Form990
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

MediumBullet The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
A For the calendar year, or tax year beginning 01-01-2010 and ending 12-31-2010
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1007 CHURCH STREET NO 108
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
EVANSTON, IL60201
D Employer identification number

36-3466802
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 3,406,945
F Name and address of principal officer:
SARA L SCHASTOK
1007 CHURCH STREET NO 108
EVANSTON,IL60201
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
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Website:MediumBullet
WWW.EVANSTONFOREVER.ORG
H(a)
Is this a group return for
affiliates?
H(b)
Are all affiliates included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1986
M State of legal domicile: IL
Part I
Summary
Activities  & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: HELPING EVANSTON THRIVE NOW AND FOREVER AS A VIBRANT, INCLUSIVE, AND JUST COMMUNITY, THE EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BUILDS, CONNECTS, AND DISTRIBUTES RESOURCES AND KNOWLEDGE THROUGH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD.
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) .... 3 21
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) .... 4 21
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2010 (Part V, line 2a) ... 5 8
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) .... 6 135
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 .. 7a 0
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 .. 7b 0
Revenues; Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 1,651,234 2,355,364
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 66,450 73,735
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 177,524 327,600
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 5,497 7,289
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 1,900,705 2,763,988
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 1,004,683 1,134,281
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) .... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 502,668 547,131
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e).... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet121,247    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24f).... 487,715 301,761
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 1,995,066 1,983,173
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12...... -94,361 780,815
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............ 11,151,849 14,206,724
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............ 371,057 1,580,793
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 ..... 10,780,792 12,625,931
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III . . . . . . . . . .
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: HELPING EVANSTON THRIVE NOW AND FOREVER AS A VIBRANT, INCLUSIVE, AND JUST COMMUNITY, THE EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BUILDS, CONNECTS, AND DISTRIBUTES RESOURCES AND KNOWLEDGE THROUGH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD.THE FOUNDATION * BUILDS ENDOWMENTS FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES * FOSTERS PRIVATE PHILANTHROPY * FOCUSES THE IMPACT OF COLLECTIVE GIVING * FINDS SOLUTIONS TO COMMUNITY CHALLENGES * ALLOCATES GRANTS * PROVIDES LEADERSHIP TRAININGTHE FOUNDATION STRENGTHENS THE COMMUNITY'S NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVES ITS DONORS THROUGH INNOVATIVE GRANTMAKING AND PARTNERSHIPS WITH OTHER PHILANTHROPIC ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS. THE FOUNDATION EVALUATES THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ITS GRANTMAKING THROUGH PERIODIC INTERACTIONS WITH GRANTEES.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ....................
If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ..........................
If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the exempt purpose achievements for each of the organization’s three largest program services by expenses.
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 959,863 including grants of $ 416,689 ) (Revenue $   )
THE FOUNDATION'S ENDOWED FUNDS, TOGETHER WITH CURRENT GIFTS FROM PHILANTHROPIC PARTNERS, SUPPORTED GRANTS TO MORE THAN 80 ORGANIZATIONS IN 2010. THE FOUNDATION RAISED MORE THAN $600,000 IN GIFTS TO ITS ENDOWED FUNDS IN 2010 THAT WILL GENERATE FUNDING FOR FUTURE PROGRAM INITIATIVES AND GRANTS.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 587,582 including grants of $ 329,295 ) (Revenue $ 73,735 )
THE ILLINOIS EARLY CHILDHOOD FELLOWSHIP IS AN INITIATIVE DEVELOPED IN 2008 BY A CONSORTIUM OF SIX CHICAGO AREA FUNDERS TO BUILD LEADERSHIP CAPACITY IN THE FIELD OF EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION. THE FOUNDATION SERVES AS THE FISCAL SPONSOR FOR THE INITIATIVE.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 173,410 including grants of $ 130,010 ) (Revenue $   )
THE FOUNDATION'S COMMUNITYWORKS INITIATIVE, "EVERY CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN, EVERY YOUTH READY FOR WORK" IS THE FOUNDATION'S LARGEST PROGRAM. 2010 WAS THE FOURTH FULL YEAR OF THE PROGRAM WHICH FOCUSES ON HOME VISITING AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES FOR HIGH RISK FAMILIES OF CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 3, AS A FIRST STEP TOWARD KINDERGARTEN READINESS. IN 2010, THE FOUNDATION BUILT UPON ITS 2009 EXAMINATION OF ACCESS TO JOBS AND TRAINING AVAILABLE TO YOUTH WHO DO NOT ATTEND COLLEGE, EXPANDING ITS WORK ON THE 'EVERY YOUTH READY FOR WORK' COMPONENT OF THE COMMUNITYWORKS INITIATIVE.
4d Other program services. (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet$ 1,720,855
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule AClick to see attachment.....................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? Click to see attachment........
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part II
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4
 
