THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
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The Chicago Academy of Sciences (EIN: 36-0895575) is a nonprofit organization focused on science museums, dedicated to fostering a positive relationship between people and nature through education, research, and community engagement. With an operating budget of $8.4 million and total revenue of $7.3 million for the 2024 filing year, the organization relies on a diverse range of funding sources without a single funder contributing 50% or more of its revenue. More information can be found on their website at www.naturemuseum.org.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF CAS/PNNM IS TO CREATE A POSITIVE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PEOPLE AND NATURE THROUGH COLLABORATIONS, EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND COLLECTIONS, EXHIBITS AND PUBLIC FORUMS THAT FOSTER URBAN CONNECTIONS TO OUR REGION'S NATURE AND SCIENCE.
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Science museums
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES’s budget?
In 2024, THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES reported an annual operating budget of around $8.4 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES support?
THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES supports work in Science museums.
Where does THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES operate?
THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES is headquartered in Chicago, IL.
Who funded THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES recently?
In 2025, THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES received grants from CHARITIES AID FOUNDATION AMERICA, The Chicago Community Trust, and DONOR ADVISED CHARITABLE GIVING INC. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES received in 2024?
The largest grant to THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES in 2024 exceeds $121 thousand.
What is THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES’s reliance on government grants?
THE CHICAGO ACADEMY OF SCIENCES relied on government grants for more than 30% of their total revenue in 2024.
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