Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery on Google Map | Google Maps
Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery on Google Map | Google Maps
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 2021 by Dianne Odonnell, Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery states that its mission is: “Mission is to provide disaster relief in order to restore the financial, physical and/or psychological well being of Woodridge Illinois residents whose lives have been adversely affected by disasters that have affected the community.”
In its most recent IRS Form 990 filing filing for tax year 2024, the organization reported $9,677 in total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $8,475 in contributions overall. It also reported $950 in non-cash contributions, such as donated goods or services, and $8,475 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery had $131,373 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $79,330, indicating a significant 39.6% decline in overall holdings.
However, a Chicago City Wire analysis found that IRS filings frequently contain discrepancies when compared with publicly disclosed government grant reports and budgets.
Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery 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 Hannigan Wiehn | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Dianne Odonnell | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Gary Stephen Krasno | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Glenn M Mazade | Co Chairman |
| 2024-2024 | Loren Tiede | Secretary/Tres. |
| 2024-2024 | Pamela J Beavers | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Randon C Gardley | Director |
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