No
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part III........................
5
 
 
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts where donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete
Schedule D, Part I
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6
Yes
 
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment
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7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment....................
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule D, Part IV
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9
Yes
 
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in term, permanent,or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is ‘Yes,’ then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable:
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line10? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII.Click to see attachment
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII.Click to see attachment
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IX.Click to see attachment
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.Click to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.Click to see attachment
11f
 
No
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII Click to see attachment
12a
Yes
 
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered ‘No’ to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, and program service activities outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part I.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part II..
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part III..
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000, of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part I
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II..........
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospitals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H.....
20a
 
No
b
Did the organization attach its audited financial statement to this return? Note: All Form 990 filers that operate one or more hospitals must attach audited financial statements. .....
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.. Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III..... Click to see attachment
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, questions 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J................
23
 
No
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer questions 24b–24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?
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24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I......
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I................
25b
 
No
26
Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II
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26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor, or a grant selection committee member, or to a person related to such an individual? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III...............
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties? (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV .........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV
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28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV..
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule MClick to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............ Click to see attachment
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I
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31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II.......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Parts II, III, IV, and V, line 1.....................
34
 
No
35
Is any related organization a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? .....
35
 
No
a
Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...........
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable. .......
1a
18
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable.
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
 
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return .....................
2a
8
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?

Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file. (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.............................
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....
3b
 
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account or securities account)?.......................
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If “Yes” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ........
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible?..........
6a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?..........................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?...................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?...............
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?................
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?.........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note.
All 501(c)(29) organizations must list in Schedule O each state in which they are licensed to issue qualified health plans, the amount of reserves required by each state, and the amount of reserves the organization allocated to each state.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans.
13b
 
c
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves on hand.
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
 
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ..............
1a
21
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent .................
1b
21
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? ..
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed?
4
Yes
 
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Does the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Does the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who may elect one or more members of the governing body? .........................
7a
 
No
b
Are any decisions of the governing body subject to approval by members, stockholders, or other persons? ..
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .....
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal
Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Does the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” does the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with those of the organization? ....
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review the Form 990. .....
12a
Does the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Are officers, directors or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ...........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Does the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this is done ....................
12c
Yes
 
13
Does the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Does the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line a or b, describe the process in Schedule O. (See instructions.)
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has the organization adopted a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and taken steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
IL
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you make these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: MediumBullet
JAN FISCHER
1007 CHURCH STREET SUITE 108
EVANSTON,IL60201
(847) 492-0990
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation, and current key employees. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organizations compensated any current or former officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title
(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O)
(C)
Position (check all that apply)
(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC)
(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(1) JUDY AIELLO
SECRETARY
2.00 X   X       0 0 0
(2) LONNIE BAREFIELD
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(3) MIKE BRODY
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(4) JULIE CAPTAIN
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(5) JULIE CHERNOFF
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(6) DIANA COHEN
GRANT CO-CHAIR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(7) MARVIN COHEN
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(8) MARY FINNEGAN
DIRECTOR, VICE CHAIR
2.00 X   X       0 0 0
(9) KENDAL GLADISH
PAST CHAIR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(10) JOAN GUNZBERG
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(11) BURGIE HOWARD
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(12) JUDY KEMP
DIRECTOR & CHAIR
2.00 X   X       0 0 0
(13) LUCILE KRASNOW
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(14) BILL LOGAN
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(15) JOHN MCCARTHY
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(16) KEVIN MOTT
TREASURER
2.00 X   X       0 0 0
(17) DICK PEACH
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title
(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O)
(C)
Position (check all that apply)
(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC)
(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(18) KIM PERUTZ
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(19) PENELOPE SACHS
VICE CHAIR
2.00 X   X       0 0 0
(20) SHABNUM SANGHVI
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(21) RONNA STAMM
DIRECTOR
2.00 X           0 0 0
(22) SARA SCHASTOK
PRESIDENT & CEO
40.00     X   X   113,370 0 23,741
















1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 113,370 0 23,741
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet1
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual .............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
 
