Free Street Programs INC
Creates affordable, inclusive theater in Chicago communities, challenging segregation through the arts. For fiscal year 2025 it reported $515K in revenue, $438K in expenses, and $463K in net assets.Pt I
- Type
- Public charity (501(c)(3)) · Nonprofit
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Website
- www.freestreet.org
- Filings
- 6 on file (2020–2025)
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Summary of the Filing
Where the work happens
Theater
The Organization works with people across Chicago to create an original ensemble performance that tells the complicated stories of the City. The Organization creates 6-8 shows per year that are performed in Pulaski Park, Back Of The Yards, public parks And community centers.
Community Engagement
The Organization offers a wide range of workshops, classes and training for people of all ages to develop their skills as artists and change-makers. The Organization offers these workshops for free at community centers or in homes in Pulaski Park and Back Of The Yards.
Arts Education
The Organization trains youth ages 5-24 in writing, acting, ensemble and critical thinking skills. The Organization has two resident youth ensembles and operates a park program for kids ages 5-12 at Pulaski Park.
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Governance & Policies
Officers, Directors & Key Employees
Compensation history total reportable pay by year · 3 named individuals · Part VII
| Name | FY2025 | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 | FY2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karla Estela Rivera | — | — | — | $69,599 | $62,885 | — |
| Katrina Dion | $67,853 | $65,135 | $61,091 | — | — | — |
| Karla Rivera | — | — | — | — | — | $52,154 |
Total reportable compensation (Form 990 Part VII column D / Schedule J column E) by filing year, matched by name within this organization. The Schedule J base / bonus / deferred breakdown is not parsed into this dataset.
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Financial Metrics
Same NTEE category, revenue band, and state where available. Descriptive — not a grade.
| Metric | This org | Peer median | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Program ratio | 72% | — | — |
| Overhead ratio | 12% | — | — |
| Fundraising cost ratio | 14% | — | — |
| Revenue growth | 19% | — | — |
| Investment management fee ratio | 0% | — | — |
| Legal fee ratio | 0% | — | — |
| Accounting fee ratio | 0% | — | — |
| Fundraising fee ratio | 0% | — | — |
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