Mission
Our mission is to research and build lasting solutions to systemic challenges within cities through a combination of affordable, equitable design and long-term local partnerships.
Small Public Charity
CITY SYSTEMS
CITY SYSTEMS is a nonprofit organization categorized as Small Public Charity based in WALNUT CREEK, CA. Its most recent IRS filing (2026) reports revenue of $59K, expenses of $83K, total assets of $11K.
EIN: 820626190
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis
NTEE: S05
Latest filing: 2026
Total Revenue$59K
Total Expenses$83K
Total Assets$11K
Grant Records0
Filing Years2022–2026
Where $100 goes at City Systems
How City Systems divides every $100 it spends, from its own Form 990-EZ filings, averaged across 5 years.
$76
Programs
the work itself
$24
Everything else
operations and overhead
Form 990-EZ reports program spending but doesn't separate management from fundraising, so those are shown together.
Inside the $76 for programs
$53
Supported private clients in data science consulting…
$23
Support permitting and development of accessory dwelling unit in east palo alto to support ongoing housing initiative
Source: Form 990-EZ filings with the IRS, latest fiscal year 2026. Shares are from the organization's reported expenses. Data by Imperigo; not affiliated with the IRS.
Officers & Directors
CEO
Derek Ouyang
CFO
Robert Best
Officer compensation and complete director data available with membership.
Financial Trends
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $59K | $83K | $11K |
| 2025 | $66K | $91K | $20K |
| 2024 | $28K | $111K | $45K |
| 2023 | $126K | $211K | $128K |
| 2022 | $251K | $84K | $213K |
Between 2022 and 2026, reported annual revenue declined from $251K to $59K (-77%), with total assets most recently reported at $11K.
Interactive year-over-year charts and full filing details available with membership.