EIN 36-3687394

Chicago Public Media

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
210
Year formed
1989
Most recent tax filings
2023-06-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
Chicago Public Media serves the public interest by creating and delivering diverse compelling content that informs, inspires, enriches and entertains. Through a broad range of media platforms, they connect diverse audiences in their service area & bey...
Also known as...
Wbez Alliance
Total revenues
$38,697,858
2023
Total expenses
$29,952,071
2023
Total assets
$105,531,134
2023
Num. employees
210
2023

Program areas at Chicago Public Media

Chicago Public Media, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that serves the Public interest by producing and delivering diverse, compelling content of multiple viewpoints and expression. Chicago Public Media broadcasts its service on four non-commercial fm radio stations: wbez 91.5 fm in Chicago, wbeq 90.7 fm in morris, 91.7 fm (w219cd) in elgin, Illinois, and wbek 91.1 fm in kankakee, Illinois; digitally via wbez.org, smart speakers, mobile apps, podcasts and in live events that generate conversations across communities.
Chicago Public Media operates a Public Media on-line/on-air service, on 91.1 fm which is broadcast on wbew 89.5 fm in chesterton, Indiana, and on 91.1 fm (w216cl) in Chicago. Vocalo radio was established as an inspirational brand that celebrates our city's cultural diversity and brings the community together around music - specifically, the urban alternative format. Vocalo radio actively looks to create and promote positivity and, through music, break down the barriers that segregate our communities.

Who funds Chicago Public Media

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Chicago Community TrustGeneral Operating Support for Wbez and Vocalo'S Journalism and Public Engagement Programs.$2,365,150
Corporation for Public BroadcastingRCSG$1,383,616
John S. and James L. Knight FoundationTo Support the Post-Acquisition Transition of the Chicago Sun-Times Into Chicago Public Media, in Order To Support Chicago Media and Learn From A Unique Model That Could Potentially Be Replicated in Other U.s. Cities.$1,000,000
...and 196 more grants received totalling $10,251,640

Personnel at Chicago Public Media

NameTitleCompensation
Matthew MoogChief Executive Officer$598,785
Rina DedhiaChief Financial Officer$326,581
Kassandra StephensonChief Marketing Officer$175,827
Lucy KimChief Advancement Officer$323,562
Valerie Toney ParkerChief People Officer$239,084
...and 29 more key personnel

Financials for Chicago Public Media

RevenuesFYE 06/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$30,954,140
Program services$2,223,748
Investment income and dividends$1,887,284
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$260,400
Net rental income$160,220
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$3,396,273
Net income from fundraising events$-184,207
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$38,697,858

Form 990s for Chicago Public Media

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-062023-11-13990View PDF
2022-062022-11-14990View PDF
2021-062021-11-15990View PDF
2020-062021-04-05990View PDF
2019-062020-02-15990View PDF
...and 10 more Form 990s

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Cascade Public MediaSeattle, WA$41,687,198
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WnetNew York, NY$152,882,830
Kcetlink PBS Socal Or Link TVBurbank, CA$54,285,860
Twin Cities Public Television (TPT)Saint Paul, MN$61,999,744
KCPTKansas City, MO$14,417,252
South Florida PBSBoynton Beach, FL$12,247,643
KvieSacramento, CA$16,542,728
KlruAustin, TX$16,383,398
Wfyi Public MediaIndianapolis, IN$18,488,530
Data update history
February 3, 2024
Received grants
Identified 44 new grant, including a grant for $1,000,000 from John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
December 24, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
December 24, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 8 new personnel
December 23, 2023
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
October 25, 2023
Received grants
Identified 8 new grant, including a grant for $2,365,150 from The Chicago Community Trust
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMedia and communications organizationsTelevision producers / broadcastersHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
MembershipsFundraising eventsState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportGala fundraisersTax deductible donations
General information
Address
848 E Grand Ave Navy Pier
Chicago, IL 60611
Metro area
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI
County
Cook County, IL
Website URL
wbez.org/about 
Phone
(312) 948-4600
Facebook page
wbez915 
Twitter profile
@wbez 
IRS details
EIN
36-3687394
Fiscal year end
June
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1989
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A32: Television
NAICS code, primary
51512: Television Broadcasting
Parent/child status
Central organization
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