Chicago Fire Juniors City
To lead the evolution of youth soccer in the united states, focused in chicago, and to foster a culture of excellence both on and off the field of play.
Chicago Fire Juniors City at a glance
In short: Chicago Fire Juniors City gave $1.2M across 2 grants in 2022 (avg $584K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $1,167,025
- Grants made (2022)
- 2
- Average grant
- $583,513
- Median grant
- $583,513
- Primary geography
- Illinois (100% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026.
Who Chicago Fire Juniors City funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Chicago Fire Foundation ($1.2M). Together the top 2 received $1.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 2 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2022 it made 2 grants totaling $1.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Fire Foundation Chicago, IL | Cash Transfer Pursuant to Dissolution | $1,157,025 |
| United Elite S C NFP Plainfield, IL | To promote youth soccer in or around plainfield, il | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $4,075,247 | $4,899,434 | $1,167,025 | 2 |
| 2021 | $2,900,429 | $2,084,885 | $1,685,886 | — | — |
| 2020 | $1,602,429 | $2,387,277 | $2,294,889 | — | — |
| 2019 | $1,305,325 | $2,799,573 | $2,555,357 | — | — |
About Chicago Fire Juniors City
Based on IRS filings
Chicago Fire Juniors City is a public charity focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Chicago, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2022. In 2022, it awarded 2 grants totaling $1.2M.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Chicago Fire Juniors City is led by Paul Cadwell, President on every filing since 2019; none of the 7 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Paul Cadwell
President
On filings since 2019
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bill Lynn
Board Member
On filings since 2019
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eddie Rock
Board Member
On filings since 2019
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jared Schenk
Board Member
On filings since 2019
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pawel Szynalik
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jamie Lyons
Board Member
New on the 2022 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rob Ayres
Board Member
New on the 2022 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Chicago Fire Juniors City
How much does Chicago Fire Juniors City give each year?
Chicago Fire Juniors City gave $1.2M across 2 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990.
What is Chicago Fire Juniors City?
Chicago Fire Juniors City is a public charity focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Chicago, IL.
Where does Chicago Fire Juniors City operate?
Chicago Fire Juniors City has awarded grants in Illinois.
What is Chicago Fire Juniors City's EIN?
Chicago Fire Juniors City's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-3056413. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 10, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2022
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