Abilene Christian University
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
70% goes to programs $15 to raise $100 Strong reserves
Abilene Christian University is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Abilene, Texas, registered in 1941, with $325,477,224 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 70% of spending to programs.
1600 Campus Ct, Abilene, TX, 79601 EIN 75-0851900 Since 1941
Revenue (FY2024)
$325.5M
▼ 10.0% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2024)
$295.1M
Net assets
$1.0B
Employees
3,124
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
BProgram efficiency40% of the rating70% to programs · $15 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Abilene Christian University: 70% to programs · $15 to raise $100 earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating42 mo reserves · +9% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Abilene Christian University: 42 mo reserves · +9% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Abilene Christian University: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Abilene Christian University: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Acu is a national leader in christian higher education, and the mission is to educate students for christian service and leadership throughout the world. acu is a vibrant, innovative, christ-centered community that engages students in authentic spiritual and intellectual growth, equipping them to make a real difference in the world.
What they do
Auxiliary enterprises integrate living, learning, and faith, whereby students learn to live lives of christian service and leadership throughout the world. it combines what students learn in the classroom with practical application that will prepare them for real-world experiences.
Education services includes academic counseling and testing services, health services, and study abroad activities that are all designed to enhance a student's learning experience and the overall quality of a student's education.
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $223.8M (FY2013) to $325.5M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $400.0MNet assets $1.0B
Operating margin
9.3%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$1.4B
Total liabilities
$400.0M
Net assets
$1.0B
Salaries & benefits
$106.6M
36% of expenses
Board members
31
31 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $325,477,224▼10.0% | $295,109,939▲7.9% | $1,040,805,358▲4.8% | $1,440,786,332▲8.9% | 990 |
| 2023 | $361,614,766▲14.9% | $273,427,543▲6.8% | $992,705,502▲7.4% | $1,323,523,322▲6.6% | 990 |
| 2022 | $314,810,886▼4.6% | $255,908,674▲6.5% | $924,445,897▲5.2% | $1,241,968,705▲2.9% | 990 |
| 2021 | $330,113,805▼7.0% | $240,316,928▲11.6% | $878,864,218▲8.9% | $1,207,518,095▲16.7% | 990 |
| 2020 | $354,836,579▲40.3% | $215,349,026▲1.2% | $806,955,204▲42.8% | $1,035,035,305▲33.7% | 990 |
| 2019 | $252,996,672▲9.3% | $212,710,147▲2.9% | $565,149,752▲2.6% | $773,960,218▲3.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $231,458,964▲10.0% | $206,812,597▼0.2% | $550,776,071▲3.3% | $750,011,135▲2.4% | 990 |
| 2017 | $210,458,073▼0.4% | $207,141,176▲5.2% | $533,386,427▲8.2% | $732,351,720▲8.9% | 990 |
| 2016 | $211,312,499▲5.0% | $196,875,310▲7.4% | $492,746,836▲6.7% | $672,450,379▲12.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $201,230,841▲1.1% | $183,332,108▲7.9% | $461,721,722▼4.7% | $597,522,290▼1.9% | 990 |
| 2014 | $198,950,440▼11.1% | $169,894,314▲3.9% | $484,427,007▲6.0% | $608,829,340▲5.0% | 990 |
| 2013 | $223,798,516 | $163,540,007▲10.0% | $457,208,773▲19.7% | $579,651,882▲15.5% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $148,693,427▲3.5% | $381,946,491▲9.2% | $501,950,692▲6.9% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $143,609,842▲4.7% | $349,643,346▲2.3% | $469,340,866▲1.5% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $137,194,892▲6.0% | $341,898,663▲11.3% | $462,580,424▲10.1% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $129,487,711 | $307,214,563 | $420,067,260 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Philip Schubert — $551,569 (0.19% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Schubert | President | 40 | $551,569 |
| Joe Lee | Cio | 40 | $505,623 |
| Keith Patterson | Head Football Coach | 40 | $418,439 |
| Stephen Johnson | Ceo, Dallas Campus | 40 | $317,329 |
| Brette Tanner | Head Basketball Coach | 40 | $315,355 |
| Kevin Campbell | Svp of Operations | 40 | $303,408 |
| Rusty Towell | Director of Next | 40 | $284,551 |
| Robert Rhodes | Provost | 40 | $279,205 |
| Timothy Head | Asst Director of Next | 40 | $269,872 |
| Zachary Lassiter | Vp of Athletics | 40 | $264,923 |
| Daniel Macaluso | Vp of Advancement | 40 | $254,018 |
| Steven Rutt | Coo Acu Dallas | 40 | $245,272 |
| Susan Lewis | Vp For Academic Affairs | 40 | $226,939 |
| Blair Schroeder | Chief Planning Officer | 40 | $192,989 |
| Slade Sullivan | Vp & General Counsel | 40 | $192,346 |
| Tamera Long | Vp of Enrollment | 40 | $191,730 |
| Sharon Ayala | Vp of Marketing | 40 | $185,102 |
| Lori Herrick | Cfo | 40 | $184,016 |
| Anthony Williams | Exec Dir - Intercultural Engagement & Belonging | 40 | $173,821 |
| Rusty Kruzelock | Vp of Research | 40 | $166,089 |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Linbeck Group LLC | Construction | $13,986,682 |
| Enfra Mcc LLC | Contract Services For Central Plant Desi | $9,071,492 |
| Chartwells Higher Education | Food Service | $7,657,847 |
| Google LLC | Enrollment Marketing Data | $4,333,341 |
| Core Construction Services | Construction | $3,544,223 |
Grants received · $21.1M total
164 grants to Abilene Christian University totaling $21.1M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bny Mellon Charitable Gift Fund | To further the organization's exempt purpose | 2024 | $835,000 |
| Servant Foundation | Education | 2024 | $180,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Colleges and universities | 2024 | $174,583 |
| Christian Community Foundation Inc | Building fund support | 2024 | $150,000 |
| Signatry Charitable Trust | Education | 2024 | $61,000 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $35,600 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $33,734 |
| Baylor University | Subcontract-research | 2024 | $31,500 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $25,500 |
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Education | 2024 | $15,000 |
| Independent Charitable Gift Fund | General support | 2024 | $15,000 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Educational | 2024 | $13,250 |
| Community Foundation of North Texas | For the strategic philanthropy fund | 2024 | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of North Texas | For acu day of giving - katie kirby student care fund | 2024 | $10,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $8,476 |
Grants made · $391K in FY2024
7 grants totaling $391K in FY2024. All grants made by Abilene Christian University →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Focus On the Family | General support | $250,000 |
| Abilene Youth Sports Authority Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Woodsedge Community Church | General support | $26,000 |
| Youth Voice Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Christian Campus Center At Uta Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Mobile Medical Disaster Relief Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Eastern European Mission | General support | $10,000 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Abilene Christian University a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Abilene Christian University is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 75-0851900, based in Abilene, Texas. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Abilene Christian University's EIN?
- Abilene Christian University's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 75-0851900.
- How much revenue does Abilene Christian University report?
- Abilene Christian University reported $325,477,224 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Abilene Christian University's spending goes to programs?
- Abilene Christian University spends about 70% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Abilene Christian University have?
- CharityIndex grades Abilene Christian University A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Abilene Christian University's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Abilene Christian University's latest Form 990 is $551,569, paid to Philip Schubert (President).
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Data for Abilene Christian University (EIN 75-0851900) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.