of Life Plan, Growth 180. The GE Chambers focus is to be a new business wheel house. Every business has unique challenges. No business automatically has expertise in all of the areas required to become a thriving entity. Our job is to provide your company support and expertise for each state of its development. The Chamber will accomplish this by working with its members to make sure that you have access to advisory professionals who can provide you with the knowledge and expertise that you need to grow. Additionally, we will expand the reach of our members marketing efforts, promote them throughout the City of Chicago and the world, connect them to financing opportunities and continue to be a trusted partner as they evolve.
When was Ge Chamber Foundation founded?
Ge Chamber Foundation was founded in 2018.
Who leads Ge Chamber Foundation?
Felicia Slaton-Young serves as Executive Director.
Where is Ge Chamber Foundation located?
Headquartered in Chicago, IL, United States.
What is Ge Chamber Foundation's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 65% of expenses go to program services.
Is Ge Chamber Foundation trustworthy?
Ge Chamber Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 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 Ge Chamber Foundation's registration number?
IRS EIN: 824824489.
What is Ge Chamber Foundation's website?
https://www.gechamber.com/gecf