Autism Society of Illinois
Accredited Charity
Meets Standards
Accredited Charity
Meets Standards
Standards Legend
- Meets Standards
- Standards Not Met
- Did Not Disclose
- Review In Progress
- Unable to Verify
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
Measuring Effectiveness
Finances
Fundraising & Info
Conclusion
Autism Society of Illinois meets the remaining 0 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Purpose
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State Incorporated
IL
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Stated Purpose
The Autism Society of Illinois exists to promote the general welfare of all individuals with Autism and related disorders and their families. It serves as a statewide resource to provide information and educational support related to the Autism spectrum.
Programs
In order to fulfill their mission, the following activities are on going:Educational conferences for the benefit of parents, caregivers, educators and others; Providing educational materials to the public to provide a better understanding of Autism ;Helping parents/caregivers understand opitons in education and living arrangements in Illinois; Providing Illinois Special Education Advocacy;Establishing family support groups;Providng a toll free hot line;Sponsoring events for individuals with Autism and/or their families to attend in an environement conducive to their varying needs;Soliciting and receiving donations to provide the activities lised previously
For the year ended December 31, 2013, Autism Society of Illinois program expenses were:
| Program Expenses | $204,443 |
Governance & Staff
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CEO
Mary Kay Betz, Executive Director
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Board Chair
Ann Rigby
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Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Ann L. Rigby, MSW, LCSW, BCN Director of the Neuroconnection
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Board Size
7
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Paid Staff Size
7
Fundraising
Fundraising costs were 8% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $397,489, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
Tax Status
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
Financial
The following information is based on Autism Society of Illinois 's Audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2013
Breakdown of Expenses
| Total Income | $470,015 |
| Total Expenses: | $289,433 |
| Program Expenses | $204,443 |
| Fundraising Expenses | $30,597 |
| Administrative Expenses | $54,393 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $180,582 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $72,548 |
| Ending Net Assets | $253,130 |
| Total Liabilities | $19,334 |
| Total Assets | $272,464 |
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