HIGH JUMP
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HIGH JUMP is a nonprofit organization with an EIN of 36-4470186 that operates a tuition-free, two-year enrichment program for talented and motivated middle school students from families with limited income, focusing on education and sports. With an operating budget of $3.3 million and total revenue of $3.7 million for the 2024 filing year, the program aims to enhance students' academic capabilities, social-emotional skills, and access to high-quality high school options, while also providing support for alumni navigating high school and preparing for college. The organization does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue and can be found online at www.highjumpchicago.org.
Mission Statement
HIGH JUMP IS A TUITION FREE, TWO YEAR ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOR TALENTED AND MOTIVATED MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH LIMITED FAMILY INCOME. THE STUDENTS ATTEND CLASSES FOR A SIX WEEK SESSION DURING THE SUMMERS BEFORE 7TH AND 8TH GRADE; AS WELL AS ATTEND CLASSES TWO SATURDAYS A MONTH DURING THE SCHOOL YEARS. THE PROGRAM GOALS ARE TO IMPROVE THE STUDENTS' ACADEMIC CAPABILITIES, GROW THEIR SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL COMPETENCIES AND INCREASE THEIR ACCESS TO HIGH-QUALITY HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS. HIGH JUMP ALSO OFFERS PROGRAMMING FOR ALUMNI (HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS). THIS PROGRAMMING IS FOCUSED ON HELPING STUDENTS NAVIGATE HIGH SCHOOL, DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS, AND GAIN ACCEPTANCE AND ENROLL IN A FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE PROGRAM.
Cause Areas
2
Sports
Education
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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 HIGH JUMP’s budget?
In 2024, HIGH JUMP reported an annual operating budget of around $3.3 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does HIGH JUMP support?
HIGH JUMP supports work in Sports and Education.
Where does HIGH JUMP operate?
HIGH JUMP is headquartered in Chicago, IL.
Who funded HIGH JUMP recently?
In 2025, HIGH JUMP received grants from AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, JACK KENT COOKE FOUNDATION, and DONOR ADVISED CHARITABLE GIVING INC. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant HIGH JUMP received in 2024?
The largest grant to HIGH JUMP in 2024 exceeds $150 thousand.
What is HIGH JUMP’s reliance on government grants?
HIGH JUMP relied on government grants for less than 5% of their total revenue in 2024.