Form990
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Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2019 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2018 , and ending 06-30-2019
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
% MARY LYNNE JANUSZEWSKI
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1850 W Roosevelt Road
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
Chicago, IL60608
D Employer identification number

36-2169139
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 47,618,277
F Name and address of principal officer:
JANET SZLYK PHD
1850 W Roosevelt Road
Chicago,IL60608
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
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Website:MediumBullet
www.chicagolighthouse.org
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:  
L Year of formation: 1906
M State of legal domicile: IL
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE STRIVES TO PROVIDE QUALITY EDUCATIONAL, CLINICAL, REHABILITATION AND VOCATIONAL SERVICES TO PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND, VISUALLY IMPAIRED, MULTI-DISABLED OR VETERANS
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 34
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 32
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2018 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 1,316
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 264
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) ......... 7,799,237 7,853,936
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 32,463,619 34,067,009
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 739,488 701,601
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 211,027 185,236
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) 41,213,371 42,807,782
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 1,002,000 1,325,260
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) 28,611,184 30,346,912
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) ..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet1,694,340    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 11,858,065 12,341,721
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 41,471,249 44,013,893
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... -257,878 -1,206,111
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 31,163,368 32,095,772
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 7,053,106 9,269,793
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 24,110,262 22,825,979
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2018)
Form 990 (2018)
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Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: ESTABLISHED IN 1906, THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED SERVES AS A LEADER, INNOVATOR, AND ADVOCATE. Continued in SCHEDULE O.
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 organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations 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 $ 27,143,192 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 30,710,901 )
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER OPERATIONS INCLUDE PROVIDING CUSTOMER SERVICE JOBS FOR CONTRACTS ENTERED INTO WITH BOTH PRIVATE COMPANIES AND STATE AGENCIES, AND THE ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS TO ASSIST POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES IN GAINING THE SKILLS NECESSARY FOR EMPLOYMENT IN THIS AREA. Continued in SCHEDULE O.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 2,354,391 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 946,507 )
VISION REHABILITATION AND RESEARCH: THE SANDY AND RICK FORSYTHE CENTER FOR COMPREHENSIVE VISION CARE, THE BERGMAN INSTITUTE FOR PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT, AS WELL AS THE PANGERE CENTER FOR INHERITED RETINAL DISEASES, PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE DIAGNOSTIC, REHABILITATIVE, CLINICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, OPTOMETRIC AND OPHTHALMOLOGICAL SERVICES, AS WELL AS RESEARCH, IN THE FIELD OF LOW VISION. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO PATIENTS OF ALL AGES AT THE LIGHTHOUSE AND AT A NUMBER OF SATELLITE LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CHICAGO-LAND AREA. DOCTORS AND THERAPISTS ARE SPECIFICALLY TRAINED IN THE FIELD OF LOW VISION. Continued in SCHEDULE O.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 2,214,292 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 1,486,924 )
Programs for Children and Youth include: The Early Intervention Program, The Children's Development Center, The Pre-School for All Program, and The Youth Transitions Program, all of which, together, provide services and/or opportunities to children and teens, who are blind, visually impaired and/or multi-disabled, from birth through young adulthood, as well as to their families. Continued in SCHEDULE O.
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $ 6,151,525 including grants of $ 1,325,260 ) (Revenue $ 922,677 )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet37,863,400
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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 (see instructions)? 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, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II..............
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
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which 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 IClick to see attachment..................
6
 
No
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...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IIIClick to see attachment.............
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; 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 IVClick to see attachment..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, 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, line 10?
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 VIIClick 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 VIIIClick 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 IXClick 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 XClick to see attachment
11e
 
No
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 XClick to see attachment
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII Click to see attachment.................
12a
 
No
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 and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
Yes
 
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, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV.....
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...
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(see instructions) ....Click to see attachment
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............ Click to see attachment
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...................Click to see attachment
19
Yes
 
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government 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 or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........Click to see attachment
22
Yes
 
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
Yes
No
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 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....................... Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
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 lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a...............
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? ...............
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), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) 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
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? 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.....................
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 direct or indirect 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 M..Click 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.
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........Click to see attachment
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1.........................Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
 
No
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, 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 ...
35b
 
 
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............. Click to see attachment
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 VIClick to see attachment
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V...........
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
79
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
1
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
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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
1,316
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” to line 3b, 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, securities account, or other financial account)? ..
4a
 
No
b
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See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
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 as charitable contributions? ...
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.
Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? .........................
8
 
 
9a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?...
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring 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. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the 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 amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
15
Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or excess parachute payment(s) during the year? If "Yes," see instructions and file Form 4720, Schedule N .....
15
 
No
16
Is the organization an educational institution subject to the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income?
If "Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule O ................
16
 
No
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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 or note to any line 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
34
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent
1b
32
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
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
 