No
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person .....
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization.
(A)
Name and business address
(B)
Description of services
(C)
Compensation
ALICE COTTINGHAM & ASSOCIATES
513 LYMAN AVE
OAK PARK,IL60304
IL EARLY CHILDHOOD FELLOWSHIP PROJECT 101,839
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization MediumBullet1
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Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
(A)
Total revenue
(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue
(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue
(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512, 513, or 514
Contributions, gifts, grants and other similar amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues....1b  
c Fundraising events....1c 50,721
d Related organizations...1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e  
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above
1f
2,304,643
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$ 135,769
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 2,355,364
 Program Service Revenue Business Code
2a FISCAL SPONSORSHIP FEE 561,000 38,933 38,933    
b TUITION AND FEES 561,000 34,802 34,802    
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue .        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 73,735
 Other Revenue 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest
and other similar amounts).....MediumBullet 339,563     339,563
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet        
5 Royalties............MediumBullet        
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross Rents    
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss)    
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet        
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 609,471  
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 621,434  
c Gain or (loss) -11,963  
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet -11,963     -11,963
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$ 50,721
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ...
a 28,812
b Less: direct expenses ...b 21,523
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 7,289   7,289
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet        
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a            
b            
c            
d All other revenue ....        
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......MediumBullet  
12 Total revenue. See Instructions....MediumBullet 2,763,988 73,735 0 334,889
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D).
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.
(A)
Total expenses
(B)
Program service expenses
(C)
Management and general expenses
(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the U.S. See Part IV, line 21 1,134,281 1,134,281
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the U.S. See Part IV, line 22    
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the U.S. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16    
4 Benefits paid to or for members    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 125,600 106,760 12,560 6,280
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ....        
7 Other salaries and wages 297,115 196,287 62,264 38,564
8 Pension plan contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions) ....        
9 Other employee benefits ....... 94,730 64,658 20,302 9,770
10 Payroll taxes ........... 29,686 21,219 5,313 3,154
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 43,533 34,521 7,794 1,218
b Legal ......... 638 319 319  
c Accounting ........... 17,500 13,125 4,375  
d Lobbying ...........        
e Professional fundraising. See Part IV, line 17..    
f Investment management fees ...... 7,102 7,102    
g Other ..........        
12 Advertising and promotion ....        
13 Office expenses ....... 58,512 14,840 15,919 27,753
14 Information technology ......        
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 55,890 46,029 5,709 4,152
17 Travel ............        
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 15,261 15,250   11
20 Interest ...........        
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 6,564 4,782 1,032 750
23 Insurance .............. 1,007 606 306 95
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (Expenses grouped together and labeled miscellaneous may not exceed 5% of total expenses shown on line 25 below.)
a ANNUAL REPORT & NEWSLET 47,718 40,142   7,576
b COMMUNICATIONS 28,410 8,183 1,253 18,974
c STAFF AND BOARD EXPENSE 14,767 9,337 3,085 2,345
d DUES AND SUBSCRIPTIONS 4,859 3,414 840 605
e
f All other expenses        
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24f 1,983,173 1,720,855 141,071 121,247
26 Joint costs. Check here MediumBullet if following
SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation
       
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 11
Part X Balance Sheet
(A)
Beginning of year
(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing .......... 43,106 1 52,061
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ....... 850,133 2 1,050,598
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ......... 147,612 3 160,409
4 Accounts receivable, net ......... 14,999 4 17,767
5 Receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   5  
6 Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B). Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net .............   7  
8 Inventories for sale or use ..............   8  
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ............ 8,302 9 8,302
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 108,336
b Less: accumulated depreciation. ..... 10b 97,896 13,405 10c 10,440
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 10,004,292 11 12,907,147
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ...... 70,000 12  
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13  
14 Intangible assets .........   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........   15  
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 11,151,849 16 14,206,724
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses . 43,047 17 55,850
18 Grants payable .......... 29,152 18 25,335
19 Deferred revenue .......... 10,800 19 14,070
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ..........   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D.. 263,667 21 1,463,147
22 Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key
employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24  
25 Other liabilities. Complete Part X of Schedule D..... 24,391 25 22,391
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25..... 371,057 26 1,580,793
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets ..... 4,139,176 27 5,266,727
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ..... 6,612,424 28 7,330,012
29 Permanently restricted net assets ..... 29,192 29 29,192
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ..... 10,780,792 33 12,625,931
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ..... 11,151,849 34 14,206,724
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . .
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) . . .
1
2,763,988
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) . . . . .
2
1,983,173
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . . . .
3
780,815
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) . .
4
10,780,792
5
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . .
5
1,064,324
6
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B)) . . . . . .
6
12,625,931
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?..
2a
 
No
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?........
2b
Yes
 
c
If “Yes,” to 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
...........................
2c
Yes
 
d
If “Yes” to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? ................
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits. ..
3b
 
 
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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) a family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
(i)
Name of supported organization
(ii)
EIN
(iii)
Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))
(iv)
Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?
(v)
Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?
(vi)
Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?
(vii)
Amount of support?
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total                  

