# Brilliance and Excellence Nfp

Youth development programs nonprofit in Chicago, Illinois 60616. EIN 88-2941624. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> The Brilliance and Excellence Movement exists to showcase the brilliance and excellence of boys and young men of color while working to promote safe and peaceful communities. The movements work centers on elevating opportunity highlighting positive outcomes and uplifting community narratives in ways that foster safety belonging and purposeful growth for youth of color. Brilliance and Excellence...

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2025: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/882941624/202640619349300204/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Youth development programs (IRS activity code O50)
- 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 2025 | $265,100 | $240,782 | $26,399 | $26,399 | 0 | 0 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/882941624/202640619349300204/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2025: programs $129,826 (100%), management $0 (0%), fundraising $0 (0%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2025: gifts and grants $265,100, program fees $0, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 80 of 543 youth development nonprofits in Chicago.
- Revenue $265,100 is higher than roughly 60 to 70% of 505 youth development nonprofits in Illinois; median $157,728.
- 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 Brilliance and Excellence Nfp's EIN?**

Brilliance and Excellence Nfp's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-2941624. 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 Brilliance and Excellence Nfp a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Brilliance and Excellence Nfp 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 Brilliance and Excellence Nfp tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Brilliance and Excellence Nfp 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 Brilliance and Excellence Nfp do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2025: "The Brilliance and Excellence Movement exists to showcase the brilliance and excellence of boys and young men of color while working to promote safe and peaceful communities. The movements work centers on elevating opportunity highlighting positive outcomes and uplifting community narratives in ways that foster safety belonging and purposeful growth for youth of color. Brilliance and Excellence..." The IRS classifies it as: Youth development programs.

**How much money does Brilliance and Excellence Nfp take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2025, Brilliance and Excellence Nfp reported total revenue of $265,100 and total expenses of $240,782 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.