Navy Pier Inc
Navy pier, chicago's iconic lakefront treasure and cultural institution, is (see schedule o)an all-welcoming, year-round civic and cultural district which is free to the public, offering unique dining, …
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Mission
Navy pier, chicago's iconic lakefront treasure and cultural institution, is (see schedule o)an all-welcoming, year-round civic and cultural district which is free to the public, offering unique dining, retail, entertainment and free programming to nearly 9 million guests annually, while relieving the burden of the government to maintain and operate the historic destination.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 4 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Navy Pier Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 98% of the 55,580 arts & culture charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 92% of similar organizations. See the sources
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 90% of the 133,127 arts & culture 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
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- 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 + methodologyNavy Pier Inc is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Chicago, IL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2011 and has been operating for 15 years. Its EIN is 274813461. 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 $75M in annual revenue. 208 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Navy Pier Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 274813461. 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.
Navy Pier 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 90% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
Navy Pier Inc is located in Chicago, IL, United States. The organization was established in 2011 and has been active for 15 years.
Based on official tax filings, Navy Pier Inc has $75M in annual revenue. It allocates 90% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 78% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Navy Pier Inc is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $75M in annual revenue. The organization has 208 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Navy Pier 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, Navy Pier 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 90% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 78%). 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.
Visit Navy Pier for endless fun, events, culture, dining, shopping. Engage with Chicago's vibrant spirit through diverse, year-round activities and attractions. Navy Pier Inc is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2011.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 90% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 78%. Its annual revenue of $75M is well above the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Navy Pier Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 274813461, 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
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
NAVY PIER 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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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
What to do in Chicago: Navy Pier 'Summer Sampler' event features fireworks, Ferris wheel and more - ABC7 Chicago
‘High-energy' roller rink experience debuts at Navy Pier this summer - NBC 5 Chicago
CTA Reroutes Navy Pier Bus Around Construction - Moovit
Future use of Navy pier facility unclear - keysnews.com
Summer Skate at Navy Pier Is Bringing Retro Roller Fun to Chicago - Q98.5
Navy Pier Crystal Gardens atrium will transform into retro roller rink this summer - CBS News
Navy Pier Names RYTHM as Official THC Beverage Partner - Cannabis Business Times
Retro Roller Rink Coming To Navy Pier This Summer - Block Club Chicago
/C O R R E C T I O N -- Navy Pier and Harry Caray's/ - PR Newswire
Navy Pier to hold its largest July 4 fireworks display ever - Chicago Sun-Times
Activity timeline
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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 - 208 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 208 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 · 2011
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Navy Pier Inc
- What is Navy Pier Inc?
- Navy Pier Inc is a arts & culture publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Chicago, United States. Visit Navy Pier for endless fun, events, culture, dining, shopping. Engage with Chicago's vibrant spirit through diverse, year-round activities and attractions.
- When was Navy Pier Inc founded?
- Navy Pier Inc was founded in 2011.
- Who leads Navy Pier Inc?
- Marilynn Gardner serves as President/CEO.
- Where is Navy Pier Inc located?
- Headquartered in Chicago, IL, United States.
- What is Navy Pier Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10M-$100M. 90% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Navy Pier Inc trustworthy?
- Navy Pier 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 Navy Pier Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 274813461.
- What is Navy Pier Inc's website?
- http://www.navypier.org