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... 1,433,090 1,436,592 5,606,498 1,651,234 2,355,364 12,482,778
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3.. 1,433,090 1,436,592 5,606,498 1,651,234 2,355,364 12,482,778
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..            
6 Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.           12,482,778
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 1,433,090 1,436,592 5,606,498 1,651,234 2,355,364 12,482,778
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 323,928 522,942 400,307 177,524 339,563 1,764,264
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets..            
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).           14,247,042
12
12
257,778
13
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
87.620 %
15
15
87.650 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)            
13 Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part IV
Supplemental Information. Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
 
 
 
 
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or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Name of organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
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Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule—
Special Rules
......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
Caution. An Organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990, or check the box in the heading of its
Form 990-EZ, or on line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
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Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part I
Name of organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Part I
Contributors (see Instructions)
     
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

     
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED  
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTED   RESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Aggregate contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part II
Name of organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Part II
Noncash Property (see Instructions)
     
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions)
(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part III
Name of organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
aggregating more than $1,000 for the year. (Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.)
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet $  
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I
(b)
Purpose of gift
(c)
Use of gift
(d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year ....... 12  
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ... 335,775  
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) ... 141,835  
4 Aggregate value at end of year ....... 1,062,612  
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds may be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit. ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a–2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06 ........ 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the taxable year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section
170(h)(4)(B)(i) and 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? ....................................
9
In Part XIV, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education or research in furtherance of public service,
provide, in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art,
historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service,
provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990
Cat. No. 52283D
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s accession and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection
items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIV.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIV.
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current Year (b)Prior Year (c)Two Years Back (d)Three Years Back (e)Four Years Back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 9,811,606 9,261,765 7,140,294
b Contributions ........ 667,555 120,603 4,904,571
c Investment earnings or losses ... 1,170,945 1,764,949 -1,842,641
d Grants or scholarships .....   767,740 732,851
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........
393,367 456,434 125,352
f Administrative expenses ....   111,537 82,256
g End of year balance ...... 11,256,739 9,811,606 9,261,765
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the year end balance held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment: SchDMd Bullet37.530 %
b
Permanent endowment: SchDMd Bullet0.260 %
c
Term endowment: SchDMd Bullet62.210 %
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Investments—Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of investment (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .................      
b Buildings ................        
c Leasehold improvements ............        
d Equipment ................   97,511 87,071 10,440
e Other .................   10,825 10,825 0
Total. Add lines 1a-1e. (Column (d) should equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)........SchDMdBullet 10,440
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)
(b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
Other








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment type (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of Liability (b) Amount
Federal Income Taxes  
CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITIES PAYABLE 22,391








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 22,391
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIV, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC740).
Schedule D (Form 990) 2010

Schedule D (Form 990) 2010
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Part XI Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Financial Statements
1 Total revenue (Form 990, Part VIII, column (A), line 12) .................... 1 2,763,988
2 Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) ..................... 2 1,983,173
3 Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ............. 3 780,815
4 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .......................... 4 1,218,146
5 Donated services and use of facilities ............................. 5  
6 Investment expenses ................................... 6  
7 Prior period adjustments .................................. 7  
8 Other (Describe in Part XIV) ................................. 8 -153,822
9 Total adjustments (net). Add lines 4 - 8 ............................. 9 1,064,324
10 Excess or (deficit) for the year per financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 ......... 10 1,845,139
Part XII Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 3,828,312
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a 1,218,146
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d -153,822
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 1,064,324
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 2,763,988
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 0
5 Total Revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 2,763,988
Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ............. 1 1,983,173
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 0
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 1,983,173
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 0
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 1,983,173
Part XIV
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XIII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
  PART IV, LINE 2B: FUNDS HELD AS AGENCY ENDOWMENTS REPRESENT ASSETS OF OTHER NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS THAT HAVE BEEN CONVEYED TO THE FOUNDATION TO ESTABLISH FUNDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ORGANIZATIONS. THE ASSETS BECOME A PART OF THE FOUNDATION'S INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO, AND RECEIVE AN ALLOCATION OF INVESTMENT RETURNS, AS WELL AS INVESTMENT AND ACCOUNTING EXPENSES. THESE FUNDS ARE ALSO ASSESSED AN ADMINISTRATIVE FEE. THE FOUNDATION MAY RECEIVE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THESE FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC, AND THE ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVE PERIODIC DISTRIBUTIONS FROM THE FUNDS.
DESCRIPTION OF INTENDED USE OF ENDOWMENT FUNDS: PART V, LINE 4: EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BUILDS ENDOWMENTS THAT SUPPORT ITS GRANTMAKING AND PROGRAM INITIATIVES, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND RELATED ACTIVITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PEOPLE OF EVANSTON, ILLINOIS AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES, NOW AND IN THE FUTURE. PERMANENT ENDOWMENTS HAVE BEEN DESIGNATED BY DONORS TO GROW IN PERPETUITY WHILE GENERATING ANNUAL SPENDING ALLOWANCES TO SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS, GRANTMAKING, AND PROGRAMS OF THE FOUNDATION AND DESIGNATED ORGANIZATIONS. BOARD-DESIGNATED ENDOWMENT FUNDS HAVE BEEN EARMARKED BY THE BOARD TO GROW IN PERPETUITY WHILE GENERATING ANNUAL SPENDING ALLOWANCES TO SUPPORT FOUNDATION OPERATIONS, GRANTMAKING AND PROGRAMS.
PART XI, LINE 8 - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:   NET INVESTMENT INCOME ALLOCATED TO FUNDS HELD AS AGENCY ENDOWMENTS
PART XII, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:   NET INVESTMENT INCOME ALLOCATED TO FUNDS HELD AS AGENCY ENDOWMENTS -153,822.
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SCHEDULE G
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19,
or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If “Yes,” list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization. Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this table.
(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser)
(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity
(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i)
(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
Total .................right arrow      
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit funds or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
(a) Event #1

