International Union of Operating Engineers 150
Labor organization representing members in a variety of industries including construction, construction material production, steel mill services/slag processing, landscaping and many others principally in Illinois, Indiana and Iowa. The organization attempts to organize workers eligible for membership in the union, to negotiate collective bargaining agreements, to settle grievances of members and to safeguard the economic welfare of members.
International Union of Operating Engineers 150 at a glance
In short: International Union of Operating Engineers 150 gave $89K across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $88,500
- +41.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- -16.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $17,700
- +69.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $135,741,178
- +7.3% 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 International Union of Operating Engineers 150 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Friends of Uncle Mike ($50K). Together the top 5 received $89K.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 33 grants of 36 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
How International Union of Operating Engineers 150 gives
- Giving fell 35% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $63K (2023) to $141K (2022). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $89K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Uncle Mike Countryside, IL | Donation | $50,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association Chicago, IL | Donation | $15,000 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL | Donation | $10,000 |
| Irish Fellowship Educational Western Springs, IL | Donation | $7,500 |
| Shannon Rovers Irish Pipe Band Chicago, IL | Donation | $6,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $135,741,178 | $59,965,271 | $49,119,592 | $88,500 | 5 | $1,099,990 |
| 2023 | $126,489,046 | $55,897,617 | $47,174,244 | $62,500 | 6 | $-292,530 |
| 2022 | $120,299,008 | $52,949,832 | $47,968,733 | $140,750 | 7 | $244,576 |
| 2021 | $120,458,084 | $50,201,834 | $44,621,790 | $135,800 | 8 | $199,408 |
| 2020 | $118,185,293 | $48,271,402 | $45,048,553 | $117,500 | 10 | $-76,244 |
About International Union of Operating Engineers 150
Based on IRS filings
International Union of Operating Engineers 150 is a public charity, based in Countryside, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $135.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 5 grants totaling $89K. Net investment income was $1.1M.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
International Union of Operating Engineers 150 is led by James Sweeney, President on every filing since 2020; all 27 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James Sweeney
President
On filings since 2020
60 hrs/week
$317K (2020) → $428K (2024)
Royce Madula
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$800 (2020) → $2K (2024)
Scott Watson
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $2K (2024)
Shannon Smothermon
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $2K (2024)
Bryan P. Diemer
Business Representative
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$180K (2020) → $205K (2024)
Chandler Helton
Executive Board
Auditor → Auditor & Executive Board, 2023
Auditor & Executive Board → Executive Board, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$2K (2020) → $14K (2024)
Dale Pierson
Attorney
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$245K (2020) → $268K (2024)
David Fagan
Financial Secretary
On filings since 2020
60 hrs/week
$259K (2020) → $328K (2024)
David Reda
Conductor
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$5K (2020) → $8K (2024)
Donald Schuck Jr.
Executive Board
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$7K (2020) → $9K (2024)
Eric Smith
Auditor
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$800 (2020) → $2K (2024)
Frank Fudala III
Auditor
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$800 (2020) → $2K (2024)
Jim Feely
Executive Board
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$7K (2020) → $9K (2024)
Marshall Douglas II
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
60 hrs/week
$240K (2020) → $288K (2024)
Michael Kresge
Rec Corresponding Secretary
Vice President → Rec Corresponding Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2020
60 hrs/week
$229K (2020) → $306K (2024)
Michael Watson
Executive Board
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$7K (2020) → $11K (2024)
Patrick Feeney
Guard
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$5K (2020) → $8K (2024)
Wayne Foss
Executive Board
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$7K (2020) → $12K (2024)
Jeffrey Horne
Vice President
On filings since 2021
60 hrs/week
$161K (2021) → $234K (2024)
Deanna Distasio
Business Representative
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$189K (2022) → $204K (2024)
Shannon Dewitt
Executive Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$4K (2022) → $14K (2024)
Zachary Gillengerten
Executive Board
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$4K (2022) → $13K (2024)
Charles Kiser
Attorney
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$192K (2023) → $200K (2024)
Melinda Burleson
Attorney
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$192K (2023) → $201K (2024)
Michael Feeney
Executive Board
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$5K (2023) → $14K (2024)
David L. Charnetsky
Auditor
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
$2K (2024)
Robert Roberson
Executive Board
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
$8K (2024)
Former officers (12)
- Former: Paul McGrath (2020–2023) — Executive Board
- Former: John Watson (2022–2023) — Executive Board
- Former: Robert Paszta (2023) — Attorney
- Former: Christopher Beran (2020–2022) — Executive Board
- Former: Darryl Vargo (2020–2022) — Executive Board
- Former: Ronald Schrader (2020–2022) — Executive Board
- Former: Stanley Simrayh (2020–2022) — Business Representative
- Former: Elizabeth A. Larose (2022) — Attorney
- Former: Elizabeth A. Larso (2020–2021) — Attorney
- Former: Steven Cisco (2020–2021) — Former Rec Correspond. Secretary
- Former: Allen Bingham (2021) — Business Representative
- Former: John M. Garza (2020) — Office Manager
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 $428K, to James Sweeney (President). 27 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about International Union of Operating Engineers 150
How much does International Union of Operating Engineers 150 give each year?
International Union of Operating Engineers 150 gave $89K across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $63K across 6 grants.
What is International Union of Operating Engineers 150's typical grant size?
International Union of Operating Engineers 150's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $17,700, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does International Union of Operating Engineers 150 give grants?
International Union of Operating Engineers 150 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 (3 grants).
Does International Union of Operating Engineers 150 give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on International Union of Operating Engineers 150's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donation" (5 grants).
Who are International Union of Operating Engineers 150's largest grantees?
International Union of Operating Engineers 150's largest 2024 grantees include Friends of Uncle Mike ($50,000), Muscular Dystrophy Association ($15,000) and Illinois Institute of Technology ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 85% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is International Union of Operating Engineers 150?
International Union of Operating Engineers 150 reported $135.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $60.0M.
What is International Union of Operating Engineers 150's EIN?
International Union of Operating Engineers 150's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-1581416. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 25, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 5, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 5, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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