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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Community Crisis Center Inc.

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Maureen Manning, Executive Director at Community Crisis Center Inc | Community Crisis Center Inc

Maureen Manning, Executive Director at Community Crisis Center Inc | Community Crisis Center Inc

Community Crisis Center Inc., a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $258,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

This appropriation represents state-level funding authorized by lawmakers, reflecting what was approved in the budget, not necessarily disbursed. The funds cover only State of Illinois support and exclude federal, local, or other public sources.

Founded in 1975, Community Crisis Center Inc. states that its mission is: “The Community Crisis Center’s skilled, caring individuals provide 24/7 crisis intervention, resources and shelter.”

You can learn more about the organization at its website.

In its most recent IRS Form 990 filing filing for tax year 2024, the organization reported $3,987,750 in total revenue. Of that, $2,893,860 came from government grants including federal, state, or local sources, making up 72.6% of total revenue.

The nonprofit listed $3,793,780 in contributions overall. It also reported $221,714 in non-cash contributions, such as donated goods or services, and $674,222 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.

At the beginning of 2024, Community Crisis Center Inc. had $5,924,490 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $5,886,980, indicating a 0.6% decline in overall holdings.

According to its filing, public funding to Community Crisis Center Inc. increased in the last year. The group received $2,286,060 in government grants in 2023, compared to $2,893,860 in 2024—an increase of 26.6% year-over-year.

However, a Chicago City Wire analysis found that IRS filings frequently contain discrepancies when compared with publicly disclosed government grant reports and budgets.

Community Crisis Center Inc. is one of hundreds of nonprofits across Illinois that receive substantial support from state taxpayers while also fundraising privately.

In 2025, Illinois lawmakers introduced House Bill 1266, also known as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Act. The proposal would create a new oversight body within the Office of the Auditor General tasked with identifying cost-saving measures, reviewing agency performance, and advising on audit priorities. If passed, DOGE could bring additional scrutiny and performance evaluation to taxpayer-funded organizations.

According to ProPublica, Illinois has more than 78,000 active tax-exempt organizations, including nearly 60,000 classified as charitable nonprofits. In their most recent IRS filings, these groups reported a combined revenue exceeding $156 billion.

Community Crisis Center Inc. 990 Filing – Key Officers
TermNameTitle
2024-2024Bhumika SachdevDirector
2024-2024Chathia JohnsonDirector
2024-2024Edward J HunterDirector
2024-2024Keith E BrillTreasurer
2024-2024Laura R ConroyDirector
2024-2024Mariana G BarrigaDirector
2024-2024Maureen ManningExecutive Director
2024-2024Pastor Phil TrzynkaFormer Director
2024-2024Patricia Piper GoldenDirector
2024-2024Patricia A ShaferDirector
2024-2024Patrick Hoey IiiFormer Director
2024-2024Rachel M HernandezFormer Secretary
2024-2024Rhonda Robinson FarrarFormer Director
2024-2024Sarah RabeDirector
2024-2024Sherry TotzkeVice President
Community Crisis Center Inc. Employee Roster (Most Recent Year Available)
YearNameTitleCompensation
2024Amanda HolmquistMental Health Worker-
2024Angela Ann ZeynVolunteer Recruiter And Coordinator-
2024Angela R DelvecchioTherapist-
2024Dana L GillDomestic Violence Counselor-
2024Denise E ShirkRegistered Nurse Bsn-
2024Elisa Marie HolmesGrants Contract Manager-
2024Faith L LillDirector Of Finance-
2024Kevin FischerAbuse Intervention Counselor-
2024Maurice Pritchard JrMht-
2024Ruthie M PetersonDomestic Violence Educator-
2024Susan R TravisHuman Resources Manager-
2024Timothy D StaufferSystem Administrator-
2018Magdelena MartinezDomestic Violence Counselor-
2018Ray Edward HazenClinical Supervisor - Assessment Counselor-
2018Stephanie Nicole BuonocoreIntern-
2017Martha L TrujilloCase Manager-
2017Tessa L LongoCase Manager-
2015Bridget DoveattCase Manager-
2015Marie F H BesoreCase Manager-
2014Brittani Teruko AranaShelter Mnager-
2014Deanna Dee HynesSa Preventative Educator, Scheduler-
2014Joe VegaBookkeeper-
2014Katie Marie KolzowCase Manager And Crisis Counselor-
2013Amanda Lynne PenkovaTeam Lead-
2013Mae S BehmBilingual Case Manager-
2013Monica A ValadezCase Manager-
2013Nakia Shantell PollardTeam Lead-
2013Samantha Lauren WolberIntern Case Manager-
2012Caitlin A DisalvoAssistant To The Executive Director-
2012Isabell W CiszewskiDomestic Violence Victims Advocate-
2012Samantha MartiranoSexual Assault Legal Advocate-
2012Stephanie A LuizziCrisis Consultant-
2012Valentino R ChavezSexual Assault Medical And Legal Advocate; Volunteer Coordinator-
2011Kelly J PasholkPart Time Case Manager-
2011Pauline Mae GarciaFinancial Case Manager-
2010Brianna Nicole MurphyFood Bank Assistant Manager-
2010Dawn M StavropoulosIt Technical Support And Systems Administrator-
2010Desiree Lynn NitscheCase Manager-
2010Warren HeardCrisis Counselor-
2009Jennifer A TuazonChildren's Counselor-
2008Kelly WydraVictim Advocate-
2008Monica HernandezIntern And Case Manager-
2004Amy Nicole SmethurstCrisis Counselor-
2004Julia M HarrisGroup Counselor, Community Educator, And Volunteer Medical Advocate-
2001Diane C FuhsDomestic Violence Counselor-
2000Denise Marie HeybrockCounselor And Group Leader-
1997Jennifer C SterpinHotline Counselor And Victim Advocate-

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