CELEBRATE EVANSTON
(event type)
(b) Event #2

 
(event type)
(c) Other Events

 
(total number)
(d) Total Events
(Add col. (a) through col. (c))
VerticalRevenue 1 Gross receipts . . . 79,533     79,533
2 Less: Charitable
contributions . . .
50,721     50,721
3 Gross income (line 1
minus line 2) . . .
28,812     28,812
VerticalDirectExpenses 4 Cash prizes . . .        
5 Non-cash prizes . .        
6 Rent/facility costs . .        
7 Food and beverages . . 9,089     9,089
8 Entertainment . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . 12,434     12,434
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ........... right arrow 21,523
11 Net income summary. Combine lines 3 and 10 in column (d)............ right arrow 7,289
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue (a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo
(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (Add col. (a) through col. (c))
1 Gross revenue . . . .        
VerticalDirectExpenses 2 Cash prizes . . . .        
3 Non-cash prizes . . .        
4 Rent/facility costs . . .        
5 Other direct expenses . .        
6 Volunteer labor . . .
 
 
 
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow  
8 Net gaming income summary. Combine lines 1 and 7 in column (d) .......... right arrow  
9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states? ............
b
If "No," Explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....
b
If "Yes," Explain:
 
11
Does the organization operate gaming activities with nonmembers? .................
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? ...........................
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in:
a
The organization's facility ......................
13a
 
