Malcolm Weems, Chairman at South Central Community Services, Inc. | LinkedIn
Malcolm Weems, Chairman at South Central Community Services, Inc. | LinkedIn
The listed appropriations included two grants of $750,000, along with six additional grants totaling $1,176,120, 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 1970 by Residents of the Chatham and Avalon Park communities, South Central Community Services, Inc. states that its mission is: “South Central Community Services, Inc. is a comprehensive human service agency committed to improving the quality of life for individuals and families by providing quality mental health, educational, socio-economic, and recreational programs and services throughout metropolitan Chicago.”
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 $763,955 in total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $763,952 in contributions overall. It also reported $763,952 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, South Central Community Services, Inc. had $2,156,620 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $1,923,550, indicating a 10.8% 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.
South Central Community Services, 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.
| Fiscal Year | Total Grants/Contracts | Total Taxpayer $$ |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 | $2,676,118 |
| Term | Name | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2024 | Angela A Harkless | President Ceo |
| 2024-2024 | Angelic Watkins | Board Member |
| 2024-2024 | Felicia Blasingame | Board Consultant |
| 2024-2024 | Gene Linton | 2nd Vice Chairperson |
| 2024-2024 | Gregory Lamar Sain | Board Member |
| 2024-2024 | Josef M Carr Jr | Cfo |
| 2024-2024 | Malcolm E Weems | Chairperson |
| 2024-2024 | Michelle Y Burton | Assistant Secretary |
| 2024-2024 | Terry Bell | Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | Thomas Finch | Board Member |
| 2024-2024 | Velisha L Haddox | Secretary |
| 2024-2024 | Veronica Milton | Cfo |
| 2024-2024 | Willie A Deshong | 1st Vice Chairperson |
| Year | Name | Title | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Eleanor K Smith | Academic Betterment Instructor | - |
| 2024 | Felicia Y Blasingame | President And Chief Executive Officer | - |
| 2024 | Hans Lonnroth | Clinical Supervisor | - |
| 2024 | Parris C Williams Iii | Financial Assistant | - |
| 2024 | Patrick Smith | Receptionist | - |
| 2024 | Shawnta Finley | Human Resource Assistant | - |
| 2024 | Shawnta Finley | Finance And Operations Assistant | - |
| 2024 | Stephanie Ann Casolari | Curriculum Specialist | - |
| 2016 | Jessica Miquel Burnette | Lcsw Consultant | - |
| 2015 | Emily Joyce Felske | Outpatient Therapist | - |
| 2015 | Terrence B Kyles | Crisis Worker | - |
| 2012 | Ivy B Pizarro | Family Service Worker | - |
| 2011 | Elayne M Tillman | Wellness Program Coordinator | - |
| 2011 | John Whitehead | It Intern | - |
| 2007 | Crystal Faith Clair | Outpatient Therapist | - |
| 2007 | Marcus Reynolds | - | |
| 2004 | Maryann Kannappan | Clinical Therapist | - |
| 2003 | Terri Ream Adams | Community Services Administrator | - |
| 2002 | Deangelia Barnes | Educational Support Specialist | - |
| 1998 | Melena A Gaspadarek | Special Education Teacher | - |
| 1997 | Mariah Green | Quality Assurance Monitor | - |
| 1995 | Sheila Moffett | - | |
| 1994 | Detrina Moore | - | |
| 1994 | Kimberly A Holland | - | |
| 1994 | Theresa M Parham | - | |
| 1993 | Edward D Williams | - | |
| 1990 | Julius Collins Iii | Head Mental Health Technician | - |
| 1989 | Carl G Smith | Case Worker | - |
| 1989 | Donnie W Keeton | - | |
| 1988 | Maria J Maciel | - | |
| 1986 | Heidi Palmer | - | |
| 1984 | Rudy March | - |
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