The Baby Fold Building | thebabyfold.org
The Baby Fold Building | thebabyfold.org
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 1902 by Nancy Mason and Allen Mason, The Baby Fold states that its mission is: “The Baby Fold has been serving children and families since 1902. We currently serve over 1200 individuals every year through 12 programs that wrap services around children and families across 28 counties in Central Illinois. The Baby Fold builds positive futures with children and families while reflecting the Christian principles of love, hope, and healing.”
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 $19,366,800 in total revenue. Of that, $3,294,440 came from government grants including federal, state, or local sources, making up 17% of total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $4,632,330 in contributions overall. It also reported $55,093 in non-cash contributions, such as donated goods or services, and $1,324,780 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, The Baby Fold had $27,364,100 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $29,858,100, indicating a 9.1% growth in overall holdings.
According to its filing, public funding to The Baby Fold declined in the last year, falling from $3,642,520 in 2023 to $3,294,440 in 2024—a decrease of 9.6% 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.
The Baby Fold 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 | Aimee B Beam | Vp Of Dpr |
| 2024-2024 | Brett Peterson | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Chad Allen | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Charles E Knudson | Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | Clete Winkelmann | President & Ceo |
| 2024-2024 | Cory Tello | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Dawn Sanner Pote | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Dianne Schultz | President/Ceo |
| 2024-2024 | Jene Autricia Pulliam | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Julie Dobski | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Keith Zimmerman | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kent King | Vice Chair |
| 2024-2024 | Larry Phillips | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Linda J Park | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Lori J Short | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Luis A Cornejo | Info Services Manager |
| 2024-2024 | Marlene D Dietz | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Matt Johnston | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Nancy Behrens | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Philip W Mitchell | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Ray Owens | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Renesia D Martin | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Rhonda Howard | Academic Director |
| 2024-2024 | Rob Parent | Chair |
| 2024-2024 | Robyn C Cashen | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Sandi Scheidenhelm | Secretary |
| 2024-2024 | Sarah Boitnott | Director Academic Services |
| 2024-2024 | Stephanie Jeanblanc | Hammitt Principal |
| 2024-2024 | Tom Carroll | Director |
| Year | Name | Title | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Kimberly L Alsip | - | |
| 2015 | Maryellen Lorayne Ivy | - | |
| 2015 | Travis C Simmons | - | |
| 2010 | Krystyn Rutherford | - | |
| 2007 | Albert Delos Santos | - | |
| 2007 | Curtis Bryan Radford | - | |
| 2005 | Scott Doyle | - | |
| 2004 | Aubrey K Barlow | - | |
| 2004 | Jacob Ryan Dixon | - | |
| 2003 | Martha E Carlton | - | |
| 2002 | Lisa C Teplitz | - | |
| 1999 | Rebecca L Haremaker | - | |
| 1998 | Christina A Bray | - | |
| 1998 | Devon Reed | - | |
| 1998 | Lisa Teplitz | - | |
| 1998 | Suzanne M Kelley | - | |
| 1993 | Eric D Newble | - | |
| 1990 | Karyn A Hasty | - |
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