b
An outside facility ........................
13b
 
14
Provide the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? ......................................
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? ............................
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to quuestion on Schedule G (see instructions.)
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number
36-3466802
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21 for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Use
Part IV and Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed
......................... lBullet
(a) Name and address of organization
or government
(b) EIN (c) IRC Code section
if applicable
(d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance
(f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)
(g) Description of
non-cash assistance
(h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) EVANSTON SKOKIE SCHOOL DISTRICT 651500 MCDANIEL AVENUE
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-6007570   40,700       EVERY CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN INITIATIVE INCLUDING PARENTS AS TEACHERS PROGRAM AND MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTANCY
(2) SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY SOCIETY OF FELLOWS OFFICE OF GIVING PROGRAMS820 COMSTOCK AVENUE SUITE 100
SYRACUSE,NY13244
15-0532081 501(C)(3) 10,000       LC SMITH COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
(3) THE FAMILY ROOM3009 CENTRAL STREET
EVANSTON,IL60201
16-1649901 501(C)(3) 3,000       EVERY CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN INITIATIVE AND CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECTS
(4) POSITIVE PARENTING DUPAGE105 S VILLA AVE
VILLA PARK,IL60181
20-3152418 501(C)(3) 84,765       ILLINOIS EARLY CHILDHOOD FELLOWSHIP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEADERS IN THE FIELD OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
(5) PERCOLATOR FILMSPO BOX 5572
EVANSTON,IL60204
26-3741372 501(C)(3) 10,000       ROOT2FRUIT 2010
(6) INFANT WELFARE SOCIETY OF EVANSTON2200 MAIN STREET
EVANSTON,IL60202
36-2167753 501(C)(3) 78,510       EVERY CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN INITIATIVE AND ENGAGING FAMILIES: PARENTAL EDUCATION AND PARENT-CHILD PLAY GROUPS PROGRAM
(7) EVANSTON COALITION FOR LATINO RESOURCESPO BOX 466
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-2167940 501(C)(3) 10,000       CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECTS
(8) YWCA EVANSTONNORTH SHORE1215 CHURCH STREET
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-2193618 501(C)(3) 15,000       COMMUNITY-BASED COUNSELING, COURT-BASED LEGAL ADVOCACY, AND CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAMS
(9) NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER161 NORTHFIELD ROAD
WINNETKA,IL60093
36-2366074 501(C)(3) 1,250       GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN AND LOW VISION SUPPORT PROGRAMS
(10) ROGER BALDWIN FOUNDATION OF ACLU180 NORTH MICHIGAN AVENUE SUITE
2300
CHICAGO,IL60601
36-2682569 501(C)(3) 5,000       GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
(11) ILLINOIS ACTION FOR CHILDREN4753 BROADWAY SUITE 1200
CHICAGO,IL60640
36-2712912 501(C)(3) 84,765       ILLINOIS EARLY CHILDHOOD FELLOWSHIP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEADERS IN THE FIELD OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
(12) YOU (YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS UMBRELLA)1027 SHERMAN AVENUE
EVANSTON,IL60202
36-2734966 501(C)(3) 2,500       REINFORCING TEEN REACH PROJECT AND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
(13) TRILOGY INC1400 W GREENLEAF
CHICAGO,IL60626
36-2795409 501(C)(3) 2,500       EVANSTON OUTREACH SERVICES
(14) THE HARBOUR1440 RENAISSANCE DRIVE SUITE 240
PARK RIDGE,IL60068
36-2827480 501(C)(3) 5,000       TRANSITIONAL LIVING PROGRAM
(15) PEER SERVICES INC906 DAVIS STREET
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-2848969 501(C)(3) 5,000       ENHANCING OPTIONS THROUGH EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES PROGRAM AND CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECTS
(16) SERVICES FOR ADULTS STAYING IN THEIR HOMES (SASI)1123 EMERSON 200
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-2852651 501(C)(3) 10,000       CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECTS
(17) FAMILY FOCUS - EVANSTON2010 DEWEY AVENUE
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-2884042 501(C)(3) 10,000       HEALTHY TOGETHER AND PREGNANT AND PARENTING TEENS PROGRAMS
(18) NEXT THEATRE CO927 NOYES STREET SUITE 108
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-3158530 501(C)(3) 8,000       EVANSTON'S NEXT GENERATION YOUTH PROGRAM AND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
(19) INTERFAITH ACTION OF EVANSTONPO BOX 1414
EVANSTON,IL60204
36-3169298 501(C)(3) 7,900       EMPLOYMENT READINESS PROGRAM AND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
(20) JAMES B MORAN CENTER FOR YOUTH ADVOCACY1123 EMERSON SUITE 203
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-3180725 501(C)(3) 10,000       ALL CLEAR EVANSTON PROGRAM
(21) OUNCE OF PREVENTION33 W MONROE SUITE 2400
CHICAGO,IL60603
36-3186328 501(C)(3) 84,765       ILLINOIS EARLY CHILDHOOD FELLOWSHIP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEADERS IN THE FIELD OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
(22) YOUTH JOB CENTER OF EVANSTON1114 CHURCH ST
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-3252809 501(C)(3) 7,500       EMPLOYER OUTREACH INITIATIVE
(23) ACCESS COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK222 NORTH CANAL STREET
CHICAGO,IL60606
36-3317058 501(C)(3) 8,200       EVANSTON OUTREACH CAMPAIGN AT ST. FRANCIS HEALTH CENTER
(24) CONNECTIONS2010 DEWEY 3RD FLOOR
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-3346917 501(C)(3) 7,500       COLLABORATION WITH HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES DEVELOPMENT CORP AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
(25) EVANSTON FESTIVAL THEATRE INC600 MAIN STREET
EVANSTON,IL60202
36-3363432 501(C)(3) 10,000       CAPACITY BUILDING PROJECTS AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY/LIGHTING UPGRADES
(26) MIDTOWN EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION718 SOUTH LOOMIS STREET
CHICAGO,IL60607
36-3417278 501(C)(3) 10,000       EDUCATIONAL AWARDS FOR CHICAGO URBAN YOUTH
(27) LATINO POLICY FORUM20 E JACKSON SUITE 1550
CHICAGO,IL60604
36-3676873 501(C)(3) 75,000       ILLINOIS EARLY CHILDHOOD FELLOWSHIP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF LEADERS IN THE FIELD OF EARLY CHILDHOOD
(28) OPEN STUDIO PROJECT903 SHERMAN AVENUE
EVANSTON,IL60202
36-3894275 501(C)(3) 5,000       [RE]CREATION: A PROGRAM FOR ALL OUR SONS
(29) HAVE DREAMS515 BUSSE HIGHWAY SUITE 150
PARK RIDGE,IL60068
36-4078008 501(C)(3) 8,000       AUTISM RESOURCE OUTREACH INITIATIVE
(30) CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT FUTURES743 MAIN STREET
EVANSTON,IL60202
36-4492994 501(C)(3) 15,000       FULL LIFE FUTURES PROGRAM AT EVANSTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL
(31) ETHS DISTRICT 2021600 DODGE AVENUE
EVANSTON,IL60204
36-6004393   6,100       EDIBLE ACRE PILOT PROJECT
(32) EVANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY1703 ORRINGTON AVE
EVANSTON,IL60201
36-6005870 501(C)(3) 9,700       TEACHERS LEARNING TOGETHER PROGRAM AND EVERY CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN INITIATIVE
(33) LEELANAU CONSERVANCY105 NORTH MAIN STREET
LELAND,MI49654
38-2710855 501(C)(3) 10,000       OPERATIONS SUPPORT, DUNES PRESERVATIONS AND FARMLANDPPROTECTION
(34) LIFT-EVANSTON1932 DEWEY AVENUE
EVANSTON,IL60201
52-2168409 501(C)(3) 10,000       CREATION OF AN OPEN SOURCE HOUSING WEBSITE
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Schedule I (Form 990) 2010
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Use Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients
(c)Amount of
cash grant
(d)Amount of
non-cash assistance
(e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)
(f)Description of non-cash assistance













