THE ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSE IS TO BUILD, SUPPORT AND MAINTAIN INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE PROVISION OF HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS TO CERTAIN AREAS LOCATED IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, AND TO PROVIDE HIGH SPEED INTERNET SERVICES TO CERTAIN GOVERNMENTAL AND NOT-FOR-PROFIT ENTITIES AND MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
-100.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$37.8M
Grant Count
4
Avg Grant Size
$9.5M
About Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp
Based on IRS filings
Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp is a nonprofit organization focused on Public, Societal Benefit, based in SYCAMORE, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. In 2024, it awarded 4 grants totaling $37.8M. Net investment income was $6.9M.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $32,387,842 | $36,196,890 |
| Revenue | $8,350,377 | $3,111,292 | $2,811,224 |
| Expenses | $40,851,932 | $7,204,538 | $6,230,475 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $6,921,538 | $3,278 | $197 |
| 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 4 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Northern Illinois University ($9,451,424), Blackhawk Hills Resource Conservation and Development ($9,451,424), City of Rockford ($9,451,424).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL | GENERAL SUPPORT | $9,451,424 |
| Blackhawk Hills Resource Conservation and Development Dixon, IL | GENERAL SUPPORT | $9,451,424 |
| City of Rockford Rockford, IL | GENERAL SUPPORT | $9,451,424 |
| LaSalle County Ottawa, IL | GENERAL SUPPORT | $9,451,424 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERIC HAAN | DIRECTOR/CHAIR | 0.5 | — |
| KEVIN LINDEMAN | DIRECTOR/VICE CHAIR | 0.5 | — |
| CATHERINE SQUIRES | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| JOHN HAAG | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| MATTHEW STREB | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| SAMUEL NEWTON | DIRECTOR/TREASURER | 0.5 | — |
| TODD CAGNONI | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| TODD HUGHES | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| MATTHEW PARKS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 10 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp?
Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp is a nonprofit organization focused on Public, Societal Benefit, based in SYCAMORE, IL. It holds — in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp operate?
Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp has awarded grants in Illinois.
What size grants does Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp award?
In 2024, Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp awarded 4 grants totaling $37.8M — an average of about $9.5M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp's EIN?
Illinois Fiber Resources Group Nfp's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-4791791. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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