Family Matters Inc Building | Facebook
Family Matters Inc Building | Facebook
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 1987 by Kim DeLong, Family Matters Inc. states that its mission is: “We seek to build an equitable society for all.”
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 $1,262,100 in total revenue. Of that, $335,710 came from government grants including federal, state, or local sources, making up 26.6% of total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $1,144,370 in contributions overall. It also reported $742,750 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, Family Matters Inc. had $582,420 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $808,735, indicating a significant 38.9% growth in overall holdings.
According to its filing, public funding to Family Matters Inc. surged in the last year. The group received $106,831 in government grants in 2023, compared to $335,710 in 2024—an increase of 214.2% 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.
Family Matters 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.
| Term | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2024 | Arlene Cristyn Montalvo | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Brad Schwarzhoff | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Breanne L Parker | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Carrie Smart | Secretary |
| 2024-2024 | Cynthia D Patti | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Dorian L Bezanis | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Evan Airey | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Jeanette M Lieb | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Jessica Martha Reggi | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kam Myles | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kierra Turnbull | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kim Delong | Executive Director |
| 2024-2024 | Michael Chabraja | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Nancy Jarvinen | President |
| 2024-2024 | Olivet Bennett | Vice-President |
| 2024-2024 | Richard Barnes | Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | Robert Mcray | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Robert Bobesink | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Vassillis Vergotis | Director |
| Year | Name | Title | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Michelle Kathleen Broek | Executive Administrator | - |
| 2015 | Michael Robert Tooker | Director Of Advancement | - |
| 2008 | Peter Bartolini | Speaker Team | - |
| 2001 | Kenna Marie Mcgrath | Conference Coordinator | - |
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