Ecosystems of Care works to build stronger and more just systems of food, information, and resources, to forge connections across neighbors, and generate community power. We do this through food distribution, preparation of outreach and educational materials, community building and events, and supporting other organizations and groups.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$247K
+336.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$48K
+150.0% YoY
Grant Count
2
+100.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$24K
+25.0% YoY
About Ecosystems of Care
Based on IRS filings
Ecosystems of Care is a nonprofit organization focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in CHICAGO, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $247K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $48K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $246,520 | $56,459 | $43,488 |
| Revenue | $407,210 | $229,577 | $168,263 |
| Expenses | $225,181 | $208,294 | $188,121 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Cooperation Racine ($28,500), Whetstone Media ($19,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whetstone Media Atlanta, GA | Project to organize, activate and educate on food culture | $19,000 |
| Cooperation Racine Chicago, IL | Project to organize, activate and educate on food culture | $28,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah Nyhart | Ex-Officio Board | 2 | — |
| Brigid Maniates | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Dr Damon Jones | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Damon A Williams | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Dominique James | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Dr Eve L Ewing | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Maira Khwaja | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Saleem Hue Penny | President | 1 | — |
| Mara Heneghan | Secretary | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ecosystems of Care?
Ecosystems of Care is a nonprofit organization focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in CHICAGO, IL. It holds $247K in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Ecosystems of Care?
As of 2024, Ecosystems of Care holds $247K in total assets with $407K in annual revenue. It awarded 2 grants totaling $48K in 2024.
Where does Ecosystems of Care operate?
Ecosystems of Care has awarded grants in Georgia, Illinois.
What size grants does Ecosystems of Care award?
In 2024, Ecosystems of Care awarded 2 grants totaling $48K — an average of about $24K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Ecosystems of Care's EIN?
Ecosystems of Care's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-1345182. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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