No
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
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
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete 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 this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in Schedule O how this was done...................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did 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 15a or 15b, 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," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take 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-A if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
MediumBulletMARY LYNNE JANUSZEWSKI1850 W ROOSEVELT ROAD   Chicago,IL60608 (312) 997-3664
Form 990 (2018)
Form 990 (2018)
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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 or note to any line 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. 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 organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(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; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) Rich Gary......................................................................
Chairman
 2.0
.................
1.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(2) Schnadig Richard H......................................................................
Past Chairman
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(3) Stark Julie......................................................................
Vice Chairman
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(4) Clarke Robert......................................................................
Assistant Treasurer
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(5) Hague Bruce......................................................................
Treasurer
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(6) McNally Jaclyn......................................................................
Secretary (BEG 06/19)
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(7) Hochstadt Katie......................................................................
Secretary (THRU 06/19)
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(8) Boykin Richard......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(9) Broutman Larry......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(10) Cohen Anida Johnson Cookie......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(11) Coleman John......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(12) Conaghan William......................................................................
Director (THRU 04/19)
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(13) Deutsch Thomas......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(14) Forsythe Sandra......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(15) Grossinger Caroline......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(16) Huber David......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		X           0 0 0
(17) Jensen Val......................................................................
Director
 1.0
.................
0.0 		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 (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(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; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) Jepson Edward........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(19) Kaplan Joel........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(20) Kesteloot James........................................................................
Director
 5.0
.......................0.0 		X           23,776 0 0
(21) Kraff Manus........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(22) Lader Marvin........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(23) Livingston Tom........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(24) Martin Ellen........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(25) Mayer Beatrice Cummings........................................................................
Director (THRU 09/18)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(26) McCaskey Judy........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(27) Meehan Michael........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................2.0 		X           0 0 0
(28) Morrison Dale........................................................................
Director (THRU 06/19)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(29) Norington-Reaves Karin........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(30) Nathan Walter........................................................................
Director (THRU 11/18)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(31) Randolph Laurie........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(32) Raske John........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(33) Reescer Vonita........................................................................
Director (THRU 06/19)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(34) Rink Paul........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(35) Rourke Robert........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(36) Saenz Arturo........................................................................
Asst Secretary (BEG 06/19)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X   X       0 0 0
(37) Scher Paul........................................................................
Director (THRU 06/19)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(38) Vilim Donald........................................................................
Director
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(39) Szlyk Janet........................................................................
President & CEO
 32.0
.......................8.0 		X   X       339,372 0 11,525
(40) Clarke Janice........................................................................
DIrector (BEG 03/19)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(41) Valukas Sheree Schimmer........................................................................
Director (BEG 11/18)
 1.0
.......................0.0 		X           0 0 0
(42) Januszewski Mary Lynne........................................................................
EVP & CFO
 32.0
.......................8.0 		    X       210,557 0 34,089
(43) Tully Pamela........................................................................
EVP & COO
 32.0
.......................8.0 		    X       175,646 0 3,312
(44) Miller Jennifer........................................................................
Chief Development Officer
 40.0
.......................0.0 		        X   145,867 0 34,605
(45) Bonzani Jeanette........................................................................
SVP - HR
 40.0
.......................0.0 		        X   144,127 0 2,876
(46) Vilchez Ricardo........................................................................
SVP - Information Technology
 40.0
.......................0.0 		        X   136,594 0 3,832
(47) Stoeberl Kathleen........................................................................
SVP Call Center OP
 40.0
.......................0.0 		        X   114,025 0 33,990
(48) Crumbliss Kara........................................................................
VP - Clinical Service
 28.0
.......................0.0 		        X   116,951 0 1,930
1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)...........MediumBullet 1,406,915 0 126,159
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization MediumBullet11
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
Yes
 
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. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
SEATON ACQUISITION CORP,
32487 COLLECTION CENTER DRIVE
CHICAGO,IL60693 		TEMP. LABOR 1,609,634
DAVIS STAFFING INC,
21031 GOVERNORS HIGHWAY
OLYMPIA FIELDS,IL60461 		TEMP. LABOR 1,335,475
TELEMED INC,
PO BOX 740038
ATLANTA,GA30374 		Sub C Call Center 417,463
PRESIDIO TECHNOLOGY CAPITAL LLC,
DEPT 2058 PO BOX 74390
CHICAGO,IL60690 		TECH. CONSULTANT 373,421
PAETECWINDSTREAM,
PO BOX 9001013
LOUISVILLE,KY402901013 		TELECOM SERVICE 282,432
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet13
Form 990 (2018)
Form 990 (2018)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII.............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512 - 514
Contributions, Gifts, GrantAmt and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a 82,398
b Membership dues..1b  
c Fundraising events..1c 611,307
d Related organizations1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e 3,077,505
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f 4,082,726
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a - 1f:$ 184,359
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 7,853,936
Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a SERVICE CONTR/CALL CNTRS 561300 30,709,221 30,709,221    
b DEVELOPMENT CTR TUITION 611600 1,384,112 1,384,112    
c LOW VISION FEES & SALES 621990 1,285,248 1,285,248    
d FEES FROM GOV'T AGENCIES 624310 631,685 631,685    
e MISC PROGRAM FEES 624310 31,278 31,278    
f All other program service revenue. 25,465 25,465    
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f ....MediumBullet 34,067,009
OtherAmtRevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ......MediumBullet 332,925     332,925
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceedsMediumBullet 0      
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet 1,413     1,413
(ii) Personal (i) Real
6a Gross rents    
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss) 0 0
d Net rental income or (loss)......MediumBullet 0      
(ii) Other (i) Securities
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory   4,922,401
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses   4,553,725
c Gain or (loss)   368,676
d Net gain or (loss).....MediumBullet 368,676     368,676
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 611,307of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
a 271,022
b Less: direct expenses ...b 206,846
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 64,176   64,176
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a 49,787
b Less: direct expenses ...b 49,924
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities..MediumBullet -137     -137
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances ..
a 0
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b 0
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet 0      
Business Code Miscellaneous Revenue
11a PARKING 812930 111,647     111,647
b INSURANCE PROCEEDS 900099 4,832     4,832
c MISCELLANEOUS 900099 3,305     3,305
d All other revenue ....        
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 119,784
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 42,807,782 34,067,009   886,837
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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).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
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 domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 1,260,135 1,260,135
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 65,125 65,125
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV, line 15 and 16. 0  
4 Benefits paid to or for members 0  
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 827,710 79,292 584,884 163,534
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 65,976 65,976 0 0
7 Other salaries and wages 24,772,710 22,123,212 1,751,470 898,028
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 260,040 232,149 18,494 9,397
9 Other employee benefits ....... 2,593,558 2,311,366 188,640 93,552
10 Payroll taxes ........... 1,826,918 1,621,759 136,711 68,448
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 0      
b Legal ......... 46,160   46,160  
c Accounting ........... 93,226   93,226  
d Lobbying ........... 0      
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 0  
f Investment management fees ...... 79,796   79,796  
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) 4,825,425 4,368,043 300,867 156,515
12 Advertising and promotion .... 39,256 3,954 68 35,234
13 Office expenses ....... 2,210,202 1,803,484 337,317 69,401
14 Information technology ...... 370,898 99,719 237,535 33,644
15 Royalties .. 0      
16 Occupancy ........... 625,806 383,054 232,121 10,631
17 Travel ............ 154,220 80,824 60,444 12,952
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials . 0      
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 6,994 5,069 1,925  
20 Interest ........... 261,453 51,008 210,445  
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 0      
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .. 1,065,511 1,040,521   24,990
23 Insurance ... 181,435 106,832 74,113 490
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a AMERICAN PRINTING HOUSE 881,178 871,334 9,844  
b IMC MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT 836,054 836,054    
c CLIENT TRANS & MAINTENANCE 238,566 238,536 30  
d RECREATION & PROG EVENTS 165,848 50,193 47,146 68,509
e All other expenses 259,693 165,761 44,917 49,015
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 44,013,893 37,863,400 4,456,153 1,694,340
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ........ 416,783 1 539,997
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 0 2 0
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...... 1,328,929 3 1,704,288
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 4,406,309 4 5,421,521
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of Schedule L .............
0 5 0
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L ..............
0 6 0
7 Notes and loans receivable, net .... 0 7 0
8 Inventories for sale or use ........ 161,672 8 158,649
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ...... 185,983 9 186,319
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 31,161,270
b Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 20,632,996 10,676,108 10c 10,528,274
11 Investments—publicly traded securities . 13,387,912 11 12,955,736
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 0 12 0
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .. 0 13 0
14 Intangible assets ............... 0 14 0
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 599,672 15 600,988
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 31,163,368 16 32,095,772
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..... 3,481,093 17 3,628,973
18 Grants payable ... 0 18 0
19 Deferred revenue ......... 0 19 0
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ......... 0 20 0
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D 0 21 0
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L.. 0 22 0
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties .. 3,572,013 23 5,640,820
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties .. 0 24 0
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17 - 24). Complete Part X of Schedule D 0 25 0
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.. 7,053,106 26 9,269,793
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets 18,631,719 27 16,476,667
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ........... 3,457,541 28 4,328,310
29 Permanently restricted net assets 2,021,002 29 2,021,002
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), 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 ........... 24,110,262 33 22,825,979
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 31,163,368 34 32,095,772
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Form 990 (2018)
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
42,807,782
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
44,013,893
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
-1,206,111
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
24,110,262
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
-65,374
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
-12,798
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
22,825,979
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line 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
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 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?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
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
 
