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Chicago disease-focused nonprofits

There are 962 medical disease and disorder focused nonprofits in the greater Chicago metro area, including the cities of Chicago, Bolingbrook, Des Plaines, Elgin, Evanston, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, Schaumburg, Skokie, and Gary within the states of Illinois and Indiana. Combined, these Chicago metro disease-focused nonprofits employ 11,206 people, earn more than $2 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $5 billion.
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Types of disease-focused nonprofits in Chicago

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Disease and disorder focused professional societies
 
184
 
$600,641,807
Medical specialty organizations
 
171
 
$380,889,599
Organizations focused on specific diseases
 
159
 
$787,270,872
Cancer nonprofits
 
149
 
$82,830,482
Organ disease nonprofits
 
90
 
$249,864,886
Arthritis, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy organizations
 
59
 
$125,732,069
Organizations supporting multiple disease or disorder focused nonprofits
 
51
 
$4,831,677
Autism awareness organizations
 
46
 
$62,013,925
Genetic disorder and birth defect organizations
 
38
 
$24,693,623
HIV / AIDS focused organizations
 
23
 
$204,488,250
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Job trends for Chicago disease-focused nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
271
1-10
 
74
11-25
 
46
26-100
 
35
101 to 1,000
 
21
1,000+
 
2
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Sizes of disease-focused nonprofits in Chicago

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
272
$250k to $1M
 
153
$1M to $5M
 
106
$5M to $25M
 
55
$25M to $100M
 
15
$100M+
 
3
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Directory of disease-focused nonprofits in Chicago

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American Academy of Dermatology

American Academy of Dermatology advances dermatologic care through education, research, advocacy, and community engagement while supporting over 20,500 board-certified dermatologists in the U.S.
Revenue
$53.6m
Assets
$128.5m
Employees
228
EIN
41-0793046
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)

American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) provides bonafide credentials and comprehensive oral implant education.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$14.2m
Employees
15
EIN
41-6044864
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)

The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) is an educational, research and scientific society with more than 50,000 members organized to raise and maintain the standards of the medical practice of anesthesiology.
Revenue
$58.5m
Assets
$114.7m
Employees
186
EIN
36-2181944
IRS type
501(c)(6)

National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois improves the health and well-being of people at risk for or affected by kidney disease through prevention, education and empowerment.
Revenue
$3.2m
Assets
$7.5m
Employees
17
EIN
36-6009226
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)

RSNA promotes excellence in patient care and health care delivery through education, research and technologic innovation. Promoting and developing the highest standards of radiology and related science through education and research.
Revenue
$68.5m
Assets
$218.3m
Employees
294
EIN
15-0539115
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Brain Tumor Association

The American Brain Tumor Association supports research, education, and advocacy, aiming to improve the lives of those affected by brain tumors through free patient services.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$9.8m
Employees
42
EIN
23-7286648
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arthroscopy Association of North America

Advancing minimally invasive surgical education, skills assessment, and advocacy to improve patient care through arthroscopic surgery.
Revenue
$8.9m
Assets
$12.6m
Employees
26
EIN
36-3166049
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Osteopathic Association (AOA)

American Osteopathic Association advances osteopathic medicine, representing over 197,000 members while advocating for public health and promoting a whole-person care approach.
Revenue
$35.8m
Assets
$109.1m
Employees
153
EIN
36-2170786
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is the go to source of musculoskeletal info for health care professionals, the media and the general public.
Revenue
$53.6m
Assets
$192.5m
Employees
240
EIN
36-2110592
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aids Foundation of Chicago

Aids Foundation of Chicago (AFC) mobilizes communities to create equity and justice for people living with and vulnerable to HIV and related chronic diseases.
Revenue
$41.0m
Assets
$21.7m
Employees
194
EIN
36-3412054
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists

Adces empowers Diabetes Care & Education Specialists with innovative education & management. Liaises with non-profits, provides tools and training for best practices.
Revenue
$16.9m
Assets
$22.1m
Employees
74
EIN
51-0161670
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Association of Nurse Anesthetists

American Association of Nurse Anesthetists advances nurse anesthesiology by representing 69,000+ CRNAs and residents, promoting patient safety through advocacy, education, research, and standards.
Revenue
$11.5m
Assets
$82.1m
Employees
120
EIN
36-2113743
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Society of Critical Care Medicine

To secure the highest quality Care for all critically ill patients by providing education, promoting and supporting research, advocating to patients, the public, and policy makers about Critical Care.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$61.2m
Employees
97
EIN
23-7104387
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Lung Association

American Lung Association's mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease.
Revenue
$118.7m
Assets
$225.7m
Employees
563
EIN
13-1632524
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer's Association's mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Revenue
$457.2m
Assets
$523.7m
Employees
2,141
EIN
13-3039601
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Muscular Dystrophy Association

The Muscular Dystrophy Association empowers people with neuromuscular diseases by funding research, expanding expert care, and advocating support, inclusion, and community.
Revenue
$64.2m
Assets
$50.9m
Employees
272
EIN
13-1665552
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Society of Retina Specialists

ASRS enhances Retina specialists' education and ability in treating diseases, conducting annual meetings and seminars, and producing the Retina Times.
Revenue
$9.3m
Assets
$51.0m
Employees
14
EIN
11-3791806
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Epilepsy Society (AES)

The American Epilepsy Society promotes research and education for professionals dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and cure of epilepsy.
Revenue
$11.9m
Assets
$22.0m
Employees
31
EIN
04-6112600
IRS type
501(c)(3)

American Osteopathic Information Association

The American Osteopathic Information Association advances osteopathic medicine through advocacy, innovative resources, and partnerships while enhancing patient care and professional development.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$19.9m
Employees
15
EIN
36-4340931
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Lungevity Foundation

The Lungevity Foundation transforms lung cancer diagnosis and treatment through research, education, support services, and advocacy for improved survivorship and patient care.
Revenue
$14.2m
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
60
EIN
36-4433410
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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