The Greater Berkley Chamber of Commerce
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What it says it does
The Greater Berkley Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the Greater Berkley Area so that all areas of its business community shall prosper. All necessary means of promotion shall be provided and particular attention and emphasis shall be given to economic, civic, commercial, cultural, industrial and educational interests of the area.
- Income
- $159,185
- Spending
- $159,938
- Highest pay
- $60,000, executive dir.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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 December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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 December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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 (1)
- Berkley Art Bash took place on June 8, 2024 This one-day art fair with over 180 vendors brought over 10,000 people to downtown Berkley drawing attention to the local stores and restaurants on 12 Mile Rd. in downtown Berkley.Berkley Street Art Fest This street art fest took place on July 13, 2024. It brought more than 4.000 people to Berkley. This festival transformed downtown Berkley with art as chalk artists of all abilities created colorful street art with chance to win cash prizes. Commissioned artist, David Zinn, created chalk art on Coolidge Hwy. In addition, this family-friendly event offered opportunities for guests to create art in various workshops, shop artist booths and the Culinary Arts Corridor, and enjoy live music, entertainment and more! This event helps draw attention to downtown Berkley and in particular the businesses on Coolidge Hwy., where the event primarily took place.State of the Cities This annual event celebrated the Best of Berkley Business honorees, and the accomplishments of the Berkley Chamber, Berkley DDA, Berkley School District and the cities of Berkley, Huntington Woods, and Oak Park. It gives another chance to spotlight why people should do business in Berkley. The event took place on October 23, 2024Berkley Pub Crawl: In partnership with Berkley DDA, organized a Pub Crawl promotion on September 26, 2024 to draw attention to bar / restaurants in Berkley and Oak Park. Fifteen establishments participated in offering specials for the event.Networking Events Chamber Chats - monthly networking events hosted on the third Friday of the month. The Holiday Party was an in person event in December and open to members to attend for free.Support of other local Berkley events Chamber participates in other Berkley Community events that are not organized by the Chamber either through sponsorship or participation with a booth. This included Cruisefest, Berkley Holiday Lights Parade, Berkley Pride, Berkley Education Foundation and Huntington Woods Mens Club. Purpose of support is these events bring attention to the businesses and organizations in the community.Offered promotional opportunities at discounted rate or free for members to promote their business including our Berkley / Huntington Woods / Oak Park City Guide and Welcome to the Neighborhood Packets Recovery Bags. All of these targeted pieces encouraged Berkley and Huntington Woods residents to shop, dine and do business locally. Also promote members through the Chambers social media channels.Organized ribbon cuttings for new businesses in Berkley and then posted pictures on social media to promote and bring attention to the new businesses. Berkley Local Podcast Produced two times in 2024, this podcast show spotlights businesses in Berkley and Huntington Woods. Another way we help draw attention to local businesses with the hope that increases business for local Chamber members.Weekly E-newsletter goes out to members about business and community events, member news and other updates that will help businesses do business in Berkley while also promoting local chamber member businesses. A monthly email also goes to community members spotlighting upcoming events and promoting local businesses.Created a new social media marketing outreach concept called Berkley Bullhorn, to highlight Chamber businesses, and enlighten the public with stories about the business owners. Also our online directory makes it easier for the general public to search for businesses in the Berkley Area.Berk Perk discount card. Several locations sell the card, especially Woodward Corner Market. Also, online in partnership with Berkley Public Schools, in addition to some PTA groups, who receive 50% of the card sales. Over 30 member businesses offer a discount / offer for those showing their card.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. 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)(6) business league.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
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 September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Caution.
The IRS master file records contributions to this 501(c)(6) business league as not deductible.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
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 October 2021.
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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