 
Form 990 (2018)
Form 990 (2018)
Additional Data


Software ID:  
Software Version:  
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
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 Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
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 12, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10
11
12
a
b
c
d
e
f
Enter the number of supported organizations ...............................  
g
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 10 above (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
Yes No
Total
 
   
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv), 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), and 170(b)(1)(A)(ix)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, 8, or 9 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) right arrow (a) 2014 (b) 2015 (c) 2016 (d) 2017 (e) 2018 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grant.") ..            
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            
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.  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2014 (b) 2015 (c) 2016 (d) 2017 (e) 2018 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4..            
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...            
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.)..            
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through 10  
12
12
 
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
 
15
15
 
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 10 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) right arrow (a) 2014 (b) 2015 (c) 2016 (d) 2017 (e) 2018 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") . 8,069,741 6,439,750 8,256,852 7,799,237 7,853,936 38,419,516
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 25,761,426 29,671,329 28,375,170 32,463,619 34,067,009 150,338,553
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513 ..... 145,965 183,135 186,399 194,451 320,809 1,030,759
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...           0
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge           0
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5 33,977,132 36,294,214 36,818,421 40,457,307 42,241,754 189,788,828
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons 197,070 212,058 336,061 1,268,170 516,261 2,529,620
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. 17,725,859 20,911,709 24,060,422 27,856,829 29,044,257 119,599,076
c Add lines 7a and 7b.. 17,922,929 21,123,767 24,396,483 29,124,999 29,560,518 122,128,696
8 Public support. (Subtract line 7c from line 6.) 67,660,132
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2014 (b) 2015 (c) 2016 (d) 2017 (e) 2018 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6... 33,977,132 36,294,214 36,818,421 40,457,307 42,241,754 189,788,828
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 344,966 369,789 284,064 309,642 334,338 1,642,799
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.           0
c Add lines 10a and 10b. 344,966 369,789 284,064 309,642 334,338 1,642,799
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.           0
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) .. 117,583 129,502 261,986 271,838 119,784 900,693
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. 34,439,681 36,793,505 37,364,471 41,038,787 42,695,876 192,332,320
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
35.179 %
16
16
39.527 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
0.854 %
18
18
0.937 %
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018
Page 4
Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 12 of Part I. If you checked 12a of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you checked 12b of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked 12c of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked 12d of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
 
 
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer (b) and (c) below.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization made the determination.
3b
 
 
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
3c
 
 
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if you checked 12a or 12b in Part I, answer (b) and (c) below.
4a
 
 
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
4b
 
 
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
4c
 
 
5a
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer (b) and (c) below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document).
5a
 
 
b
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the organization's organizing document?
5b
 
 
c
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
 
 
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
 
 
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) .
7
 
 
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described in line 7? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ).
8
 
 
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9a
 
 
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined in line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9b
 
 
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined in line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9c
 
 
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f) (regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
10a
 
 
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings).
10b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
11
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (b) and (c) below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
 
 
b
A family member of a person described in (a) above?
11b
 
 
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (a) or (b) above? If “Yes” to a, b, or c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
 
 
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting organization.
2
 
 
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization(s).
1
 
 
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
1
 
 
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
2
 
 
3
By reason of the relationship described in (2), did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this regard.
3
 
 
Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations
1
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
b
c
2
Activities Test. Answer (a) and (b) below.
Yes
No
a
Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities.
2a
 
 
b
Did the activities described in (a) constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s involvement.
2b
 
