Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance
DEVCORP NORTH is a public charity based in Chicago, Illinois (EIN 36-3357551), formed in 1983. It operates as Rogers Park Business Alliance, whose stated mission is to cultivate and sustain a thriving economic environment in Rogers Park, serving businesses and residents.
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance at a glance
In short: Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance gave $450K across 45 grants in 2024 (avg $10K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $450,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 45
- Average grant
- $10,000
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $2,067,133
- +21.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Illinois (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance
- Review Cycle
- The SSA #43 program advises applicants to submit proposals 1–2 months before the event and at least one week before the commission meeting at which they want the proposal considered.
- Deadline
- The SSA #43 program advises applicants to submit proposals 1–2 months before the event and at least one week before…
- Contact
Mailing address: 1448 W Morse Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626
Phone: (773) 508-5885
Website: https://rpba.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Afro Organic Beauty ($10K). Together the top 10 received $100K.
Grant Size Distribution
45 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 45 grants of 45 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Illinois. Listed recipients were in Chicago or Evanston. The organization’s stated mission names Rogers Park. SSA #43 covers Devon Avenue from Damen Avenue to Kedzie Avenue and Western Avenue from Arthur Avenue to Granville Avenue.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 45 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 45 grants totaling $450K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Afro Organic Beauty Chicago, IL | 7TH Dist Small Business Grants | $10,000 |
| Archies Cafe Chicago, IL | Local Small Businesses Grant | $10,000 |
| Ashley Beauty Supply Inc Chicago, IL | Local Small Businesses Grant | $10,000 |
| Badou Senegalese Cuisine Corp Chicago, IL | Local Small Businesses Grant | $10,000 |
| Bark Place LLC Chicago, IL | 7TH Dist Small Business Grants | $10,000 |
| Bernabe Solorzano Chicago, IL | 7TH Dist Small Business Grants | $10,000 |
| BLNCA Garduno Evanston, IL | 7TH Dist Small Business Grants | $10,000 |
| Callys Curls & CO Chicago, IL | 7TH Dist Small Business Grants | $10,000 |
| Charmers Inc Chicago, IL | 7TH Dist Small Business Grants | $10,000 |
| Chicago Nail Pro LLC Chicago, IL | 7TH Dist Small Business Grants | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,067,133 | $1,743,927 | $1,357,565 | $450,000 | 45 | $28,717 |
| 2023 | $1,695,554 | $1,374,041 | $1,094,385 | — | — | $9,172 |
| 2022 | $1,361,660 | $949,717 | $935,454 | — | — | $395 |
| 2021 | $1,362,905 | $1,315,215 | $720,555 | — | — | $448 |
| 2020 | $874,281 | $664,439 | $574,998 | — | — | $1,089 |
| 2019 | $2,581,813 | $1,694,897 | $1,649,720 | — | — | $279 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to cultivate and sustain a thriving economic environment in Rogers Park, serving businesses and residents. Its 2024 filing describes a 7th District Small Business Restoration Grants program for safety and security initiatives for small businesses within the district. It also describes the Glenwood Sunday Market as a local farmers market offering organic and regionally sourced produce, eggs, meats, and breads.
The separate SSA #43 Event Sponsorship Program supports community programs and events intended to draw visitors and customers to the Devon Avenue district and support businesses within its boundaries. Eligible events must be open to the public and take place within the SSA boundaries. The program gives preference to events organized or hosted by community organizations or nonprofits, among other criteria.
Grantmaking
In 2024, DEVCORP NORTH reported 45 grants totaling $450,000. Each grant was $10,000. The filing says grantees were determined eligible through a rigorous process and that, if more grantees were eligible than funds available, awardees were chosen by lottery.
Examples of 2024 recipients include Afro Organic Beauty ($10,000; purpose listed as “7th Dist Small Business Grants”), Archie’s Cafe ($10,000; “Local Small Businesses Grant”), and Ashley Beauty Supply Inc. ($10,000; “Local Small Businesses Grant”). Other listed recipients include Badou Senegalese Cuisine Corp, Bark Place LLC, Bernabe Solorzano, and Chicago Nail Pro LLC, each receiving $10,000.
For the separate SSA #43 event sponsorship program, applications are reviewed and voted on by the SSA commission. Eligible applicants may receive up to 20% of an event or program budget, capped at $8,000; the commission may approve less than requested or no funding, depending on demand and budget. Eligible expenses include marketing, supplies, venue or equipment rental, permitting, and payments to artists or performers. Funding cannot be used for profit margin, administrative or operating expenses, fundraisers, alcohol or cannabis, political campaign events, events outside the SSA boundaries, or events held before the application is submitted.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Sandi Price as Executive Director; Terry Grant as President; Hussain Bhanpuri as Vice President; Cecilia Rodriguez as Treasurer; and Hector Morales as Secretary. Directors listed are Mina Cardenas, Robert Collins, Antonio Diaz, Len Felton, and Dorothy Gregory.
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance is led by Sandi Price, Executive Director on every filing since 2022; 1 of 14 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Sandi Price
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$115K (2022) → $137K (2024)
Terry Grant
President
Director → President, 2022
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Belia Rodriguez
Director
2nd Vice President → President, 2020
President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dorothy Gregory
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Keppy
Director
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mina Cardenas
Director
Director → Vice President, 2020
Vice President → Director, 2022
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Antonio Diaz
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Clemente Okeke
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Len Felton
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Collins
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brandon Grooms
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Hector Morales
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Hussain Bhanpuri
Vice President
Secretary → Vice President, 2020
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cecilia Rodriguez
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Anthony Mesok (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Jack Swenson (2022–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Dale Forbes (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Gabriela Ramirez (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: John Swenson (2019–2021) — Vice President
- Former: Peter Nicholas (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Scott Holtz (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Siraj Asfahani (2019–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Summur Roberts (2019–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Kate Alpert (2019) — Director
- Former: Renee Labrana (2019) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $137K, to Sandi Price (Executive Dir.).
Frequently asked questions about Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance
How much does Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance give each year?
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance gave $450K across 45 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance's typical grant size?
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $10,000, across 45 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance give grants?
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance gives mostly in Illinois: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (39 grants) and Evanston, IL (3 grants).
Does Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 45 grants with a stated purpose on Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "7TH Dist Small Business Grants" (42 grants) and "Local Small Businesses Grant" (3 grants).
Who are Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance's largest grantees?
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance's largest 2024 grantees include Afro Organic Beauty ($10,000), Archies Cafe ($10,000) and Ashley Beauty Supply Inc ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 7% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance?
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance reported $2.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.7M.
What does Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to cultivate and sustain a thriving economic environment in Rogers Park, serving businesses and residents. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance?
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check rpba.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance's EIN?
Devcorp North DBA Rogers Park Business Alliance's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-3357551. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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