Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Rights is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Chicago, Illinois. The organization was established in 1934 and was formerly known as Travelers and Immigrants Aid. It operates as an alliance/advocacy organization focused on serving vulnerable and endangered populations.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
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-100.0% YoY
Revenue
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-100.0% YoY
Net Investment Income
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-100.0% YoY
Expenses
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-100.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Heartland Alliance's mission is to advance the human rights and respond to the human needs of endangered populations—particularly the poor, the isolated, and the displaced—through the provision of comprehensive and respectful services and the promotion of permanent solutions leading to a more just global society.
The organization works in communities in the United States and abroad to serve those who are homeless, living in poverty, or seeking safety. Primary focus areas include:
- Human rights advancement and protection
- Services for vulnerable populations
- Rapid employment and development initiatives
- Support for individuals impacted by gun violence, including paid transitional jobs and cognitive behavioral therapy
- Global initiatives for sexuality and human rights
- Community-based services and advocacy
Grantmaking
Heartland Alliance functions as both a service provider and a grantmaker. Historical grantmaking data shows:
Grant Range
(2023):** $1,000,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
While the organization is based in Chicago, Illinois, it works in communities both within the United States and internationally to serve endangered populations.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Fiscal Year (2023):
- Total Revenue: $57.5 million
- Total Expenses: $59.2 million
- Total Assets: $45 million
- Total Liabilities: $8.5 million
- Giving Rate: 16.1% of assets
Staffing: Approximately 405 employees
Note: An independent audit for the fiscal year ending June 2023 identified a going concern flag, indicating substantial doubt about the organization's ability to meet its financial obligations and continue operating for the foreseeable future.
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $2,701,773 | $44,797,231 |
| Revenue | — | $12,827,387 | $57,472,627 |
| Expenses | — | $29,816,984 | $59,237,562 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | $139,854 | $770,108 |
| 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 0 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
58 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- President: Evelyn Diaz
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Lezotte | Vice Chair | 1 | — |
| Michael A Nutter | Vice Chair (part year) | 1 | — |
| Robin Armour | Board Chairman & Treasurer | 3 | — |
| Theodore W Michalke | Vice Chair | 1 | — |
| Alan Harder | Director | 1 | — |
| Alen Takhsh | Director (part year) | 1 | — |
| Ali Azim | Director | 1 | — |
| Alicia Gonzalez | Director | 1 | — |
| Allida Black | Director | 1 | — |
| Ameya Pawar | Director | 1 | — |
| Andrea Wiles | Director | 1 | — |
| Arnold Patton | Director | 1 | — |
| Becky Frederick | Director | 1 | — |
| Christopher Brathwaite | Director (part year) | 1 | — |
| Cynthia Fronczak | Director | 1 | — |
| Dave Elzinga | Director | 1 | — |
| Elaine Klemen | Director | 1 | — |
| Elissa Bassler | Director (part year) | 1 | — |
| Gwen Hassan | Director | 1 | — |
| Henry Beverly | Director & Chair of Finance & Audit Committee | 1 | — |
| Joey Nakayama | Director | 1 | — |
| Kary Mcllwain | Director | 1 | — |
| Mary L Ahern | Director (part year) | 1 | — |
| Paul Wilkowski | Director | 1 | — |
| Randall Rapp | Director | 1 | — |
| Rhyan Zweifler | Director (part year) | 1 | — |
| Robin Snyderman | Director | 1 | — |
| Ryan S Ruskin | Director | 1 | — |
| Shannon Galvin | Director | 1 | — |
| Shuba Ahya | Director | 1 | — |
| Susan Rider Porter | Director | 1 | — |
| David Wells | Deputy Chief Admin Officer | 40 | $117,555 |
| Donald Laackman | Interim President/CEO | 40 | $150,097 |
| Edward Stellon | Chief External Affairs Officer | 40 | $180,313 |
| Julia Getzels | General Counsel/Secretary | 40 | $406,378 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In February 2025, Heartland Alliance Health secured a multimillion-dollar grant that enabled the organization to remain open and avoid shutdown. The organization was announced as a 2026 subgrantee through the Healing Illinois program.
Heartland Alliance Health to remain open thanks to 'multimillion-dollarContact Information
- Website: www.heartlandalliance.org
- Phone: 312-660-1300
- Address: 208 S LaSalle St Ste 1300, Chicago, IL 60604
- EIN: 36-1877640
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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