 
3
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer (a) and (b) below.
a
Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations? Provide details in Part VI.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018
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Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Section A - Adjusted Net Income (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Net short-term capital gain 1    
2 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 2    
3 Other gross income (see instructions) 3    
4 Add lines 1 through 3 4    
5 Depreciation and depletion 5    
6 Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) 6    
7 Other expenses (see instructions) 7    
8 Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) 8    
Section B - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): 1
a Average monthly value of securities 1a    
b Average monthly cash balances 1b    
c Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets 1c    
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) 1d    
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):  
2 Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets 2    
3 Subtract line 2 from line 1d 3    
4 Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). 4    
5 Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) 5    
6 Multiply line 5 by .035 6    
7 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 7    
8 Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) 8    
Section C - Distributable Amount Current Year
1 Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) 1  
2 Enter 85% of line 1 2  
3 Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) 3  
4 Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 4  
5 Income tax imposed in prior year 5  
6 Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) 6  
7
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018
Page 7
Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations (continued)
Section D - Distributions Current Year
1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes  
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity		  
3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations  
4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets  
5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required)  
6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions  
7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6.  
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI). See instructions		  
9 Distributable amount for 2018 from Section C, line 6  
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount  
Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) (i)
Excess Distributions 		(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre-2018 		(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2018
1 Distributable amount for 2018 from Section C, line
6 		 
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2018 (reasonable cause required-- explain in Part VI).
See instructions.		  
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2018:
a From 2013.......  
b From 2014.......  
c From 2015.......  
d From 2016.......  
e From 2017.......  
fTotal of lines 3a through e  
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
h Applied to 2018 distributable amount  
i Carryover from 2013 not applied (see
instructions) 		 
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f.  
4Distributions for 2018 from Section D, line 7:
$  
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
b Applied to 2018 distributable amount  
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4.  
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2018, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2.
If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI.
See instructions.		  
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2018. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1. If the amount is greater
than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions.		  
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2019. Add lines
3j and 4c.		  
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a Excess from 2014......  
b Excess from 2015.....  
c Excess from 2016.....  
d Excess from 2017.....  
e Excess from 2018.....  
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2018)

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2018
Page 8
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12; Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV, Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V, Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
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Schedule of Contributors

Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Arrow Bullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ






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 isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't 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 on line H of its
Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
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Name of organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired 		Employer identification number
36-2169139
Part I
Contributors (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
 
 
 
 
  ,    

$ RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
Page 3
Name of organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired 		Employer identification number

36-2169139
Part II
Noncash Property (See instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(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) (2018)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2018)
Page 4
Name of organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired 		Employer identification number

36-2169139
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. 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 $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(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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Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990.
SchDMd Bullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of grants from (during year)    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
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 can 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" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 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 7/25/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax 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, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, 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 section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .............................
9
In Part XIII, 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" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), 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 XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), 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)
Revenue included on 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 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, 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 XIII.
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" on 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 XIII 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, for escrow or custodial account liability? ...
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ....
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on 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 .... 2,640,313 2,611,431 2,517,057 3,087,614 3,068,442
b Contributions ...          
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses 62,883 59,950 123,070 -38,868 48,197
d Grants or scholarships ...          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ... 		29,326 31,068 28,696 531,689 29,025
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ...... 2,673,870 2,640,313 2,611,431 2,517,057 3,087,614
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet1.320 %
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet54.120 %
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet44.560 %
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
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" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis
(investment) 		(b) Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .....   321,993 321,993
b Buildings ....   21,073,597 11,601,222 9,472,375
c Leasehold improvements        
d Equipment ....   8,187,867 7,748,828 439,039
e Other .....   1,577,813 1,282,946 294,867
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..SchDMdBullet 10,528,274
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. 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........    
(3)Other
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes 0
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 0
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, 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 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 42,952,480
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a -65,374
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 222,870
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d -12,798
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 144,698
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1.................. 3 42,807,782
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 XIII.) ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b.................... 4c  
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 42,807,782
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 44,236,763
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2a 222,870
b Prior year adjustments ............ 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d.................... 2e 222,870
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1................... 3 44,013,893
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 XIII.) ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b..................... 4c  
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 44,013,893
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
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, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE D, PART V, LINE 4 INTENDED USES OF ENDOWMENT FUND The Board designated endowment is maintained to generate investment income for funding of expenditures relating to activities of a Residency program in the Low Vision Clinic Rehabilitation Service. Earnings from various permanent endowments provide funding for expenditures relating to services provided through the Low Vision Clinic to elderly, low-income patients, to services provided in the Deaf-Blind Program and general agency activities.
SCHEDULE D, PART X, LINE 2 FIN 48 (ASC 740) FOOTNOTE The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired has a favorable determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service, stating that it is exempt from federal income taxes under the provisions of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (IRC), except for income taxes pertaining to unrelated business income. The FASB issued guidance that requires tax effects from uncertain tax positions to be recognized in the consolidated financial statements only if the position is more likely than not to be sustained if the position were to be challenged by a taxing authority. Management has determined that there are no material uncertain positions that require recognition in the consolidated financial statements, as The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired has immaterial unrelated business income and files a form 990-T; however, no provision for income taxes is required. Additionally, there are no interest or penalties recognized in the consolidated statements of activities or consolidated statements of financial position.
SCHEDULE D, PART XI, LINE 2D OTHER REVENUE PER AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CHANGE IN VALUE IN SPLIT INTEREST AGREEMENTS $(12,798) ----------- TOTAL $(12,798) -----------
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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" on 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 arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowGo to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
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.


(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 contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.




VerticalRevenue
(a) Event #1

ANNUAL DINNER
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

LIGHTHOUSES
(event type) 		(c) Other events

8
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))

1
Gross receipts . . . . .
422,621
118,051
341,657
882,329

2
Less: Contributions . . . .
336,617
 
274,690
611,307
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2) . . . . . .
86,004
118,051
66,967
271,022



VerticalDirectExpenses
4 Cash prizes . . . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . . . 30,094   17,608 47,702
6 Rent/facility costs . . . .     8,430 8,430
7 Food and beverages . . . 69,187   44,261 113,448
8 Entertainment . . . . 24,960   7,909 32,869
9 Other direct expenses . . . 1,973   2,424 4,397
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow 206,846
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d). . . . . . . . . . right arrow 64,176
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on 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 . . . . .
 