Part IV
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
PROCEDURE FOR MONITORING GRANTS IN THE U.S.: PART I, LINE 2: SCHEDULE I, PART I, LINE 2: IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A GRANT, AN APPLICANT MUST BE A 501(C)3 OR OTHER ORGANIZATION QUALIFIED TO RECEIVE GIFT/GRANTS OR MUST HAVE A FISCAL SPONSOR; CURRENT TAX-EXEMPT STATUS IS VERIFIED USING THE GUIDESTAR CHARITY CHECK SERVICE. BEFORE GRANT MONIES ARE DISTRIBUTED, ALL GRANTEES SIGN A GRANT AGREEMENT THAT SPECIFIES HOW THE GRANT FUNDS ARE TO BE USED AND WHEN THE GRANTEE IS REQUIRED TO REPORT ON PROJECT STATUS. GRANTS ARE PAID IN TWO INSTALLMENTS. THE FIRST INSTALLMENT IS ISSUED UPON THE FOUNDATION'S RECEIPT OF THE SIGNED GRANT AGREEMENT; THE SECOND/FINAL GRANT INSTALLMENT IS RELEASED AFTER THE FOUNDATION HAS RECEIVED AN INTERIM REPORT FROM THE GRANTEE AND HAS DETERMINED THE PROJECT FUNDED BY THE GRANT IS PROGRESSING IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE GRANT AGREEMENT. AS A CONDITION OF RECEIVING THE FIRST INSTALLMENT, GRANTEES AGREE TO CONTACT THE FOUNDATION IF CIRCUMSTANCES ENCOUNTERED IN IMPLEMENTING THE GRANT PROJECT WILL AFFECT THEIR ABILITY TO USE THE GRANT FUNDS AND/OR EXECUTE THE GRANT PROJECT AS STIPULATED IN THE GRANT AGREEMENT. THE FOUNDATION CONDUCTS SITE VISITS FOR EVERY GRANT PROJECT, TO CONFIRM GRANT FUNDS ARE BEING SPENT AS INTENDED AND TO ASSESS PROGRESS TOWARD OBJECTIVES. DONOR ADVISED FUND GRANTS - GRANTS FROM A DONOR ADVISED FUND MAY BE APPROVED AND ISSUED IF THE FOUNDATION DETERMINES THAT ALL THREE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN MET: (1) THE PROPOSED RECIPIENT ORGANIZATION IS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION AND IS NOT A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION UNDER IRS CODE SECTION 509(A)(3); GUIDESTAR CHARITY CHECK SERVICE IS USED TO VERIFY CURRENT EXEMPT STATUS. (2) NO PART OF THE DISTRIBUTION WILL INURE TO THE BENEFIT OF THE DONOR. (3) THE DISTRIBUTION IS CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSES OF THE FOUNDATION.
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SCHEDULE M
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Department of the Treasury
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NonCash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable
(b)
Number of Contributions or items contributed
(c)
Contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g
(d)
Method of determining
contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods .......
     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded . X 6 135,769 AVERAGE MARKET VALUE
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests ....
       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures .....
       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ...
       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image( )
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement
...
29
 
