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Community Support Services Inc

EIN 36-3122784 · Brookfield, IL

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

A PRIVATE NOT-FOR-PROFIT SERVICE AGENCY THAT INITIATES, PROVIDES, AND PROMOTES SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITIES.

Income
$9.7 million
Spending
$8.7 million
Spent on programs
67%
Reserves
8.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 90%
Employees
127
Volunteers
52
Highest pay
$204,309, 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

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 8.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 8% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 11% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 17% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    67% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 34 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. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • 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 (8)
  1. $3.3 million spent. THE ORGANIZATION'S 24-HOUR SUPPORTED LIVING PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO HELP ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ACCESS A BROAD SPECTRUM OF SUPPORT SO THAT THEY CAN HAVE INDEPENDENT LIVES. THE 24-HOUR PROGRAM CONSISTS OF EIGHT AGENCY-OPERATED HOMES IN LOCAL COMMUNITIES; SEVEN ARE AGENCY-OWNED AND ONE IS A RENTAL HOME.
  2. $713,181 spent. COMMUNITY DAY SERVICES OFFER ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ACTIVITIES WHERE THEY CHOOSE MEANINGFUL WAYS TO SPEND THEIR DAY. SOME ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: STRUCTURED VOLUNTEER WORK; CREATIVE CLASSES IN ART, MUSIC AND DANCE; ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING; HEALTH AND WELLNESS CLASSES; GROUP EXERCISE; CLASSES STRUCTURED AROUND DEVELOPING JOB SKILLS AND JOB SEARCHING. PARTICIPANTS ALSO ENJOY ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY, INCLUDING VOLUNTEER WORK; FIELD TRIPS TO MUSEUMS, ZOOS, AND CULTURAL EVENTS; AS WELL AS FUN RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES LIKE BOWLING AND SHOPPING.
  3. $658,132 spent. RESPITE SERVICES ARE PERSON-CENTERED SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THEIR CAREGIVERS. THE GOALS OF THE PROGRAM ARE TO GIVE PRIMARY CAREGIVERS A BREAK FROM THEIR CAREGIVING RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ALSO TO GIVE THE INDIVIDUAL THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES TO ENHANCE THEIR SOCIAL, RECREATIONAL, AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT. THE ORGANIZATION OFFERS A VARIETY OF SERVICE OPTIONS, INCLUDING INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP PROGRAMS. ALL SERVICES ARE INDIVIDUALIZED AND TAILORED TO THE NEEDS, INTERESTS, AND DESIRES OF THE INDIVIDUAL AND THEIR FAMILY. THE SERVICES PROVIDE MEANINGFUL ACTIVITIES FOR THE INDIVIDUAL SERVED, AND REDUCE STRESS BY PROVIDING RELIEF FOR PRIMARY CAREGIVERS.
  4. $599,304 spent. THE ORGANIZATION'S INTERMITTENT SUPPORTED LIVING PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO HELP ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENT DISABILITIES ACCESS AN EXTENSIVE RANGE OF SERVICES. THE INTERMITTENT PROGRAM SUPPORTS INDIVIDUALS LIVING INDEPENDENTLY OR WITH THEIR FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITIES.
  5. $223,347 spent. CASE MANAGEMENT IS PERSON-CENTERED SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES DESIGNED TO HELP MEET THEIR NEEDS THROUGH EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY. SERVICES INCLUDE INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP RESPITE PROGRAMS; PUBLIC BENEFITS SUCH AS MEDICAID AND SOCIAL SECURITY; OTHER SOCIAL SERVICES SUCH AS FOOD PANTRIES AND ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS; AND EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS. CASE MANAGERS ALSO PROVIDE ADVOCACY IN SCHOOLS AND OTHER SETTINGS. SERVICES AND SUPPORTS ARE INDIVIDUALIZED AND TAILORED TO THE NEEDS, INTERESTS, AND DESIRES OF THE INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES.
  6. $218,069 spent. CLINICAL SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE TO ADULT CLIENTS WHO NEED ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR A WIDE RANGE OF MENTAL HEALTH AND BEHAVIORAL CONCERNS. LICENSED STAFF, INCLUDING LICENSED CLINICAL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS AND BOARD CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS, PROVIDE INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP COUNSELING, THERAPY, AND BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION. THESE TEAM MEMBERS ALSO PROVIDE TRAINING TO DIRECT CARE STAFF AND FAMILY MEMBERS TO HELP SUPPORT THE INDIVIDUALS SERVED.
  7. $128,953 spent. SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES ARE DESIGNED FOR ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES WHO ARE INTERESTED IN WORKING IN THE COMMUNITY. THE FOCUS FOR PARTICIPANTS IS NOT ONLY ON ACHIEVING EMPLOYMENT; BUT, ALSO ACQUIRING THE SKILLS TO BECOME PRODUCTIVE AND VALUABLE EMPLOYEES.
  8. $18,256 spent. SENIOR SERVICES PROVIDE ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS WHO LIVE IN NURSING FACILITIES ABILITY TO RECEIVE SPECIALIZED SUPPORT FROM A STATE GRANT THAT CONSISTS OF RECREATION AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION 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 November 6, 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 October 1981.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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