 
49,787
49,787
VerticalDirectExpenses

2
Cash prizes . . . . .
 
 
 
 

3
Noncash prizes . . . .
 
 
30,371
30,371

4
Rent/facility costs . . . .
 
 
1,500
1,500

5
Other direct expenses . . .
 
 
18,053
18,053


6

Volunteer labor . . . .
%
%
67.000 %


7
Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow
49,924

8
Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d). . . . . . . . . right arrow
-137

9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities: IL
a
Is the organization licensed to conduct 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:
 
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11
Does the organization conduct 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? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13a
%
b
An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13b
100.000 %
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Mary Lynne Januszewski
Address right arrow
1850 W Roosevelt Rd
Chicago,IL60608
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 of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Lindsay Inglis - Special Events Man
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
Coordination, Advertising, Fund Raising
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
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v); and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also provide any additional information. See instructions.
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule G, Part II, Column (B) Lighthouses Event There are no reported expenses related to this event because all related expenses were incurred in a prior period. The event was primarily held in Fiscal Year 2018, however, fundraising continued into Fiscal Year 2019.
Schedule G, Part II, Column (C) Casino Night Event Expenses The Chicago Lighthouse is reporting the expenses related to the Casino Night on Schedule G, Part III Other Gaming in accordance with IRS instructions. As such, this event is correctly reported as a fundraising event rather than a solicitation of contributions. Net revenues generated from the Casino Night event in Fiscal Year 2019 were $72,110.
SCHEDULE G, PART III, LINE 16 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THE POSITION OF MANAGER OF SPECIAL EVENTS IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF COORDINATING THE CASINO NIGHT EVENT, AS WELL AS ADVERTISING, EXECUTING AND FUND RAISING FOR THE EVENT. COMPENSATION FOR RESPONSIBILITIES RELATING TO THIS EVENT IS INCLUDED IN THE MANAGER'S BASE SALARY.
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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," on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number
36-2169139
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 Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient
that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC 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
noncash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) Chicago Lighthouse Industries
1850 W Roosevelt Road
Chicago,IL60608 		47-5665042 501(c)(3)   1,260,135 Cost Mat., Mgmt, Fac. to fund continued operations
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................. Bullet Image
1
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
0
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Number of
recipients		 (c) Amount of
cash grant		 (d) Amount of
noncash assistance		 (e) Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f) Description of noncash assistance
(1) Scholarships 29 65,125   N/A N/A
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2; Part III, column (b); and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE I, PART I, LINE 2 PROCEDURES FOR MONITORING USE OF GRANT FUNDS IN U.S. THE POLICY OF THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE IS TO ISSUE GRANT FUNDS DIRECTLY TO THE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION WHERE THE AWARDEES ATTEND SCHOOL. A BILL INDICATING THE AMOUNT OF TUITION, BOOK FEES, AND ROOM AND BOARD DUE IS SUBMITTED TO THE MANAGER OF THE PROGRAM AND, IF APPROPRIATE, IS SUBMITTED TO THE PRESIDENT/CEO FOR APPROVAL. ACCORDINGLY, A CHECK IS CUT. IF THE SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS ARE TO BE USED FOR SOMETHING OTHER THAN THE PREVIOUSLY STATED ITEMS, PROPER RECEIPTS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE FUNDS ARE RELEASED TO THE AWARDEE. THE PROGRAM MANAGER MAINTAINS ON-GOING CONTACT WITH THE RECIPIENTS AND FOLLOWS THEIR PROGRESS THROUGHOUT THEIR SCHOOL YEARS.
PART IV - ADDITIONAL SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION The Chicago Lighthouse annually awards scholarships to assist people who are blind or visually impaired in furthering their education, believing that educational opportunities, over time, will convert to greater opportunities for employment. An applicant, to be eligible, must be blind or visually impaired. Beyond that, scholarships are available to this group for undergraduate, graduate, vocational or other certificate or training program. Once enrolled, the scholarship can cover tuition, room, board, books, transportation and/or other expenses deemed appropriate by the scholarship committee. Each year, scholarship applications are solicited thru mail, emails, Lighthouse publications, publications of other organizations, website and word of mouth. The Scholarship committee meets a number of times to review and rate all applications received, according to specific criteria. The dollar amount of donations received into the Scholarship program for the year determines the amount and number of scholarships available. Scholarships are awarded based on outcome of review process.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990.
SchJMediumBullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed on Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain .........
1b
 
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ..
2
 
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? .............
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
 
No
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ....................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .......................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ..................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? ......................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any nonfixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
Yes
 
8
Were any amounts reported on Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III ..........................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50053T
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported on Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation in column (B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990
(i) Base
compensation 		(ii) Bonus & incentive
compensation 		(iii) Other reportable compensation
1Szlyk Janet
President & CEO 		(i)

(ii)		 304,411
-------------
0 		15,000
-------------
0 		19,961
-------------
0 		4,537
-------------
0 		6,988
-------------
0 		350,897
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
2Januszewski Mary Lynne
EVP & CFO 		(i)

(ii)		 192,737
-------------
0 		10,000
-------------
0 		7,820
-------------
0 		3,593
-------------
0 		30,496
-------------
0 		244,646
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
3Tully Pamela
EVP & COO 		(i)

(ii)		 164,890
-------------
0 		5,000
-------------
0 		5,756
-------------
0 		2,803
-------------
0 		509
-------------
0 		178,958
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
4Miller Jennifer
Chief Development Officer 		(i)

(ii)		 140,412
-------------
0 		5,000
-------------
0 		455
-------------
0 		2,597
-------------
0 		32,008
-------------
0 		180,472
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
Schedule J (Form 990) 2018