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1-28 that it
must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
 
No
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell non-cash
contributions? ............................
32a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report revenues in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Schedule M (Form 990) 2010
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Part II
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b,
32b, and 33. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
THIRD PARTY USE: PART I, LINE 32B: GIFTS OF STOCK ARE SOLD THROUGH THE ORGANIZATIONS' INVESTMENT CUSTODIAN.
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
 
Employer identification number

36-3466802
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 4   BYLAWS WERE REVISED TO ALLOW THOSE BOARD MEMBERS WHO ARE ENGAGED IN LONG TERM INITIATIVES TO CONTINUE THEIR BOARD SERVICE FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE YEAR TERM. AS A RESULT, THE FOUNDATION'S DIRECTORS ARE NOW ELIGIBLE TO SERVE UP TO THREE FULL CONSECUTIVE THREE-YEAR TERMS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11   A DRAFT VERSION OF THE FORM 990 IS PRESENTED TO THE AUDIT AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES AS REPRESENTATIVES OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR REVIEW AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO FINALIZING FOR FILING. THE FULL BOARD IS PROVIDED WITH THE FINAL DRAFT OF THE FORM 990 PRIOR TO FILING.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C OUR CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY, INCLUDING THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT/FORM, IS DISTRIBUTED TO BOARD MEMBERS AND STAFF ANNUALLY, IN JUNE. EVERY BOARD AND STAFF MEMBER IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT/FORM AND RETURN IT TO THE FOUNDATION OFFICE. THE COMPLETED STATEMENTS ARE REVIEWED BY THE PRESIDENT AND CEO, AS WELL AS THE FINANCE MANAGER. IF ANY CONFLICTS HAVE BEEN DOCUMENTED, THEY ARE DISCLOSED TO THE FULL BOARD AND ANY WORKING COMMITTEES THAT MIGHT BE AFFECTED BY THE STATED CONFLICT.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15 THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SERVES AS THE PERSONNEL COMMITTEE OF THE FOUNDATION. THE COMMITTEE EVALUATES THE PRESIDENT AND CEO EVERY FALL, CALLING ON BOARD MEMBERS TO SUBMIT WRITTEN INPUT THAT IS THEN SUMMARIZED AND PRESENTED WITHIN THE PERFORMANCE REVIEW. AS THE BUDGET IS DEVELOPED AND REVIEWED, THE COMMITTEE APPROVES THE TOTAL STAFF COMPENSATION AMOUNT FOR THE NEXT YEAR'S ANNUAL BUDGET AND SUBSEQUENTLY DETERMINES CHANGES IN ANNUAL COMPENSATION OF THE CEO. ALTHOUGH TWO OTHER RESOURCES ARE ALSO CONSULTED, THE COUNCIL ON FOUNDATIONS' GRANTMAKERS SALARY AND BENEFITS REPORT IS THE PRIMARY RESOURCE FOR MEETING THE STANDARD OF COMPARING THE FOUNDATION CEO'S SALARY TO THOSE OF SIMILAR PERSONS, ETC. AS STATED ABOVE. IT IS THE PRIMARY SOURCE BECAUSE THE COUNCIL OF FOUNDATIONS REPORTS DATA FOR COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS, AS DISTINCT FROM OTHER FOUNDATION TYPES, AND CEO POSITIONS ARE REPORTED SEPARATELY (HIGH, LOW, MEDIAN AND MEAN ARE IDENTIFIED). SURVEY RESULTS ARE ALSO REPORTED ON THE BASIS OF FOUNDATIONS' ASSET SIZE AND REGION OF THE COUNTRY. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES INCLUDE MERCER'S GLOBAL SURVEY COMPARES COST OF LIVING DATA IN CHICAGO AGAINST OTHER METROPOLITAN AREAS, PINPOINTING SALARY LEVELS MORE PRECISELY THAN THE BROAD REGIONAL APPROACH OF THE COF DATA, AND A STUDY BY THE DONORS FORUM OF CHICAGO SURVEYS CEO SALARIES AMONG CHICAGO-BASED GRANT-MAKING FOUNDATIONS.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCES: FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5: NET UNREALIZED GAINS ON INVESTMENTS: 1,218,146. NET INVESTMENT INCOME ALLOCATED TO FUNDS HELD AS AGENCY ENDOWMENTS -153,822. TOTAL TO FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5: 1,064,324.
  FORM 990, PART XII, LINE 2C: THERE HAS BEEN NO CHANGE IN PROCEDURE FROM PRIOR YEAR.
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