Dillard University
81% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Dillard University is a 501(c)(3) organization based in New Orleans, Louisiana, registered in 1971, with $69,321,093 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B+, and it directs about 81% of spending to programs.
2601 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70122 EIN 72-0408929 Since 1971
Revenue (FY2023)
$69.3M
▲ 54.9% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2023)
$74.1M
Net assets
$263.6M
Employees
580
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B+
B+Program efficiency40% of the rating81% to programs · $0 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 Dillard University: 81% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating43 mo reserves · -7% 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 Dillard University: 43 mo reserves · -7% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AGovernance25% of the rating5 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 Dillard University: 5 of 6 checks met earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
BTransparency10% of the rating3 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 Dillard University: 3 of 5 disclosure signals earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
Show this grade on your website
A live seal — it updates automatically when the grade changes and links donors to this verified profile.
Mission
Dillard university's mission is to produce graduates who excel and become world leaders and are broadly educated, culturally aware and concerned with improving the human condition.
Contact & location
- Address
- 2601 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70122
- City
- New Orleans
- State
- Louisiana
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Colleges & Universities
- Phone
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $47.9M (FY2013) to $69.3M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $21.6MNet assets $263.6M
Operating margin
-6.9%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$285.2M
Total liabilities
$21.6M
Net assets
$263.6M
Salaries & benefits
$22.8M
31% of expenses
Board members
21
21 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $69,321,093▲54.9% | $74,097,221▲62.4% | $263,570,513▲1.9% | $285,169,583▲5.5% | 990 |
| 2022 | $44,760,589▼15.3% | $45,628,465▼10.3% | $258,554,207▼0.3% | $270,334,041▲1.3% | 990 |
| 2021 | $52,848,355▼10.6% | $50,886,479▲25.7% | $259,422,083▼8.5% | $266,760,047▼8.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $59,120,673▲66.7% | $40,491,682▼3.7% | $283,410,953▲8.1% | $290,476,609▲7.6% | 990 |
| 2019 | $35,461,011▼3.0% | $42,053,525▲5.9% | $262,138,290▼2.5% | $269,893,379▼2.7% | 990 |
| 2018 | $36,563,245▼81.9% | $39,699,166▼13.3% | $268,730,804▼1.2% | $277,443,898▼0.7% | 990 |
| 2017 | $201,572,848▲416% | $45,814,578▲1.3% | $271,866,725▲138% | $279,325,729▼4.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $39,078,406▲14.3% | $45,238,617▼4.5% | $114,454,443▼1.4% | $291,489,277▼0.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $34,191,339▼34.2% | $47,348,959▲3.9% | $116,061,253▼11.3% | $293,115,898▼4.5% | 990 |
| 2014 | $51,931,104▲8.5% | $45,588,108▲3.9% | $130,817,644▲2.9% | $307,088,154▲1.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $47,878,747 | $43,864,887▼7.8% | $127,106,375▲8.6% | $302,878,975▲2.5% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $47,585,168▼1.9% | $117,082,244▲7.2% | $295,384,837▲7.1% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $48,509,107▲0.1% | $109,206,278▼2.0% | $275,792,465▲2.4% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $48,440,304▼13.0% | $111,475,810▼5.4% | $269,256,370▼3.2% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $55,687,701 | $117,810,428 | $278,076,810 | 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 (FY2023)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alfred Lee | Member | 2 | — |
| Ayo Davis | Member | 2 | — |
| Charles Rice | Member | 2 | — |
| Charlie Coleman | Member | 2 | — |
| Chelsea Robinson | Member | 2 | — |
| Dathel Georges | Member | 2 | — |
| Erroll Williams | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Judge Carl Stewart | Member | 2 | — |
| Kim Boyle | Member | 2 | — |
| Leith Hill | Member | 2 | — |
| Michael Griffin | Member | 2 | — |
| Michael Jones | Chair | 2 | — |
| Orim Graves | Member | 2 | — |
| Reverend Jan Curwick | Member | 2 | — |
| Rochelle Ford | President | 2 | — |
| Rochester Anderson | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Roland Pickens | Member | 2 | — |
| Ronald Burns | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Rose-ann Blenman-abange | Member | 2 | — |
| Vince Hudson | Member | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2019)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| One Touch Enterprises | Construction | $350,960 |
| Vgp Construction | Construction | $149,256 |
| The Hanover Research Council | Professional Se | $103,463 |
Grants received · $25.7M total
119 grants to Dillard University totaling $25.7M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Negro College Fund Inc | Grants & scholarships, area office joint campaign | 2024 | $1,320,779 |
| Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Inc | For general and nursing scholarships. | 2024 | $115,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $23,827 |
| The Greater New Orleans Foundation | Education | 2024 | $17,009 |
| Hispanic Scholarship Fund | To provide scholarships for students | 2024 | $16,507 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $5,666 |
| United Negro College Fund Inc | Grants & scholarships, area office joint campaign | 2023 | $2,972,560 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2023 | $393,000 |
| National Trust For Historic Preservation In the United States | Historic preservation | 2023 | $155,000 |
| Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Inc | For nursing scholarships. | 2023 | $115,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Education | 2023 | $58,500 |
| Student Freedom Initiative Inc | Broadband program | 2023 | $50,000 |
| Student Freedom Initiative Inc | Helps program | 2023 | $44,510 |
| Hispanic Scholarship Fund | To provide scholarships for students | 2023 | $36,369 |
| Fordham University | Research | 2023 | $27,954 |
Grants made · $114K in FY2017
2 grants totaling $114K in FY2017. All grants made by Dillard University →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Southern University | Research | $98,371 |
| Harambee House Inc | Research | $15,508 |
Similar organizations in Education
Education
Collegiate Academies
New Orleans, LA
$65.8M
C+annual revenue
- Education
Lafayette Charter Foundation Inc
Lafayette, LA
$61.7M
C+annual revenue
Education
L S U Foundation
Baton Rouge, LA
$81.9M
B+annual revenue
Education
Firstline Schools Inc
New Orleans, LA
$56.6M
Bannual revenue
Education
Crescent City Schools
New Orleans, LA
$53.7M
Bannual revenue
Education
Foundation For Louisiana Students
Baton Rouge, LA
$50.5M
Bannual revenue
Education
Inspirenola Charter Schools
New Orleans, LA
$89.9M
Aannual revenue
Education
Discovery Health Sciences Foundation Inc
Kenner, LA
$47.8M
Bannual revenue
Education
Community School For Apprenticeship Learning Inc
Baton Rouge, LA
$45.9M
Bannual revenue
Education
Louisiana Tech University Foundation Inc
Ruston, LA
$45.8M
Bannual revenue
Compare Dillard University
Frequently asked questions
- Is Dillard University a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Dillard University is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 72-0408929, based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Dillard University's EIN?
- Dillard University's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 72-0408929.
- How much revenue does Dillard University report?
- Dillard University reported $69,321,093 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Dillard University's spending goes to programs?
- Dillard University spends about 81% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Dillard University have?
- CharityIndex grades Dillard University B+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Dillard University's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Dillard University's latest Form 990 is $0, paid to Alfred Lee (Member).
More nonprofits in New Orleans
Explore more
Data for Dillard University (EIN 72-0408929) 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.