Grand View University
86% goes to programs $21 to raise $100 Strong reserves
Grand View University is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Des Moines, Iowa, registered in 1939, with $66,058,612 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 86% of spending to programs.
1200 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50316 EIN 42-0681049 Since 1939
Revenue (FY2024)
$66.1M
▲ 4.7% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$67.3M
Net assets
$73.6M
Employees
877
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
B+Program efficiency40% of the rating86% to programs · $21 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 Grand View University: 86% to programs · $21 to raise $100 earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating13 mo reserves · -2% 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 Grand View University: 13 mo reserves · -2% 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 Grand View 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 Grand View University: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Engages, equips and empowers learners to explore their vocations, fulfill their potential and serve the world.
What they do
Scholarships and grants funded by federal, state, university and private sources were provided to more than 1,600 students.
Student services available to students including academic and other counseling services, career development, university pastor, intercollegiate athletics and other services.
Auxiliary services available to students including room and board.
Contact & location
- Address
- 1200 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50316
- City
- Des Moines
- State
- Iowa
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Colleges & Universities
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $51.8M (FY2013) to $66.1M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $43.0MNet assets $73.6M
Operating margin
-1.9%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$116.5M
Total liabilities
$43.0M
Net assets
$73.6M
Salaries & benefits
$22.7M
34% of expenses
Board members
27
26 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $66,058,612▲4.7% | $67,293,696▲3.8% | $73,576,525▲0.9% | $116,532,417▼1.3% | 990 |
| 2023 | $63,110,655▲3.8% | $64,844,319▲2.9% | $72,912,887▲1.3% | $118,101,638▲1.9% | 990 |
| 2022 | $60,819,063▼11.7% | $62,994,661▲0.2% | $71,942,307▼1.5% | $115,845,159▼3.2% | 990 |
| 2021 | $68,864,570▲11.8% | $62,857,599▲4.8% | $73,033,774▲4.7% | $119,724,601▼0.7% | 990 |
| 2020 | $61,592,451▲8.6% | $59,958,603▲3.6% | $69,781,737▲12.4% | $120,550,674▲4.5% | 990 |
| 2019 | $56,728,507▲1.2% | $57,847,515▲2.1% | $62,109,037▼1.3% | $115,318,474▲1.4% | 990 |
| 2018 | $56,032,297▲1.3% | $56,675,041▲4.2% | $62,912,080▼1.6% | $113,758,442▼3.2% | 990 |
| 2017 | $55,322,077▲4.7% | $54,411,674▲3.5% | $63,917,280▲2.9% | $117,530,007▼0.3% | 990 |
| 2016 | $52,859,748▼3.2% | $52,558,316▲4.8% | $62,127,632▲5.1% | $117,830,846▼1.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $54,606,075▲2.4% | $50,133,848▲2.3% | $59,100,645▲2.9% | $119,752,589▼0.3% | 990 |
| 2014 | $53,327,556▲3.0% | $49,023,830▲0.7% | $57,410,962▲3.7% | $120,151,099▲2.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $51,783,341 | $48,680,222▲4.4% | $55,376,829▲9.6% | $117,364,218▲8.8% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $46,609,952▲2.6% | $50,507,849▲18.2% | $107,908,116▲7.6% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $45,425,785▲13.4% | $42,747,854▲5.9% | $100,306,674▲9.4% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $40,050,877 | $40,381,959 | $91,692,677 | 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: Rachelle Keck — $357,887 (0.53% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rachelle Keck | Trustee & President | 40 | $357,887 |
| Debbie Barger | Vp Enrollment Mgmt | 40 | $166,047 |
| Patricia Williams | Vp Academic Affairs & Provost (eff July 2024) | 40 | $152,703 |
| Peyton Deterding | Vp Admin/finance | 40 | $137,131 |
| Skylar Mayberry-mays | Executive Director of Jacobson Institute | 40 | $132,171 |
| Kendall Dillon | Vp Marketing & Communication | 40 | $129,559 |
| Julie Bantz | Controller | 40 | $124,148 |
| Tim Wheeldon | Vp Information Systems/cio | 40 | $122,915 |
| Todd Knealing | Dean | 40 | $118,117 |
| Troy Plummer | Vp For Athletics/ad | 40 | $115,896 |
| Lb Lyons | Vp Advancement | 40 | $115,558 |
| John Howe | Vp For Student Affairs | 40 | $111,387 |
| Carl Moses | Vp Academic Affairs & Provost (thru July 2024) | 40 | $100,568 |
| Anita Norian | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Brooks Reynolds | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Bruce Bro | Trustee (eff Oct 2024) | 1 | — |
| Chris Littlefield | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Christian M Murray | Trustee & Chair | 1 | — |
| Claudia Schabel | Trustee | 1 | — |
| David Stark | Trustee & Treasurer | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Aramark Higher Education | Food Service | $2,092,009 |
| Fbg Service | Custodial | $524,060 |
| Per Mar Security Services | Security | $342,610 |
| Select Physical Therapy | Physical Therpay | $263,297 |
| Cit Charters Inc | Transportation | $251,481 |
Grants received · $5.2M total
130 grants to Grand View University totaling $5.2M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Grand View University a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Grand View University is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 42-0681049, based in Des Moines, Iowa. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Grand View University's EIN?
- Grand View University's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 42-0681049.
- How much revenue does Grand View University report?
- Grand View University reported $66,058,612 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Grand View University's spending goes to programs?
- Grand View University spends about 86% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Grand View University have?
- CharityIndex grades Grand View University A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Grand View University's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Grand View University's latest Form 990 is $357,887, paid to Rachelle Keck (Trustee & President).
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Data for Grand View University (EIN 42-0681049) 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.