Illinois Network of Charter Schools
The Illinois Network of Charter Schools (INCS) advocates for the improvement of public education by leveraging the charter school model as a catalyst to transform lives and communities.
Illinois Network of Charter Schools at a glance
In short: Illinois Network of Charter Schools gave $1.7M across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $336K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,678,590
- +36.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- +66.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $335,718
- -18.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $247,617
- Total assets
- $9,706,310
- -2.3% 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.
Who Illinois Network of Charter Schools funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Chicago Collegiate Charter School ($688K). Together the top 5 received $1.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 5 grants of 14 (36%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $15K (2022) to $1.7M (2024). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $1.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Collegiate Charter School Chicago, IL | Charter schools program subgrants in support of school growth and expansion | $687,522 |
| Art in Motion Chicago, IL | Charter schools program subgrants in support of school growth and expansion | $519,074 |
| Concept Schools Inc Schaumburg, IL | Charter schools program subgrants in support of school growth and expansion | $247,617 |
| Intrinsic Schools Chicago, IL | Charter schools program subgrants in support of school growth and expansion | $121,082 |
| Great Lakes Academy Inc Chicago, IL | Charter schools program subgrants in support of school growth and expansion | $103,295 |
Ready to take the next step with Illinois Network of Charter Schools?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,706,310 | $5,600,717 | $4,906,190 | $1,678,590 | 5 | $264,218 |
| 2023 | $9,932,494 | $4,515,692 | $4,242,046 | $1,231,773 | 3 | $127,954 |
| 2022 | $7,305,088 | $2,776,622 | $2,908,145 | $15,000 | 2 | $32,045 |
| 2021 | $7,575,689 | $2,820,075 | $2,769,498 | — | — | $26,131 |
| 2020 | $7,778,050 | $3,225,168 | $2,822,090 | $165,000 | 4 | $65,682 |
| 2019 | $7,070,648 | $2,836,199 | $2,376,921 | $16,500 | 3 | $129,522 |
About Illinois Network of Charter Schools
Based on IRS filings
Illinois Network of Charter Schools is a public charity focused on Education, based in Chicago, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $9.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 5 grants totaling $1.7M. Net investment income was $264K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Illinois Network of Charter Schools is led by Andrew Broy, President on every filing since 2019; 5 of 16 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Andrew Broy
President
On filings since 2019
32.5 hrs/week
$283K (2019) → $358K (2024)
David Weinberg
Board Chair
Chairman → Board Chair, 2021
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Allison Jack
Director of Charter Growth & Support
Senior Director of Charter Growth & Support → Director of Charter Growth & Support, 2023
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$146K (2021) → $168K (2024)
Blondean Davis
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Darryl Cobb
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Chizewer
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Geoff Deigan
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim Frank
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Hajdukovic
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Will Burns
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Hughes
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jim Durkin
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jodie Cantrell
Chief of Public Affairs
Director of Communications → Chief of External Affairs, 2023
Chief of External Affairs → Chief of Public Affairs, 2024
On filings since 2021
34 hrs/week
$150K (2021) → $181K (2024)
Joyanna Smith
Chief Program Operations Officer
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$171K (2023) → $195K (2024)
Lori Turner
Chief of Political Affairs
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$115K (2024)
Bart Kocha
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Christian Feaman (2022–2023) — Director of District Advocacy
- Former: Paula Yates (2020–2022) — Director of External Partnerships
- Former: Tiffani Brown (2021–2022) — Director of Finance & Operations
- Former: Ariel Johnson (2019–2021) — Chief of Staff
- Former: John Rowe (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Carol Jack (2019–2020) — Director of Charter Growth & Support
- Former: Charles Newman (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: James Frank (2020) — Director
- Former: Richard Haglund (2019) — Chief of Operations
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 $358K, to Andrew Broy (President). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Illinois Network of Charter Schools
How much does Illinois Network of Charter Schools give each year?
Illinois Network of Charter Schools gave $1.7M across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.2M across 3 grants.
What is Illinois Network of Charter Schools's typical grant size?
Illinois Network of Charter Schools's median grant in 2024 was $247,617, and its average grant was $335,718, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Illinois Network of Charter Schools give grants?
Illinois Network of Charter Schools 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 (4 grants).
Does Illinois Network of Charter Schools give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on Illinois Network of Charter Schools's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Illinois Network of Charter Schools's largest grantees?
Illinois Network of Charter Schools's largest 2024 grantees include Chicago Collegiate Charter School ($687,522), Art in Motion ($519,074) and Concept Schools Inc ($247,617), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 87% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Illinois Network of Charter Schools?
Illinois Network of Charter Schools reported $9.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.6M.
What is Illinois Network of Charter Schools?
Illinois Network of Charter Schools is a public charity focused on Education, based in Chicago, IL. It holds $9.7M in total assets as of 2024.
What is Illinois Network of Charter Schools's EIN?
Illinois Network of Charter Schools's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 14-1862409. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS November 17, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Illinois Network of Charter Schools funds
Education Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Illinois Network of Charter Schools's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Robert R McCormick Foundation
Chicago, IL
The Robert R. McCormick Foundation funds early childhood education, journalism and government accountability, support for service members and veterans, and community development, with much of its local work focused on Chicago’s South and West Sides, especially Englewood and Little Village. Its 2024 median grant was $50,000, though awards varied widely; funding is by invitation only, and it does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.8B
Grants
255
Total Given
$106.1M
The Chicago Community Trust
Chicago, IL
The Chicago Community Trust funds eligible nonprofits working to narrow the wealth gap and meet urgent needs, with priorities including economic mobility, education, jobs, homeownership, and community development in metropolitan Chicago and Cook County. Its 2025 grants had a median of $26,500, though amounts varied widely; the profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$7.1B
Grants
4,316
Total Given
$1.2B
The Bluhm Family Foundation
Chicago, IL
The Bluhm Family Foundation’s grants have supported organizations working in healthcare, arts and culture, education, community service, and Jewish causes, with the largest shares going to Illinois and Washington, DC. In 2024, grants ranged from $1,000 to $4.5 million, with a median of $25,000. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$13.4M
Grants
59
Total Given
$13.0M
Invest for Kids Inc
Chicago, IL
Invest for Kids supports Chicago-area nonprofits serving young people in low-income circumstances, with grants focused on education, mentoring, enrichment, health, and social services. Its typical grant is about $200,000, and applicants must apply through its grant process; the 2026 cycle is closed, with no future-cycle details stated.
Assets
$719K
Grants
13
Total Given
$1.7M
Frank Family Foundation
Deerfield, IL
The Frank Family Foundation supports schools, youth-serving nonprofits, colleges, and civic and community organizations, with most 2024 grant dollars going to Illinois and 14% to New Hampshire. Its 88 grants ranged from $500 to $13.6 million, with a median of $25,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$117.9M
Grants
88
Total Given
$34.9M
Good Heart Work Smart Foundation
Oak Park, IL
The foundation supports a range of charitable organizations, including those focused on mental health, youth, education, domestic-violence services, hunger relief, and disability services. In 2024, it made 97 grants totaling about $1.76 million, with a median grant of $4,000; most funding went to Illinois, with some to California. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$2.8M
Grants
97
Total Given
$1.8M
More similar funders
More Funders in Illinois
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Illinois Network of Charter Schools's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Illinois Network of Charter Schools down — hundreds of funders to go?