Schedule J (Form 990) 2018
Page 3
Part III
Supplemental Information
Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE J, PART I, LINE 7 NON-FIXED PAYMENTS During the Fiscal Year, the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors approved discretionary bonuses prior to payment, including those reflected in Form 990 Schedule J, Part II. The amounts are based on individual performance and to recognize extraordinary performance. The approval of the discretionary bonuses is documented contemporaneously in the Executive Committee meeting minutes.
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2018
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash 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 7 108,885 Trade Date FMV
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 ... X 16 4,422 FMV
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( Program Supplies ) X 37 15,287 FMV
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( Auction/Raffle ) X 345 55,765 FMV
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 through 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 nonstandard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report an amount 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) (2018)
Schedule M (Form 990) (2018)
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Part II
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b, 32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE M, PART I, COLUMN B NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS OR ITEMS CONTRIBUTED THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE IS REPORTING THE NUMBER OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
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Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
Return Reference Explanation
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 1 ORGANIZATION'S MISSION CONTINUED THE CHICAGO LIGHTHOUSE, A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION, OPENS DOORS TO OPPORTUNITIES, CHOICES, JOBS, AND INDEPENDENCE FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES WHO ARE BLIND, VISUALLY IMPAIRED, DEAF-BLIND AND MULTI-DISABLED AND IN FURTHERANCE OF THIS OBJECTIVE, ASSISTS AND EMPLOYS PEOPLE WHO ARE OTHERWISE DISABLED AND VETERANS.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT CONTINUED The Communications Center provides training for individuals in the area of customer service, call center operations and appointment taking. Paid Internships are available for those who are interested in this type of work, funded by a City of Chicago Transitional Employment grant. Other funders have supported these efforts, as well. As The Lighthouse continues with six major contracts, 307 people with visual or other disabilities or those who are Veterans, were provided training and/or jobs during the fiscal year. In FY19, expenses were $27,143,192 and revenues were $30,710,901.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4B PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT CONTINUED Funded in part through private fees, Medicare and other insurance reimbursements, services are also available regardless of one's ability to pay, due to the generosity of a number of grants to support this effort. In conjunction with the exam process, various assistive technology devices and/or glasses may be tested for usefulness to the patient and purchase of such items might be encouraged as part of the patient's rehabilitative program. Appropriate training on the use of such devices is also provided. A Tools for Living Store has been designed to ensure ease of mobility and browsing for customers who are blind or visually impaired and includes independent living aids, speech/large print electronics, and other like products. It is a natural extension of the Low Vision Service and provides convenience shopping for patients and family members and also provides employment for visually impaired people. Customers can also place orders on-line. The Low Vision area and The Pangere Center also engage in cutting edge research activities to develop new methods of vision rehabilitation and to investigate genetic involvement in certain diseases. In FY19, The Lighthouse received funding from The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to establish the Hilton Center for Prosthetic Vision Rehabilitation, which will debut in 2020. During FY19, patient, participant, and consumer interactions numbered over 8,700. Expenses were $2,354,391 and revenues were $946,507.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4C PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENT CONTINUED The Chicago Lighthouse Birth to Three Family Intervention Program provides home-based and center-based services to families with children, from birth to three years of age, who have been identified or diagnosed with visual impairments. The Lighthouse staff and family members work together during a child's early stages of life to encourage and guide through the natural stages of physical, social, cognitive and emotional development. Services include developmental therapy, vision assessments, evaluations, optometric examinations through our Low Vision Clinic, occupational therapy, transportation, social work and psychological services. Children from age 3 through their 22nd birthday, who are enrolled in The Chicago Lighthouse Childrens Development Center, receive services which include daily living skills, educational and recreational activities and Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy. The Pre-School for All Program is a blended program, where students who are visually disabled are taught side by side with sighted students, in an effort to foster inclusion and tolerance for disabilities. This program has created a setting where these groups can work and learn side by side, realizing the strengths of each group. Our Youth Transitions Program provides activities of daily living, outings, and social interaction among peers, to assist in preparing teens for independence within their daily lives. Highlights of this program include a 'Summer in the City' week and a First Jobs Program. During FY19, The Lighthouse engaged in over 8,000 interactions with children, teens and families, incurring expenses of $2,214,292 and revenues of $1,486,924.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4D OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES DESCRIPTION The Instructional Materials Center for the State of Illinois is administered by The Chicago Lighthouse and funded through the Illinois State Board of Education. This program also receives an in-kind grant from the American Printing House for the Blind. This project supplies large print and Braille text books and assistive technology equipment to school age students within the State of Illinois, who are blind or visually impaired. These items are ordered by the student's school district and are provided free of charge. Assistive technology equipment, such as CCTVs, Braille printers, talking and large screen software, is loaned upon request, as well. This enhances children with visual disabilities in their educational pursuits, from their first school years through high school graduation. Over 4,000 students received books, equipment or supplies during FY19, incurring $2,169,642 in expense and generating $0 in revenue. Chicago Lighthouse Industries now operates the manufacturing, assembly, federal government service contracts and contract closeout activities previously managed by The Chicago Lighthouse. While Chicago Lighthouse Industries is a separate organization, it continues to provide employment to people who are legally blind, through these activities. Program service information is reported under the 990 for Chicago Lighthouse Industries and information for these areas are not reported as a program service within The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired. The Chicago Lighthouse has provided a total grant to Chicago Lighthouse Industries of $1,260,135, over the course of FY19, and includes occupancy and management services. Independent Living Services include programs which are designed to maximize independent living functions in the home, workplace and community at large. The Adult Living Skills Program administers lessons in daily living, academics and pre-vocational training to its participants. As part of their daily activities, program participants join together to perform as The Chicago Lighthouse Vision Quest Music group. They also take part in recreation and social activities. The Deaf-Blind Program serves people throughout the State of Illinois with varying degrees of visual and hearing losses, providing access to other Lighthouse programs, services within the community and appropriate referrals to agencies. It also assists with training on communication devices, promoting independence and self-sufficiency for people with these dual disabilities. A grant from the Federal Communications Commission has allowed The Lighthouse to increase services to the Deaf-Blind community. The Seniors Program helps individuals who are visually impaired, ages 55 and over, find new ways to accomplish daily responsibilities and learn new skills to continue to live an independent and productive life. Computer and assistive technology training classes are central to this program. Luncheons, at various times throughout the year, provide opportunities to socialize, network and exchange resources and ideas. Programs in this section provided 13,598 encounters during FY19, including braille training. Expenses for this group of services were $941,490 and revenues were $424,986. Lighthouse North, our Glenview location, made possible by a major foundation, enables services to be provided at a location more convenient to people in that area. Early Intervention, Low Vision, Assistive Technology, Seniors, as well as Children enrichment programs and Youth transition programs operated during FY19 and mirror activities which take place at the main location in Chicago. FY19 expenses were $866,075 and revenues were $366,199. Services were provided to people of all ages, with visual impairments, creating over 2,000 interactions over the course of the year. Lighthouse Employment Services/Vocational Rehabilitation programs provide assistance to people who are visually impaired or blind as they prepare for and secure employment. A full-service program provides resume and cover letter writing, interviewing techniques, and job leads. The placement counselors work closely with employers, educating them about the awareness of visual impairments and performing task analysis in order to assist the coordination of job modification efforts. Assistance is provided to help maximize vision through optical devices, maximizing productivity through job assessment and accommodations, and providing specialized equipment and training when needed. Job Coaching assistance is also provided when needed. Employment training, job counseling, assessments, job support and job coaching are also provided to Veterans, as they work towards the goal of becoming employed in one of the customer service center projects. Vocational Training