Elmhurst University
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
87% goes to programs $59 to raise $100 Strong reserves
Elmhurst University is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Elmhurst, Illinois, registered in 1971, with $152,631,420 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 87% of spending to programs.
190 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, IL, 60126 EIN 36-2169145 Since 1971
Revenue (FY2023)
$152.6M
▲ 9.4% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2023)
$145.6M
Net assets
$214.7M
Employees
1,731
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 rating87% to programs · $59 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 Elmhurst University: 87% to programs · $59 to raise $100 earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating18 mo reserves · +5% 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 Elmhurst University: 18 mo reserves · +5% 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 Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst University: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Elmhurst university inspires intellectual and personal growth in our (continued in schedule o) students, preparing them for meaningful and ethical contributions to a diverse, global society.form 990, part v, line 1a:the total on this line does not include 4,808 form 1098-t's, which the university is required to file with the irs and provide to its u.s. person students.
What they do
Student services - includes student affairs, admissions, registrar, financial aid counseling, social and cultural development, wellness center, and athletics. student life at elmhurst is active and creative allowing students to get involved in diverse areas including student government, 'the leader' student newspaper, black student union, habitat for humanity, queer straight alliance, latino student association, model un, wrse radio station, and many other groups as well as intercollegiate sports and intramural activities.
Academic support - academic dean, library services, academic advising and academic computing are included in academic support. the a.c. buehler library provides many technologically advanced services for instructional and informational research, or for personal enjoyment with wireless access throughout.
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $115.0M (FY2013) to $152.6M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $78.6MNet assets $214.7M
Operating margin
4.6%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$293.3M
Total liabilities
$78.6M
Net assets
$214.7M
Salaries & benefits
$52.5M
36% of expenses
Board members
40
39 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $152,631,420▲9.4% | $145,599,853▲7.9% | $214,713,240▲6.7% | $293,306,280▲3.5% | 990 |
| 2022 | $139,557,739▼3.8% | $134,973,225▲3.2% | $201,314,826▲6.9% | $283,436,648▲8.3% | 990 |
| 2021 | $145,021,170▼1.4% | $130,772,602▲4.5% | $188,352,249▲9.7% | $261,735,880▲3.6% | 990 |
| 2020 | $147,092,128▲9.7% | $125,111,803▲2.2% | $171,661,834▲51.4% | $252,544,326▲25.6% | 990 |
| 2019 | $134,052,268▲1.6% | $122,417,804▲2.5% | $113,388,769▼0.1% | $201,048,408 | 990 |
| 2018 | $131,899,127▲4.9% | $119,488,765▲1.7% | $113,536,277▲6.2% | $201,127,798▲6.6% | 990 |
| 2017 | $125,694,812▲1.2% | $117,499,432▲3.4% | $106,941,952▲16.5% | $188,662,047▲7.0% | 990 |
| 2016 | $124,149,121▲10.6% | $113,609,028▼1.3% | $91,762,802▲26.5% | $176,351,297▲5.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $112,203,150▼2.6% | $115,153,809▼2.8% | $72,527,045▼15.8% | $166,922,195▼6.2% | 990 |
| 2014 | $115,212,340▲0.2% | $118,442,403▲2.4% | $86,159,471▼12.5% | $178,046,425▼3.7% | 990 |
| 2013 | $114,999,279 | $115,611,953▲3.1% | $98,503,236▲6.3% | $184,907,755▲5.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $112,189,043▲0.7% | $92,679,609▲7.3% | $175,569,345▲0.6% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $111,436,953▲4.0% | $86,375,966▼17.6% | $174,524,535▼6.1% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $107,184,091▲7.8% | $104,798,833▲16.1% | $185,814,231▲8.1% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $99,424,513 | $90,289,477 | $171,968,139 | 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)
Highest-paid: Dr Troy D Vanaken — $609,720 (0.42% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Troy D Vanaken | President | 50 | $609,720 |
| Julie Suderman | Vp of Finance | 50 | $232,743 |
| Kurt Ashley | Vp Information Officer | 50 | $209,366 |
| Dean Pribbenow | Vp Academic Affairs | 50 | $203,311 |
| Phillip Riordan | Vp Student Affairs | 50 | $194,559 |
| Diane Salvador | Executive Director of Nursing | 50 | $191,543 |
| Andrew Knap | Vp Development/alumni | 50 | $186,127 |
| Christine Grenier | Vp Admissions | 50 | $185,536 |
| Bruce King | Vp, Equity & Inclusion | 50 | $183,940 |
| Debra Lukehart | Exec. Dir. of Mktng & Communication | 50 | $158,321 |
| Alfred N Koplin | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Barbara J Lucks | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Bill Nelson | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Brian Blaha | Trustee | 2 | — |
| David Moulthrop | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Dr Cathy Doucette | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Edward J Momkus | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Eva W Tameling | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Frank Cerrone | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Frank Ruffolo | Trustee | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Compass Group USA Inc | Food Services | $4,541,239 |
| Keypath Education LLC | Education Services | $3,967,787 |
| Ologie Inc | Advertising | $1,681,329 |
| Abbey Paving & Sealcoating Co Inc | Construction | $904,668 |
| Fieldturf USA Inc | Construction | $630,685 |
Grants received · $2.4M total
47 grants to Elmhurst University totaling $2.4M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Endowment Foundation | Educational | 2024 | $15,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $14,019 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2023 | $505,004 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Education | 2023 | $161,950 |
| National Philanthropic Tr | International | 2023 | $75,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $47,470 |
| Cleveland Foundation | Gavin d. lux endowed fund | 2023 | $30,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General support for programs, operations and other charitable purposes | 2023 | $27,378 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2023 | $15,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $9,881 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Education | 2022 | $211,450 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $143,935 |
| National Philanthropic Tr | Education | 2022 | $20,000 |
| The Chicago Community Trust | General operating support | 2022 | $12,430 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2022 | $7,993 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Elmhurst University a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Elmhurst University is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 36-2169145, based in Elmhurst, Illinois. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Elmhurst University's EIN?
- Elmhurst University's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 36-2169145.
- How much revenue does Elmhurst University report?
- Elmhurst University reported $152,631,420 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Elmhurst University's spending goes to programs?
- Elmhurst University spends about 87% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Elmhurst University have?
- CharityIndex grades Elmhurst University A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Elmhurst University's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Elmhurst University's latest Form 990 is $609,720, paid to Dr Troy D Vanaken (President).
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Data for Elmhurst University (EIN 36-2169145) 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.