Howard G Buffett Foundation
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Growing revenue
Howard G Buffett Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Decatur, Illinois, registered in 1999, with $444,245,486 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
1053 W Rotary Way Suite A, Decatur, IL, 62521 EIN 47-0824756 Since 1999
Revenue (FY2024)
$444.2M
▲ 17.6% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2024)
$486.3M
Net assets
$395.4M
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
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. Not scored for Howard G Buffett Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating10 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 Howard G Buffett Foundation: 10 mo reserves · -9% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
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. Not scored for Howard G Buffett Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 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 Howard G Buffett Foundation: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 1053 W Rotary Way Suite A, Decatur, IL, 62521
- City
- Decatur
- State
- Illinois
- Subcategory
- Philanthropy Programs
- Phone
- …
- Website
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Financial trends
Revenue grew from $171.1M (FY2013) to $444.2M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $200KNet assets $395.4M
Operating margin
-9.5%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$395.6M
Total liabilities
$200K
Net assets
$395.4M
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $444,245,486▲17.6% | $486,280,982▼3.5% | $395,444,233▼5.7% | $395,644,308▼5.7% | 990PF |
| 2023 | $377,621,424▲12.5% | $503,789,015▲63.7% | $419,366,664▼21.7% | $419,598,452▼21.7% | 990PF |
| 2022 | $335,523,370▲13.5% | $307,831,132▲29.9% | $535,734,498▲40.6% | $535,810,165▲40.6% | 990PF |
| 2021 | $295,560,997▲90.9% | $236,939,256▲72.8% | $381,094,694▲25.9% | $381,115,382▲25.9% | 990PF |
| 2020 | $154,813,665▼21.4% | $137,116,172▼38.2% | $302,780,535▲9.5% | $302,780,535▲9.5% | 990PF |
| 2019 | $196,921,556▲4.4% | $221,903,308▲43.3% | $276,625,308▲3.6% | $276,625,308▲3.6% | 990PF |
| 2018 | $188,679,997▲11.0% | $154,848,311▼11.5% | $267,119,979▲14.6% | $267,119,979▲14.6% | 990PF |
| 2017 | $169,928,835▲7.7% | $174,987,562▲29.6% | $233,088,132▲4.0% | $233,088,144▲3.9% | 990PF |
| 2016 | $157,787,025▼1.4% | $135,013,208▼14.4% | $224,229,738▲19.3% | $224,239,560▲19.2% | 990PF |
| 2015 | $159,962,761▲4.8% | $157,797,921▼4.9% | $188,020,273▲3.4% | $188,091,117▲3.4% | 990PF |
| 2014 | $152,700,624▼10.7% | $165,873,054▲45.9% | $181,858,284▼6.6% | $181,858,284▼6.7% | 990PF |
| 2013 | $171,086,763 | $113,651,674▲117% | $194,808,871▲6.6% | $194,885,525▲6.5% | 990PF |
| 2012 | — | $52,469,651▲8.1% | $182,673,323▲18.8% | $182,987,349▲19.0% | 990PF |
| 2011 | — | $48,521,252▼40.9% | $153,724,658▲2.7% | $153,725,606▲2.5% | 990PF |
| 2010 | — | $82,119,685 | $149,745,127 | $149,912,465 | 990PF |
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: Ann Kelly Bolten — $632,388 (0.13% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Kelly Bolten | President | 40 | $632,388 |
| Charlotte Ryan | Treasurer | 40 | $186,594 |
| Devon G Buffett | Director | 10 | — |
| Erin Morgan | Director | 1 | — |
| Heidi Heitkamp | Director | 1 | — |
| Howard G Buffett | Chairman & Ceo | 40 | — |
| Michael D Walter | Director | 2 | — |
| Trisha A Cook | Secretary | 40 | — |
Grants received · $7,361 total
1 grant to Howard G Buffett Foundation totaling $7,361, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Venture Fund | International development and foreign affairs | 2020 | $7,361 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Howard G Buffett Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Howard G Buffett Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 47-0824756, based in Decatur, Illinois. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Howard G Buffett Foundation's EIN?
- Howard G Buffett Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 47-0824756.
- How much revenue does Howard G Buffett Foundation report?
- Howard G Buffett Foundation reported $444,245,486 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Howard G Buffett Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades Howard G Buffett Foundation B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
- How much does Howard G Buffett Foundation's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Howard G Buffett Foundation's latest Form 990 is $632,388, paid to Ann Kelly Bolten (President).
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Data for Howard G Buffett Foundation (EIN 47-0824756) 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.