programs provide rehabilitation and training opportunities for people who are blind, visually impaired and multi-disabled, many of whom have never worked or who have experienced long-term unemployment. Customer service training opportunities are available due to partial funding provided by private grant funds. Upon completion of these programs, the individual moves to Employment Services or directly to a job within one of the Customer Service Centers within The Chicago Lighthouse, with skills necessary to be job-ready. Assistive Technology utilizes assistive computer hardware and software to help individuals meet the challenges of a visual impairment. Services include evaluating the technological needs of a person who is visually impaired or blind as it relates to their work or home environment, determining compatibility of the assistive technology with existing equipment, set-up, training and follow-up. Interaction and consultation with employers and company IT staff also takes place, when related to a job setting. Appropriate services are also provided for individuals with other disabilities and Veterans. Mobility Training Program allows for independence when travelling and enables individuals to gain skills necessary to travel to and from a job. During FY19, these programs provided for 6,972 interactions with individuals interested in moving forward with training and/or job opportunities. Expenses were $526,042 and revenues were $131,492. Other Programs and Services include a number of programs with a variety of focuses. Chicago-land Radio Information Service (CRIS), which provides daily readings of newspapers and periodicals, through use of volunteer readers who read verbatim from local periodicals and broadcast via special receivers placed in homes and other community locations as requested. Connection can be made via the internet, as well. Special interest programming, created by individuals with visual impairments, is dedicated to the needs and interests of people who are blind or visually impaired. This program is run almost entirely by people who are blind or visually impaired. The BEACON radio show, which aired weekly and provided topics of interest to the blind community, ended its broadcasts during FY19. It is estimated that during FY19, interested individuals tuned in to numerous broadcasts, creating over 17,000 interactions during the year. The Arthur and Esther Kane Legal Clinic provides pro-bono legal services to people who are blind or visually impaired with low incomes in metropolitan Chicago and throughout the United States. This program is staffed entirely by paid and volunteer staff who are blind or visually impaired. Legal counsel and services provided can help navigate and overcome social stereotypes, workplace discrimination and heavy government assistance programs. The Lighthouse provided 896 instances of service through this legal clinic, during FY19. The Lighthouse Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, and post graduate studies, as well as vocational training programs, was in contact with 54 students during FY19. Scholarship funds (grants) in the amount of $65,125 were paid out to 29 individuals. Our Information and Referral services provided assistance to over 5,000 queries during FY19. For all of these programs, expenses were $388,141 and revenues were $0.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 1A EXPLANATION OF DELEGATED BROAD AUTHORITY TO COMMITTEE The Executive Committee shall consist of the following seven (7) directors: the Chairman of the Board, the Vice Chairman of the Board, the First Vice Chairman if more than one Vice Chairman is serving at any time, (herein the 'Chairman'Vice Chairman'), the Treasurer, the Secretary, two Members-at-Large and the Immediate Past Chairman. Members-at-Large shall be directors who are not officers of the corporation who have been selected by the Board of Directors to serve at the Boards pleasure. No Director shall serve as a Member-at-Large of the Executive Committee for more than two (2) consecutive years. The Immediate Past Chairman shall be the Director who most recently has served for two years or more as the Chairman of the Board immediately preceding the current Chairman. Any other Director who has previously served for two years or more as Chairman of the Board shall be designated 'Chairman Emeritus', while such person continues to serve as a Director, but such person shall not be an officer of the corporation nor a member of the Executive Committee by virtue of such designation. A Chairman Emeritus may serve as an officer of the corporation if elected. The Executive Committee may transact routine business between regular meetings of the Board and shall act in emergencies. During the month in which the annual meeting is held, the Executive Committee shall review the performance of the Executive Director and shall set his/her compensation. The Executive Committee shall not have the authority of the Board in reference to:(1) adopting a plan for the distribution of the assets of the corporation, or for dissolution; (2) filling vacancies on the Board or on any of its committees; (3) electing, appointing, or removing any officer or director or member of any committee or fixing the compensation of any member of a committee; (4) adopting, amending, or repealing the by-laws or the articles of incorporation; (5) adopting a plan of merger or adopting a plan of consolidation with another corporation or authorizing the sale, lease, exchange or mortgage of all or substantially all of the property or assets of the corporation; or (6) amending, altering, repealing, or taking any action inconsistent with any resolution or action of the board of directors when the resolution or action of the board of directors provides by its terms that it shall not be amended, altered or repealed by action of a committee. The designation and appointment of any such committee and the delegation thereto of authority shall not operate to relieve the board, or any individual director of any responsibility imposed upon it, him or her by law.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 11B FORM 990 REVIEW PROCESS FORM 990 WAS DISTRIBUTED AMONG ALL MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, EITHER VIA EMAIL OR HARD COPY, DEPENDING ON THE PREFERRED METHOD OF COMMUNICATION. FINANCE COMMITTEE, WHO HAS RESPONSIBILITY FOR REVIEWING ALL FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS OF THE AGENCY, REVIEWED THE MISSION STATEMENT, THE PROGRAM ACTIVITIES, REPORT OF COMPENSATION AND THE PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR, ALL IN LIGHT OF THE TAX EXEMPT STATUS OF THE ORGANIZATION. UPON COMPLETION OF THEIR REVIEW, THE 990 WAS FILED.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 12C EXPLANATION OF MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT OF CONFLICTS ANNUALLY, DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS SIGN A CONFLICT OF INTEREST FORM AND DISCLOSE AREAS OF POTENTIAL CONFLICT. THESE FORMS ARE REVIEWED BY THE BOARD CHAIR AND THE PRESIDENT/CEO, WITH ASSISTANCE FROM THE BOARD LIAISON. IF FURTHER ACTION NEEDS TO BE TAKEN, THE ISSUE IS BROUGHT BEFORE THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, AND, IF NECESSARY, THE FULL BOARD. THERE IS A REQUIREMENT TO REVIEW POTENTIAL CONFLICTS AS SITUATIONS MAY ARISE DURING THE YEAR. AS THE LIGHTHOUSE EMBARKS UPON VARIOUS BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS, IF THERE APPEARS TO BE A POTENTIAL CONFLICT WITH A SPECIFIC POTENTIAL TRANSACTION, THE LIGHTHOUSE GOES THROUGH THE SAME PROCESS AS IS DONE WITH THE BOARD MEMBERS' ANNUAL DECLARATIONS - REVIEW, FOLLOWED BY DISCUSSION WITH THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, AND, IF NECESSARY, THE ISSUE IS BROUGHT TO A BOARD MEETING.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINES 15A & 15B COMPENSATION REVIEW AND APPROVAL PROCESS FOR OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES FOR THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER POSITION, SALARY SURVEY WAS DONE UTILIZING DATA FROM 990 IRS FORMS FROM SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE THE SAME SERVICES AND CHICAGO-LAND AREA ORGANIZATIONS. GUIDESTAR.ORG WAS UTILIZED IN ORDER TO OBTAIN THE INFORMATION BASED ON IRS DATA. THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WAS GATHERED FROM THE ORGANIZATIONS --- SALARY, BENEFITS/DEFERRED COMPENSATION, REVENUE, EXPENSES, NET ASSETS, NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS SERVED. THE SALARY SURVEY WAS REVIEWED BY THE BOARD SEARCH COMMITTEE WHICH CONSISTED OF THE PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND BOARD MEMBERS. A RECOMMENDATION WAS MADE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPROVED THE RECOMMENDATION. ANNUAL INCREASES, FOR THIS POSITION, ARE BROUGHT BEFORE THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, AS PART OF THE PERFORMANCE REVIEW PROCESS. FOR OTHER KEY POSITIONS WITHIN THE AGENCY, SALARIES ARE APPROVED AS PART OF THE ANNUAL BUDGET APPROVAL PROCESS. EVERY FEW YEARS, OR AS NEED ARISES, SURVEYS ARE DONE SO THAT SALARY BENCHMARKS CAN BE DETERMINED. WHEN MAJOR CHANGES ARE GOING TO BE MADE, THIS INFORMATION MAY BE BROUGHT TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AND/OR THE FINANCE COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD.
FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 18 Form 990 Publicly Available The Organization posts its form 990 on its website. The Organization was formed prior to the form 1023, and, therefore, does not have this form available on its website. FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 19 OTHER ORGANIZATION DOCUMENTS PUBLICLY AVAILABLE The Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, Board Minutes, IRS Determination Letter, Conflict of Interest forms and Financial Statements are available upon request. Audited Financial Statements are filed with the Illinois Attorney Generals Office and are available on the organizations website and on-line through multiple sources.
FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 9 OTHER CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCES CHANGE IN VALUE OF SPLIT INT AGREEMENTS $(12,798) ----------- TOTAL $(12,798) -----------
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:ALL OTHER TOTAL FEES:472915
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:CUSTOMER SERV CTR OPERATIONS TOTAL FEES:347515
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:OPTOMETERISTS/OPTHAMOLOGIST TOTAL FEES:415526
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:OTHER TEMP LABOR TOTAL FEES:101899
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:PHYSICAL EXAMS TOTAL FEES:69948
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:RECRUITMENT TOTAL FEES:75822
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:TEMP LABOR - CALL CENTERS TOTAL FEES:3047060
FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:THERAPISTS TOTAL FEES:294740
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2018
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
The Chicago Lighthouse for People
Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
Employer identification number

