Paul Luu, Chief Executive Officer | Chinese American Service League
Paul Luu, Chief Executive Officer | Chinese American Service League
The listed appropriations included two grants of $5,000,000 and $350,000, plus an additional grant of $250,000, all designated for programs or services funded by the State of Illinois.
These appropriations represent 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 1978 by Bernarda Wong, Chinese American Service League states that its mission is: “Building on the wisdom of generations, CASL catalyzes the transformation of individuals, families, and the community for an equitable future.”
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 $31,631,300 in total revenue. Of that, $8,436,570 came from government grants including federal, state, or local sources, making up 26.7% of total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $21,221,500 in contributions overall. It also reported $27,665 in non-cash contributions, such as donated goods or services, and $12,784,900 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, Chinese American Service League had $15,835,300 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $22,358,100, indicating a significant 41.2% growth in overall holdings.
According to its filing, public funding to Chinese American Service League increased in the last year. The group received $7,974,160 in government grants in 2023, compared to $8,436,570 in 2024—an increase of 5.8% 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.
Chinese American Service League 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.
| Fiscal Year | Total Grants/Contracts | Total Taxpayer $$ |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | $5,600,000 |
| Term | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2024 | Adams Brandi | Vice President Of Advancement |
| 2024-2024 | Chin Eileen | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Czyzycki John | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Ewing Jamie | Vice President, Program Strategy |
| 2024-2024 | Fan Anne | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Fong Bonnie | Chairman |
| 2024-2024 | Gin Jennie | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Hall Kevin | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Hsu Wellington | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Jacobson Michelle | Secretary |
| 2024-2024 | Jin Chaoran | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kim Tran | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kwok Eric | Vice Chairman |
| 2024-2024 | Kye Joseph | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Lam Jed | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Lam Denise | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Lee Brian | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Lin Maria | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Luu Paul | Chief Executive Officer |
| 2024-2024 | Manning Matt | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Mark James | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Ngai Paul | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Pai Paul | Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | Pruitt Jered | Chief Operating Officer |
| 2024-2024 | Scumacci Frank | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Warren C Frank | Vice President Of Finance |
| 2024-2024 | Wong Ernest | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Wong Arthur | Director, Emeritus |
| 2024-2024 | Wu Wudi | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Yeung Ann | Director |
| Year | Name | Title | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ada Y Chui | Secretary | - |
| 2024 | BIHUA HUANG | Liheap Caseworker | - |
| 2024 | Bob Baodong Zhou | Program Coordinator | - |
| 2024 | Cindy Chan | Activity Assistant | - |
| 2024 | DARLENEA M DORTCH | Adult Department Group Fitness Instructor | - |
| 2024 | David Li | Social Impact And Policy Officer | - |
| 2024 | Demis Manosh Thomas | Teaching Assistant | - |
| 2024 | Douglas Chin | Home Health Aide | - |
| 2024 | Ellyn S Harris | Director Of Development | - |
| 2024 | Elvina Connie Ng | Put Illinois To Work Trainee | - |
| 2024 | Grace Chan | Deputy Director | - |
| 2024 | Jacqueline Liang | Adult Employment Program Coordinator | - |
| 2024 | Jasmine Wang | Parent-Child Educator And Home Visitor | - |
| 2024 | Jennifer L Wong | Accounting Manager | - |
