# Renaissance Knights Foundation

Recreational clubs nonprofit in Wauconda, Illinois 60084. EIN 20-2728157. Data as of November 8, 2026.

Page: https://backpr.com/find/nonprofit/202728157-renaissance-knights-foundation

## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To foster the intellectual and social development of disadvantaged youth in diverse communities throughout the city of chicago through vibrant chess education programs, tournaments, and events.

Source: Form 990, year ending Jun 2026: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/202728157/202602269349301320/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Recreational clubs (IRS activity code N50)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2005
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organizations-business-master-file-extract-eo-bmf

## Finances (IRS Form 990 e-file data)

| Year ending | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Net assets | Employees | Volunteers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | $292,590 | $263,506 | $215,429 | $210,322 | 3 | 15 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/202728157/202602269349301320/full) |

Expense split, year ending Jun 2026: programs $233,341 (89%), management $30,165 (11%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Jun 2026: gifts and grants $11,937, program fees $280,619, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue $292,590 is higher than roughly 70 to 80% of 62 recreation and club nonprofits in Illinois; median $151,367.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Lake County, Illinois: about 162,161 children under 18 (U.S. Census Bureau, July 1, 2024): https://www2.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/datasets/2020-2024/counties/asrh/cc-est2024-agesex-all.csv
- 292 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.8 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Wauconda: 2 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/illinois/wauconda
- Illinois rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/illinois

## Questions

**What is Renaissance Knights Foundation's EIN?**

Renaissance Knights Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-2728157. It is the nine-digit number the IRS uses to identify the organization. Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File posted October 13, 2026.

**Is Renaissance Knights Foundation a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Renaissance Knights Foundation in Wauconda, Illinois as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2005. This is from the IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026. Status can change, so check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**Are donations to Renaissance Knights Foundation tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Renaissance Knights Foundation as tax-deductible (IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026). How much you can deduct depends on your own taxes, and this is not tax advice. Check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**What does Renaissance Knights Foundation do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Jun 2026: "To foster the intellectual and social development of disadvantaged youth in diverse communities throughout the city of chicago through vibrant chess education programs, tournaments, and events." The IRS classifies it as: Recreational clubs.

**How much money does Renaissance Knights Foundation take in?**

For the year ending Jun 2026, Renaissance Knights Foundation reported total revenue of $292,590 and total expenses of $263,506 on its Form 990 (IRS Form 990 e-file data).

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Data as of November 8, 2026. Sources: IRS Business Master File, IRS Form 990 series e-file data, U.S. Census Bureau. No officer or staff names are published.