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Young Mens Educational Network

Chicago, ILEIN: 36-4124098Website

Data sourced from IRS 990 public filings

Young Mens Educational Network Young Men's Educational NetworkDeveloping youth leaders today for the future of our families tomorrow.Our MISSION "To prepare young men and women in North Lawndale for leadership by helping them grow in their faith and character, develop a love for learning, and use their talents to serve the community and strengthen our families.Read moreThe Month's EventsJanuary 2026TodayMonTueWedThuFriSatSun2930311234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303112345678LATEST NEWS“ALL HANDS ON DECK! This is YMEN’s moment to serve like we have never served before,” said Michael Trout, YMEN’s Founder. The pandemic has affected African-Americans at a rate that is seven times more than other communities. We have been told that the 60623 and 60624 zip codes of North Lawndale have led the state in both percentage of cases and number of fatalities. COVID-19 has also led to tremendous financial strain as non-essential workers have been furloughed and many have lost their employment. Read more YMEN'S Community COVID IMPACTThe Young Men's Educational Network (YMEN) teams up with Gorilla Gourmet to provide critical food supplies to 1,000 people each week in North Lawndale. Every Thursday is filled with joy and love as the Young Men’s Educational Network (YMEN) delivers 250 boxes of nutritious food to families in North Lawndale.Read more

Faith-Based Service (Non-Political)
Youth/Teens (Ages 13-18)
Local (City/County Level)
Direct Service Delivery
Education & Awareness
After-School & Out-of-School Programs
Youth Mentoring
Youth Leadership & Civic Engagement

Annual Revenue

$2,602,138

Known Funders

22

Grants Received

47

Financial History

YearRevenueExpensesAssets
2024$2,602,138$1,632,668$7,945,150
2023$1,933,609$1,490,207$6,804,422
2022$1,911,121$1,248,691$6,081,327
2021$1,815,532$944,109$5,813,808
2020$1,838,692$927,812$4,927,782

Top Funders

FOREFRONT

CHICAGO, IL

$525,000 (2021)
FOREFRONT

CHICAGO, IL

$495,000 (2022)
NETWORK FOR GOOD

WASHINGTON, DC

$138,443 (2022)
NETWORK FOR GOOD

WASHINGTON, DC

$121,954 (2021)
NETWORK FOR GOOD

WASHINGTON, DC

$107,063 (2023)
TIDES CENTER

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

$75,000 (2023)
$71,000 (2023)
$59,500 (2021)
$46,200 (2021)
$44,000 (2023)

Showing top 10 of 22 funders.

Key Personnel

From 2024 IRS 990 filing

F

FRANK WHITING

DIRECTOR

D

DR CARNELL THOMAS

DIRECTOR

M

MARK PETERSEN

DIRECTOR

E

ERIC LINDSAY

DIRECTOR

C

CHRIS CRATER

DIRECTOR

D

DERRICK ANDERSON

DIRECTOR

J

JAYLAH BROOKS

TREASURER

Officer
C

CHAD TAMELING

SECRETARY

Officer
J

JAMIL BROWN

VICE PRESIDENT

Officer
M

MARCUS THRONE

PRESEDENT

Officer

Showing 10 of 11 key personnel.

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