Learn Scuba Chicago Inc
Learn scuba chicago (lsc) seeks to provide scuba diving access and education to the general public, to offer scuba education programs and opportunities tailored to benefit individuals and …
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As a 501c3 our MISSION is to promote equitable access to scuba diving education and opportunities through tailored community programs.
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Mission
Learn scuba chicago (lsc) seeks to provide scuba diving access and education to the general public, to offer scuba education programs and opportunities tailored to benefit individuals and communities with specific needs, and to promote education and conservation of underwater ecosystems.
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Learn Scuba Chicago Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 90% of the 322,679 human services 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 contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- 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
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- a website
- a contact email
- third-party accreditation
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyLearn Scuba Chicago Inc is a registered human services nonprofit based in Chicago, IL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2015 and has been operating for 11 years. Its EIN is 364811222. 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 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $176K in annual revenue. 34 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Learn Scuba Chicago Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 364811222. 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.
Learn Scuba Chicago Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. 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 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 78% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for human services charities in United States is 90/100.
Learn Scuba Chicago Inc is located in Chicago, IL, United States. The organization was established in 2015 and has been active for 11 years.
Based on official tax filings, Learn Scuba Chicago Inc has $176K in annual revenue. It allocates 78% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 93% for human services charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Learn Scuba Chicago Inc is classified as a Human Services 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 $176K in annual revenue. The organization has 34 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Learn Scuba Chicago Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Learn Scuba Chicago Inc 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 78% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 93%). 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.
As a 501c3 our MISSION is to promote equitable access to scuba diving education and opportunities through tailored community programs. Learn Scuba Chicago Inc is classified as a human services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2015.
Among human services charities registered in United States: It allocates 78% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of $176K is below the peer average of $3M.
Yes, donations to Learn Scuba Chicago Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 364811222, 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.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
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LEARN SCUBA CHICAGO INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (11)
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11 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 - 34 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 34 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2015
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Learn Scuba Chicago Inc
- What is Learn Scuba Chicago Inc?
- Learn Scuba Chicago Inc is a human services supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Chicago, United States. As a 501c3 our MISSION is to promote equitable access to scuba diving education and opportunities through tailored community programs.
- When was Learn Scuba Chicago Inc founded?
- Learn Scuba Chicago Inc was founded in 2015.
- Who leads Learn Scuba Chicago Inc?
- Tim Wedryk serves as President.
- Where is Learn Scuba Chicago Inc located?
- Headquartered in Chicago, IL, United States.
- What is Learn Scuba Chicago Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 78% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Learn Scuba Chicago Inc trustworthy?
- Learn Scuba Chicago Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 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 Learn Scuba Chicago Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 364811222.
- What is Learn Scuba Chicago Inc's website?
- http://www.learnscubachicago.org