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Open Space Arts

EIN 85-3992959 • Chicago, IL

990-N CoverageNTEE A60

Profile

Open Space Arts is a Chicago-based nonprofit dedicated to producing bold LGBTQ-focused theater and presenting independent queer cinema. The organization supports emerging and established artists while engaging audiences through live performances, film screenings, and cultural programming that explores identity, community, and contemporary social issues.

1411 W Wilson AveChicago, IL 60640

www.openspacearts.org

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Balance Sheet

Assets

$302

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Liabilities

$0

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Net Assets

$302

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Operations

Revenue

$104,133

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Expenses

$115,575

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Net Income

-$11,442

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$400$300$200$100$0Assets 2025: $302Liabilities 2025: $0Net Assets 2025: $3022025

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2025

Assets$302
Liabilities$0
Net Assets$302
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Operations Trend

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$150K$100K$50K$0-$50KRevenue 2025: $104,133Expenses 2025: $115,575Net Income 2025: -$11,4422025

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2025

Revenue$104,133
Expenses$115,575
Net Income-$11,442
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Filings

Most recent year

2025 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

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Assets
$302
Liabilities
$0
Net assets
$302
Revenue
$104,133
Expenses
$115,575
Net income
-$11,442
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2025Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.00$0.00$0.00$1.04$1.16$0.11
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2025
Signed
Mar 11, 2026
Return Version
2025v4.0
Gross Receipts
$104,133
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

Open Space Arts is a Chicago-based nonprofit dedicated to producing bold LGBTQ-focused theater and presenting independent queer cinema. The organization supports emerging and established artists while engaging audiences through live performances, film screenings, and cultural programming that explores identity, community, and contemporary social issues.

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
Open Space Arts is a Chicago nonprofit dedicated to producing bold LGBTQ theater and presenting independent queer cinema. In 2025 the organization produced live theatrical works and curated the Queer Expression film series, presenting international LGBTQ films and new voices in contemporary storytelling. Programs created opportunities for actors, playwrights, filmmakers, and designers while providing audiences with culturally diverse programming that explores identity, community, and social change. Through its productions and screenings, Open Space Arts advances LGBTQ storytelling, supports independent artists, and fosters cultural dialogue within Chicago's arts community.$0$115,575
Compensation and Service Providers

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
David ZakDirectorFT$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Open Space Arts
EIN
85-3992959
Phone
7737737837
Address
1411 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Signing Officer

Name
david zak
Title
director
Phone
7733320468
Signed
2026-03-11
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16

“Production costs”

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