2023-11-06T12:12:46-06:00 2023-04-30 363321958 DESMOND & AHERN LTD 10827 S WESTERN AVENUE CHICAGO IL 606433206 990 2022-05-01 853668073 Equiticity EQUI 7739166264 1655 S Blue Island Ave 753 Chicago IL 60608 Olatunji Oboi Reed President & CEO 7739166264 2023-11-06 1 Olatunji Oboi Reed 999009999 0 Jason L Gierhahn CPA P02385275 7737794720 2023-11-03 2 AAL1 IAL1 2022 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z X Olatunji Oboi Reed 1655 S Blue Island Ave 753 Chicago IL 60608 2609338 0 X equiticity.org X 2020 IL To operationalize racial equity by harnessing the collective power through research, advocacy, programs, community mobility rituals, and social enterprises to improve the lives of black, brown, and indigenous people in our society. 11 10 5 20 0 0 0 2593936 0 15300 0 102 0 0 0 2609338 0 12209 0 0 0 225363 0 0 29127 0 532688 0 770260 0 1839078 0 1848297 0 9219 0 1839078 X To operationalize racial equity by harnessing the collective power through research, advocacy, programs, community mobility rituals, and social enterprises to improve the lives of black, brown, and indigenous people in our society. 0 0 154303 9600 Mobility Opportunities Fund (MOF) accomplished the purchasing of 111 conventional bicycles, 85 electric bicycles, 57 electric cargo bicycles, 4 electric vehicles and 156 safety equipment sets were awarded to community members of the North Lawndale neighborhood. Additionally, participants reported increased transportation access and independence, improved health and wellness, and increased economic opportunities. The program received positive press coverage and citywide and national awareness. The program was mentioned by speakers at the Transport Chicago conference held this year. 61194 Equiticity's Community Mobility Rituals (CMRs) accomplished an expansion of modes to include scooter rolls, public transit excursions, and cyclovia-style street festivals in addition to our community bike rides and walks. Another accomplishment was hosting a Friday night ride with community partners in North Lawndale in which over 25 youth were engaged to keep the ride safe through leadership and bike handling training (paid). Equiticity engaged a community council to co-plan and activate the CMRs at the local level. 38108 Equiticity accomplished the launch of our inaugural Bike Force Cohort in partnership with After School Matters wherein local youth were trained in e-bike technologies, e-scooter repair, received post-secondary guidance from workers in the field, and explored new parts of their city. Students were paid a stipend and gave an end-of-session presentation to showcase their learning and insights. 297040 2609 15300 Other Programs 297040 2609 15300 550645 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 24 0 1 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 11 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 IL X Chandra Christmas-Rouse 3128636014 3250 S Prairie Ave Unit 3N Chicago IL 60616 Olatunji Oboi Reed President & CEO 40.00 X X 10077 0 2990 Jacquelyne D Grimshaw Treasurer 1.50 X X 0 0 0 Caronina Grimble Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Dr Beverly Scott Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Dr Richard D Benson II Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Dionne Baux Co-Chair 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Dr Julian Agyeman Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Kyra D Woods Co-Chair 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Dr Tiffany McDowell Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Chandra Christmas-Rouse Secretary 1.50 X X 0 0 0 Dr Nadia I Anderson Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 10077 0 2990 0 0 0 0 0 2593936 14000 2593936 Consulting income 541610 15300 15300 15300 102 102 2609338 15300 0 102 X 12209 12209 55073 44058 8261 2754 151830 121464 22775 7591 3164 2530 475 159 15296 12237 2294 765 6223 6223 32000 32000 295818 213378 69151 13289 1404 1404 95108 64818 30290 13978 11182 2097 699 41495 41495 10712 8569 1607 536 301 301 9219 9219 Fees and subscriptions 17022 13618 2553 851 Miscellaneous 5620 2056 2674 890 Professional developmen 3788 3031 568 189 770260 550645 190488 29127 41584 1245325 550555 5716 5418 301 0 5117 0 1848297 9219 0 9219 X 1289078 550000 0 1839078 0 1848297 1839078 0 X X 0 1 X 1 0 X 2743936 2743936 15300 15300 2759236 2759236 0 0 0 2759236 102 102 102 102 2759338 2759338 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 5418 301 5117 5117 X 2609338 0 2609338 0 2609338 770260 0 770260 0 770260 Part X, Line 2: FIN 48 Note from Audited Financial Statement The Organization was granted an exemption from income taxes by the Internal Revenue Service pursuant to the provisions of Internal Code Section 501(c)(3). The Organization qualifies for the charitable contribution deduction and has been classified as an organization that is not a private Organization under Section 509(a)(1). The Organization continues to operate in compliance with its tax-exempt purpose. Management believes that it did not engage in any unrelated business activities; as such, no provision for income taxes has been provided for in the financial statements. The Organization's Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax, are subject to examination by the IRS, generally for three years after filing. 0 University of Illinois Foundation 1305 W Green Street Urbana IL 61801 376006007 9600 0 Payment made in honor of Ja'lon James, a child living nearby Equiticity's community partner, UIC Lawndale Neighborhood/MLK Exhibit Center, who was killed in a local traffic incident June of 2022. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The review process includes internal review and preparation by the CEO/President, Director of Operations and Accountant. After this first pass, the Board Finance Committee (Treasurer and Secretary) reviews 990 before submitting to the full Board for review and final approval. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c Equiticity's Board Liaison (Cecily Langford currently) is tasked with revisiting the Conflict of Interest statements annually, ensuring each member is compliant with the provided policy statements each year. The Liaison is also tasked with annually inserting into the Board of Directors' meeting agenda a review of the policy to support each board member's awareness and adherence to the policy content. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 Equiticity contracted with a 3rd party Human Resources professional to conduct conversations using comparability data to base a collective decision on CEO salary level, as well as all Director level positions in the organization. Researched data is disclosed to Finance Committee and Board in the budget review process. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 Available upon request. Form 990, Part IX, line 11g Grant writer: Program service expenses 0. Management and general expenses 40,420. Fundraising expenses 10,105. Total expenses 50,525. Project management: Program service expenses 50,937. Management and general expenses 9,551. Fundraising expenses 3,184. Total expenses 63,672. Curriculum: Program service expenses 200. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 200. Website design and maintenance: Program service expenses 0. Management and general expenses 19,180. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 19,180. Program consultants: Program service expenses 162,241. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 162,241. Form 990, Part XII, line 2c: Equiticity's senior level management has initial oversite for audit review before drafts are provided to the Board Finance Committee then the Full Board of Directors for review and approval.