36-2169139
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income


 		(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity










Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section


 		(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1)chicago lighthouse industries
1850 W ROOSEVELT ROAD

CHICAGO,IL60608
46-5665042 		EMP FOR BLIND IL 501(c)(3) 10 LIGHTHOUSE
 
 
No












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Cat. No. 50135Y
Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
 		(b)
Primary activity
 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity
 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust) 		(f)
Share of total income
 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
 		(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No












Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest, (ii) annuities, (iii) royalties, or (iv) rent from a controlled entity .....................
1a
 
No
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) ............................
1b
Yes
 
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) ............................
1c
 
No
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) ............................
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) ............................
1e
 
No
f Dividends from related organization(s) ............................
1f
 
No
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) ............................
1g
 
No
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) ............................
1h
 
No
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) ............................
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) .......................
1j
 
No
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) ......................
1k
 
No
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) .....................
1l
Yes
 
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) .................
1m
 
No
n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) ...................
1n
Yes
 
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) ............................
1o
Yes
 
p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1p
Yes
 
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1q
Yes
 
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) ............................
1r
Yes
 
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) ............................
1s
Yes
 
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of related organization 		(b)
Transaction
type (a-s) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved





Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
Page 4
Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(e)
Are all partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20
of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(j)
General or
managing
partner? 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
Schedule R (Form 990) 2018
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule R (Form 990) 2018

Additional Data


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