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Mcdermott Center

EIN 23-7249912 · Chicago, IL

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood78 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

HAYMARKET CENTER IS THE GREATER CHICAGO AREA'S LARGEST AND MOST COMPREHENSIVE NON-PROFIT PROVIDER OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH. PROGRAMS ARE HERE TO HELP INDIVIDUALS SEEKING TREATMENT AS WELL AS THEIR FAMILIES. WE INTEGRATE SUBSTANCE USE TREATMENT, MENTAL HEALTH, AND PRIMARY CARE.

Income
$36.2 million
Spending
$40.3 million
Spent on programs
88%
Reserves
9.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 93%
Employees
524
Volunteers
70
Highest pay
$450,360, president, ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 78 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 9.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 23% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 11% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 12% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $2.8 million spent. Men's Medical Detox is a first step in treatment for many of our patients. Patients are monitored 24 hours per day by physicians and nurses on one of our 16-bed units where their withdrawal symptoms are safely managed with the help of medical intervention. Patients stay on this unit for as long as needed based on the severity of their symptoms and underlying medical conditions. Once stable, all patients are assessed and transitioned to the most appropriate level of residential or outpatient treatment. As with all programs at Haymarket Center, withdrawal management services are tailored to each patient's unique health needs and own personal situation.
  2. $1.8 million spent. Men's Integrated treatment at Haymarket Center is a specialized program designed for men with substance use disorders. The treatment program provides comprehensive, specialized care for men recovering from substance use disorders in a supportive, male-only environment. It offers 24/7 supervision with onsite detox and structured residential treatment, along with counseling, group therapy, and medication-assisted treatment (such as buprenorphine and naltrexone). The program integrates medical and mental health services, trauma-informed care, and vocational support to address the full range of client needs. Continued recovery is reinforced through outpatient programs and recovery housing, helping men build long-term stability while benefiting from tailored services that also address co-occurring mental health challenges.
  3. $1.8 million spent. Men's Residential Treatment offers residential treatment, including medication assisted treatment, for men with substance use disorder. Patients engage in individual and group programs throughout the day. Residential treatment prepares patients to advance to outpatient treatment, a recovery home placement or transition back to the community.
  4. $29.0 million spent. OTHER PROGRAMS

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 1976.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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