Terri Z. Greenberg, Executive Director at CASA Lake County | Linkedin
Terri Z. Greenberg, Executive Director at CASA Lake County | 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 1993 by Margaret Mullen, Casa Lake County Inc. states that its mission is: “CASA Lake County exists to promote and protect the best interests of youth who have been considered to be abused, neglected or dependent. We train and empower volunteers to advocate for them in the courts and in the community to help them safely return to their families, or when not possible, help them achieve safe and permanent homes where they can thrive.”
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 $1,952,850 in total revenue.
The nonprofit listed $906,902 in contributions overall. It also reported $804,121 categorized under other contributions, which may include restricted donations, pledges, or bequests.
At the beginning of 2024, Casa Lake County Inc. had $3,603,140 in assets. By the end of 2024, that figure had changed to $3,838,150, indicating a 6.5% growth 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.
Casa Lake County 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 | Brent A Moody | President |
| 2024-2024 | Cindy Taylor Robinson | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Donna Greenberg | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Doug Meyer | Vice President |
| 2024-2024 | Gary Bennett | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Jacqueline T Dioguardi | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Judi Duchossois | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Kurt Feiereisel | Assistant Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | Kyle Sauers | Treasurer |
| 2024-2024 | Maia Davis | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Matthew Mays | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Norma Hurtado | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Paul Jenista | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Richard B Biagi | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Sarah Lessman | Director |
| 2024-2024 | Terri Z Greenberg | Executive Director |
| 2024-2024 | Tobey Sheridan | Director |
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