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Nonprofit · EIN 36-2910110

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS

Also known as 2377 GLENDALE HEIGHTS POST

Tax-exempt (reinstated) · GLENDALE HTS, IL 60139

Financials

$399K$310K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
June 30, 2026990$398,989$309,706$89,283$82,515$0$82,515
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2026

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$31,401
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Net rental income
$14,000
Net income from gaming
$337,457
Other revenue
$367,588

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Management and general (functional)
$309,706

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$21,846
Total assets, end of year
$82,515
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$82,515
Net assets without donor restrictions
$82,515
Gross receipts
$398,989
Employees
0
Volunteers
7
Year formed
1961
State of legal domicile
IL

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2026, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
John TautkusPost Commander
Officer
40$0
Enrique ArroyoSenior Vice-commander
Officer
30$0
Kevin DurosJunior Vice-Commander
Officer
30$0
Robert SkudlarekQuartermaster Treasurer
Officer
55$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
142 E ARMY TRAIL RD, GLENDALE HTS, IL 60139-1647
In care of
% BOB SKUDLAREK
Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
142 E Army Trail Rd, Glendale Heights IL 60139
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Glendale Heights VFW Post #2377, 142 East Army Trail Road, Glendale Heights, IL 601391647
Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
Bob Skudlarek, 4161 Cove Dr, Hanover Park IL 60133
Signed the 990
Robert M Skudlarek, Quartermaster Treasurer
Phone
(630) 894-1358

Mission

The purpose of exempt status for the Veterans of Foreign Wars VFW is to recognize the organization as serving a public and charitable mission rather than operating for private profit. In practical terms exempt status generally allows the VFW to: Operate as a nonprofit veterans organization focused on supporting veterans service members families and local communities. Avoid paying certain federal income taxes on income related to its exempt purpose. Use more resources for its mission such as veterans assistance scholarships community service patriotic education and advocacy. Receive donations and support depending on the specific tax classification of the VFW entity involved. Demonstrate accountability and public benefit because exempt organizations must follow rules about governance use of funds and limits on private benefit.

990 for the year ended June 30, 2026

Program accomplishments

  • Volunteer to support Red Cross in selected national emergencies. Participate in Military Days of Observance Memorial Day Independence Day 9 11 Veterans Day.0
  • Monetary donations throughout the year to the VFW and Military Homeless Veterans0
  • Monetary donations - monthly and ad hoc when excess funds available.0
  • Provide financial support via donations to deployed Military through one-time donation.0

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025June 30, 2026November 16, 2026990 on file
2024June 30, 2025November 17, 2025990-N on file
2023June 30, 2024November 15, 2024990-N on file

IRS record

EIN
36-2910110
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(19): Veterans' organization
Exempt since
1964
Accounting year ends
June
Files
Form 990-N (e-Postcard)

Revocation and reinstatement

Exemption revoked
November 15, 2013
Posted by the IRS
March 10, 2014
Reinstated
Effective April 15, 2023

From the IRS automatic revocation list: organizations that did not file a required return or e-Postcard for three consecutive years.

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990June 2026$398,989$309,706$82,515XML
990-N for 2024
Officer: Bob Skudlarek
June 30, 2025≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2023
Officer: Bob Skudlarek
June 30, 2024≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2022
Officer: Bob Skudlarek
June 30, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 36-2910110).

Questions about VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS

What is the EIN of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS?
The employer identification number (EIN) of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS is 36-2910110.
Is VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS revoked its exemption on November 15, 2013 and reinstated it effective April 15, 2023.
Which annual return does VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS file?
Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
When is the next return of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS due?
The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending June 30, 2027) is due November 15, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2026.
Who is the principal officer of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2026 names Glendale Heights VFW Post #2377.
Who are the officers and directors of VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS?
The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2026 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS DEPARTMENT OF ILLINOIS have?
On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2026 it reported revenue of $398,989, expenses of $309,706 and total assets of $82,515 at year end.

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