Terry Benshoof, President of Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans Inc. | LinkedIn
Terry Benshoof, President of Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans Inc. | LinkedIn
This appropriation represents state-level funding authorized by lawmakers, reflecting what was approved in the budget, not necessarily disbursed. The funds cover only State of Illinois support and exclude federal, local, or other public sources.
Founded in 2007 by Robert M. Adams and Dirk Enger, Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans Inc. states that its mission is: “To empower at-risk veterans, and their families, to become self-sufficient, productive members of their communities.”
You can learn more about the organization at its website.
In its most recent IRS Form 990 filing filing for tax year 2024, the organization reported $2,206,320 in total revenue. Of that, $1,057,280 came from government grants including federal, state, or local sources, making up 47.9% of total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $2,123,860 in contributions overall. It also reported $80,000 in non-cash contributions, such as donated goods or services, and $1,066,580 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans Inc. had $3,918,050 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $3,659,910, indicating a 6.6% decline in overall holdings.
According to its filing, public funding to Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans Inc. declined in the last year, falling from $1,193,650 in 2023 to $1,057,280 in 2024—a decrease of 11.4% year-over-year.
However, a Chicago City Wire analysis found that IRS filings frequently contain discrepancies when compared with publicly disclosed government grant reports and budgets.
Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans Inc. is one of hundreds of nonprofits across Illinois that receive substantial support from state taxpayers while also fundraising privately.
In 2025, Illinois lawmakers introduced House Bill 1266, also known as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Act. The proposal would create a new oversight body within the Office of the Auditor General tasked with identifying cost-saving measures, reviewing agency performance, and advising on audit priorities. If passed, DOGE could bring additional scrutiny and performance evaluation to taxpayer-funded organizations.
According to ProPublica, Illinois has more than 78,000 active tax-exempt organizations, including nearly 60,000 classified as charitable nonprofits. In their most recent IRS filings, these groups reported a combined revenue exceeding $156 billion.
| Term | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2024 | Chris K Lewis | Executive Director |
| 2024-2024 | Danielle Figueroa | Vice President Of Operations |
| 2024-2024 | Donna Levigne | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Jack Erwin | Director |
| 2024-2024 | John Hughes | Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | John Wilt | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Justin Smit | Secretary |
| 2024-2024 | Marvin H Donelson | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Michael Pica | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Rizik Mohammad | Deputy Executive Director |
| 2024-2024 | Scott Ziemba | President |
| 2024-2024 | Terry Benshoof | Vice President |
| Year | Name | Title | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jane Elizabeth Maday | Gpd Case Manager | - |
| 2024 | John Dixon | Vetreran Fulfillment Manager | - |
| 2024 | Katherine Lucetta Bartuch | Case Manager | - |
| 2024 | Megan Mijares | Healthcare Navigator | - |
| 2024 | Osvaldo Salcedo | Permanent Supportive Housing Case Manager | - |
| 2024 | Rizik M Mohammad | Ssvf Program Manager | - |
| 2024 | Terrence J Benshoof | Board Member | - |
| 2024 | Thomas Galassini | Finance And Operations Officer | - |
| 2018 | Jason Eric Miller | Weekend Manager | - |
| 2017 | Jane Tyschenko-Mysliwiec | Executive Director | - |
| 2017 | Matthew R Fazendin | Ssvf Case Manager | - |
| 2015 | CARLIE M YACOBI | Case Manager | - |
| 2015 | Pamela A Kostecki | Executive Director | - |
| 2013 | Kevin Russell | Case Manager | - |
| 2009 | Kelli Jo Nowak | Case Manager Intern | - |
| 2007 | Jeanne L Tilseth | House Manager | - |
| 2006 | William Henry Kern | Producer And Event Coordinator | - |
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