Illinois Coalition for Immigrant
The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to promoting the rights of immigrants and refugees to full and equal participation in the civic, cultural, social, and political life of diverse society. The organization was established in 1991 and has been tax-exempt since February 1993.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$38.4M
+64.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$35.7M
+89.7% YoY
Grant Count
82
+18.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$436K
+59.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
ICIRR's mission centers on advancing equal political and social participation of immigrants and refugees, with initiatives designed to improve services to immigrant communities throughout Illinois.
Primary program areas include:
Immigrant and Refugee Rights Program (IFRP): In fiscal year 2023, the program marked its 23rd year of operation. IFRP community partner agencies completed 11,341 interpretations and provided 42,390 translations in over 60 different languages. The program served 40,376 families with in-depth services ranging from assistance in applying for means-tested benefits to advocacy at family community centers. IFRP partners completed 15,738 IDHS-related applications, with the majority for Medicaid (44.48%), SNAP (20.13%), and HBIA services (11.10%). The program also provided information and referral services to 14,656 people and assisted community members with 26,900 applications total (59% IDHS applications and 41% non-IDHS applications).
Organizing and Leadership Development: ICIRR supports organizing and leadership development of member-based organizations, with fiscal year 2023 marking the 17th year of expanded programming in this area.
Grantmaking
ICIRR functions as a grantmaking organization with significant philanthropic activity. Based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing (2023):
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
ICIRR's work is concentrated in Illinois, with particular emphasis on serving immigrant and refugee communities throughout the state.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year 2023:
- Total Assets: $23,379,598
- Total Revenues: $80,423,307
- Total Expenses: $81,877,893
- Total Giving: $18,829,087
As of Fiscal Year 2024:
- Total Assets: $38.4M
- Total Liabilities: $32.5M
- Revenue: $97.9M
- Expenses: $97.1M
Staffing: The organization employs 33 staff members as of 2023.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $38,426,178 | $23,379,598 | $11,306,677 |
| Revenue | $97,882,081 | $80,423,307 | $51,814,327 |
| Expenses | $97,112,990 | $81,877,893 | $50,912,934 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $54,652 | $25,078 | $719 |
| 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 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DULCE ORTIZ | PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| ELIZABETH CERVANTES | VICE PRESIDENT & TREASURER | 2 | — |
| ANDY KANG | BOARD DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| NEENA HEMMADY | BOARD DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| IZABELA MILTKO-IVKOVITCH | BOARD DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| BOB REITER | BOARD DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| ITEDAL SHALABI | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| WILLIAM JARAMILLO | BOARD DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| LAWRENCE BENITO | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $207,940 |
| SANDRA HOYT | SR. DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 40 | $162,883 |
| BREANDAN MAGEE | SR. DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS | 40 | $166,735 |
| FRED TSAO | SENIOR POLICY COUNSEL | 40 | $105,719 |
| KIM SUH | FINANCE & ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR | 40 | $121,901 |
| DEMIAN KOGAN | ORG DIRECTOR | 1 | $106,459 |
| VERONICA CASTRO | DEPUTY DIRECTOR | 1 | $132,771 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
ICIRR has been actively engaged in advocacy and funding initiatives. The organization has called for increased funding for immigrant services and participates in collaborative funding efforts. The Illinois Immigration Funders Collaborative, in which ICIRR is involved, has awarded grants to support immigrant and refugee services, including a $450,000 grant distribution focused on helping immigrants and refugees feel safe, supported, and welcomed in Illinois communities.
Helping Immigrants and Refugees Feel Safe, Supported, and Welcomed: IllinoisSubject 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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