| 2024 | Jennifer Chiang | Americorps Vista Community Outreach Coordinator | - |
| 2024 | Jessica Yee | Job Placement Case Worker | - |
| 2024 | Jing Wang | Parent-Child Educator And Home Visitor | - |
| 2024 | Kimberly Wei Leung | Managing Attorney | - |
| 2024 | Lila Chiu | Housing Coordinator | - |
| 2024 | Lingran Tina Xu | Immigration Consultant And Bia Representative | - |
| 2024 | Lois Chen | Vesl Instructor | - |
| 2024 | Madeline Lee | School Age Center Group Leader | - |
| 2024 | Matthew D Hemmerly | Donor Information Administrator | - |
| 2024 | May An Mui Wai | Program Assistant-Team Leader | - |
| 2024 | Rachel L Chen | Senior Housing Counselor | - |
| 2024 | Rainie Periyu Zhao | Culinary Jobs Specialist | - |
| 2024 | Sophia Liang | Office Assistant | - |
| 2024 | Wah-Wah Cheung | Food Program Supervisor | - |
| 2024 | Winnie Sin Man Lam | Manager, Senior Wellness And Independence | - |
| 2024 | Yining Chen | Frontdest | - |
| 2024 | Yuling Wu | Organization Manager | - |
| 2020 | Asad Ali | Homework Tutor | - |
| 2019 | Anastasia Barantchouk | Chef Instructor | - |
| 2019 | Andy Nicholas Li | Youth Program Counselor | - |
| 2019 | Evelyn M Bradshaw | Grant Writer | - |
| 2019 | Kassandra Sanchez | Human Resources Intern | - |
| 2018 | Alexa L Markoff | Special Events And Volunteer Officer | - |
| 2018 | Carlos Bustamante | Academic Tutor | - |
| 2018 | Chaoran Jin | Board Member | - |
| 2018 | Hongjie Jiang | Intern | - |
| 2017 | JIAQI LAO | Accountant Ii | - |
| 2017 | Sally Mei | Tutor | - |
| 2017 | Shira Sydney Stonehill | Art Teacher | - |
| 2017 | Yishi Liang | Citizenship And Immigration Services Counselor Assistant | - |
| 2016 | Bernie Wong | Retired President And Chief Executive Officer | - |
| 2016 | Darryl Tom | Director | - |
| 2016 | Sara Dumsick | Drawing Instructor | - |
| 2016 | Tracey Mei | School Age Center Leader | - |
| 2016 | Yu Zhang | Youth Counselor | - |
| 2015 | Allison Zhao | Inh Program Assistant | - |
| 2015 | Christopher Brennan Olen | Adult Education Program Coordinator, Citizenship And Immigration Services | - |
| 2015 | Ping Yu | Legal Intern | - |
| 2015 | Yu Chen | Mandarin Chinese Teacher | - |
| 2014 | Connie Yu | Teacher | - |
| 2014 | Edmund Wong | Coalition For Better Chinese American Community | - |
| 2014 | Gary Chung | Esl Teacher | - |
| 2014 | Grace Chan Mckibben | Director Of Administration And Deputy Director Of Agency | - |
| 2014 | Jie Zhou | Tutor | - |
| 2014 | Li Xu | Custodian | - |
| 2014 | Yanni Li | Office Intern | - |
| 2014 | Yao Kuang | Project Assistant | - |
| 2014 | Yuzhen Guo | Office Assistance | - |
| 2013 | Minhua Samantha Wu | Front Desk Assistant | - |
| 2013 | Patti Lee | Development Volunteer And Development Associate | - |
| 2012 | Amanda E Jue | Development Intern | - |
| 2012 | Wensi Chen | Project Assistant | - |
| 2011 | Cary T Shaw | Pro Bono Legal Clinic | - |
| 2011 | Crystal Wong | Accounting Clerk | - |
| 2011 | Halley Y Hu | Legal Intern | - |
| 2011 | Michael Yee | Volunteer | - |
| 2011 | Michelle Mun Yee Chan | Traditional Chinese Handicrafts And Folk Arts Apprentice | - |
| 2011 | Rose Aline Kirschner | Preschool Teacher | - |
| 2011 | Valerie Neylon | Special Events Development Associate | - |
| 2010 | Andrew Moy | Homework And Act Tutor | - |
| 2010 | Emily Bock | Assistant To The President | - |
| 2010 | Esther Choy | Development Assistant | - |
| 2010 | KATHERINE MEI | The New American Democracy Project Intern | - |
| 2010 | Michelle Lee | Census Fellow | - |
| 2010 | Sau Man Kwan | Retired | - |
| 2010 | Tina Chui | Program Assistant | - |
| 2010 | Wendy Cheung | Asm Program Coordinator | - |
| 2010 | Yanyan Jiang | New American Democracy Project Intern | - |
| 2009 | Hong Kuen Lee | After School Tutor | - |
| 2008 | Leslie Wong Rutt | Family Specialist - Child Development Center | - |
| 2008 | Wendy S Lee | Social Services Program Coordinator | - |
| 2007 | Gigi Wing Chi So | Program Assistant | - |
| 2007 | Gina Moy | Development Intern | - |
| 2007 | Harry Chen | Office Assistant | - |
| 2007 | Iris Lori Moy | Tutor | - |
| 2007 | Limei Ruan | Asm Coordinator And Program Assistant | - |
| 2007 | Linda Li | Lead Teacher | - |
| 2006 | Billy Fong | Director Of Development | - |
| 2004 | Stanley Chiu | Intern | - |
| 2002 | David M Postilion | Development Officer And Acting Development Manager | - |
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