# Development of the Arts

Arts education nonprofit in Chicago, Illinois 60657. EIN 61-1668938. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To support and provide arts and entertainment, education, development and productions for God's people worldwide.

Source: Form 990-EZ, year ending Dec 2022: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/611668938/202423559349200207/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A25)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2023
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2022 | $60,310 | $59,938 | $717 | $717 | - | - | [Form 990-EZ](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/611668938/202423559349200207/full) |

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2022: gifts and grants $60,310, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 34 of 106 arts education nonprofits in Chicago.
- Revenue $60,310 is higher than roughly 20 to 30% of 74 arts education nonprofits in Illinois; median $194,994.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Cook County, Illinois: about 1,053,196 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
- 2,288 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 2.2 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Chicago: 780 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/illinois/chicago
- Illinois rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/illinois

## Questions

**What is Development of the Arts's EIN?**

Development of the Arts's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-1668938. 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 Development of the Arts a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Development of the Arts in Chicago, Illinois as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2023. 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 Development of the Arts tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Development of the Arts 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 Development of the Arts do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2022: "To support and provide arts and entertainment, education, development and productions for God's people worldwide." The IRS classifies it as: Arts education.

**How much money does Development of the Arts take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2022, Development of the Arts reported total revenue of $60,310 and total expenses of $59,938 on its Form 990-EZ (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.