Operation Up-Lift Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Operation Uplift Inc. is a grassroots not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing social services to unemployed and underemployed residents in the West Suburban Cook County communities. Since its inception in 1968 it has supported over 37,500 clients. The organization operates key programs such as the Operation Uplift Training and Resource Center which offers computer training job readiness skills employment referral assistance life management counseling GED studies nutritional counseling and small business seminars. Additionally the West Town Museum of Cultural History is part of its offerings. Operation Uplift is actively involved in community collaborations as a member of the Maywood Chamber of Commerce the Triton College Advisory Council on Adult Education and the Mayors Summit on Crime & Violence.
- Income
- $34,018
- Spending
- $38,211
- Reserves
- -14.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $4,960, museum curator
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (2)
- $12,695 spent. The West Town Museum of Cultural History was established in 1995 with the purpose of researching designing exhibiting and echoing the heritage of Chicagos West Suburban Community. The museum focuses 80% on Black History blending it with other cultures to tell the true story of American History. This mission promotes historic achievements and emphasizes the importance of the present and future. As part of our educational outreach we conducted museum tours for the entire 4th grade class of School District 89 integrating the visits into their Black History Curriculum. The Museum also offered tours to the public. In addition the Museum staff conducted the African American Heritage Tour. This special tour was part of our 2025 Juneteenth National Freedom Day Celebration aiming to enhance public understanding and appreciation of African American history and culture.
- $8,695 spent. Program Service Accomplishments for Operation Uplift Training and Resource Center: Throughout the fiscal year the Operation Uplift Training and Resource Center remained dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of unemployed and underemployed individuals in the West Suburban Cook County area. Operation Uplift provided the following services: Hands-on computer training aimed at improving digital literacy. Job readiness skills sessions designed to enhance employability. Employment referral assistance to facilitate job connections. Life management counseling to support comprehensive personal development. Nutritional counseling to promote healthy lifestyle choices. In addition to these offerings the center actively sought new grant funding opportunities to sustain and expand its program offerings ensuring continued support for the communitys evolving needs.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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 September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on November 15, 2011 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on November 15, 2011.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
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 September 10, 2026.
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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 2018.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
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 7, 2026.
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