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AnimeChicago is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Your tax-deductible contributions cover our operating budget, promotional expenses, and help us deliver unique and insightful programming for Chicago-area fans.
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All donations are tax-deductible.
Our 2022 Fundraising Goal
- We raised $1,416 during our 2021 fiscal year
- $810 was spent on 2021 expenses
- Our operation budget includes:
- compliance requirements like legal filings and P.O. Box
- marketing tools like Meetup.com and domain names
- finance software subscription
- Our program budget includes:
- modest honorariums for guest speakers
- funding local artists + creators
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Collaborate with Us!
We collaborate with Chicago-based organizations, Japanese cultural groups, independent journalists, and academics who love sharing their perspective on all things Japanese pop culture.
- Write an article for AnimeChicago.com
- Speak at our talks or panels
- Recommend anime and manga for our programs
- Unique programming as an equal collaboration
- Sponsorships via charitable contributions
- Cross-promotion between our communities