Ouachita Baptist University
91% goes to programs $9 to raise $100 Strong reserves
Ouachita Baptist University is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, registered in 1996, with $91,647,658 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A+, and it directs about 91% of spending to programs.
410 Ouachita St Box 3772, Arkadelphia, AR, 71998 EIN 71-0239383 Since 1996
Revenue (FY2024)
$91.6M
▼ 1.3% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$88.9M
Net assets
$174.5M
Employees
1,250
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A+
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating91% to programs · $9 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 Ouachita Baptist University: 91% to programs · $9 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating24 mo reserves · +3% 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 Ouachita Baptist University: 24 mo reserves · +3% 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 Ouachita Baptist University: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
ATransparency10% of the rating4 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 Ouachita Baptist University: 4 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Private, undergraduate and graduate higher education
Contact & location
- Address
- 410 Ouachita St Box 3772, Arkadelphia, AR, 71998
- City
- Arkadelphia
- State
- Arkansas
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Colleges & Universities
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $61.1M (FY2013) to $91.6M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $57.1MNet assets $174.5M
Operating margin
3.0%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$231.6M
Total liabilities
$57.1M
Net assets
$174.5M
Salaries & benefits
$26.3M
30% of expenses
Board members
25
25 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $91,647,658▼1.3% | $88,910,777▲3.3% | $174,451,870▲3.7% | $231,595,807▲2.2% | 990 |
| 2023 | $92,839,408▲12.9% | $86,060,343▲7.4% | $168,186,129▲4.8% | $226,598,867▲2.7% | 990 |
| 2022 | $82,247,343▲0.8% | $80,120,300▼3.4% | $160,526,059▼0.5% | $220,663,516▼2.2% | 990 |
| 2021 | $81,564,006▲3.3% | $82,926,927▲17.6% | $161,352,142▼5.7% | $225,528,088▼3.0% | 990 |
| 2020 | $78,953,450▲11.1% | $70,519,195▲0.2% | $171,018,968▲17.4% | $232,509,280▲11.1% | 990 |
| 2019 | $71,056,315▲0.5% | $70,391,135▲4.8% | $145,647,434▲1.3% | $209,281,744▲2.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $70,733,753▼4.2% | $67,141,935▲4.8% | $143,710,853▲1.6% | $204,864,458▼8.1% | 990 |
| 2017 | $73,819,383▲13.6% | $64,046,801▲0.4% | $141,479,232▲9.0% | $222,828,931▲4.3% | 990 |
| 2016 | $65,000,802▲16.2% | $63,797,580▲8.3% | $129,776,789▲6.0% | $213,611,278▲3.0% | 990 |
| 2015 | $55,943,887▼7.7% | $58,903,190▲1.1% | $122,477,737▼3.8% | $207,382,044▼3.1% | 990 |
| 2014 | $60,625,865▼0.8% | $58,261,053▲3.3% | $127,365,573▲2.8% | $214,051,069▲2.8% | 990 |
| 2013 | $61,089,833 | $56,386,830▲1.0% | $123,917,987▲8.7% | $208,266,942▲2.4% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $55,855,183▲1.7% | $113,973,260▲6.5% | $203,409,003▲3.2% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $54,897,011▲3.5% | $107,032,993▼4.4% | $197,158,646▼3.5% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $53,017,869 | $111,997,936 | $204,394,729 | 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: Ben Sells — $354,791 (0.40% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Sells | President | 40 | $354,791 |
| Bryan Mckinney | General Counsel/dean | 40 | $168,276 |
| Andy Almand | Professor | 40 | $154,410 |
| Tim Knight | Dean | 40 | $153,383 |
| Justin Hardin | Vice President | 40 | $151,374 |
| Keldon Henley | Vice President | 40 | $150,667 |
| Jason Tolbert | Vice President For Finance | 40 | $133,936 |
| Austin King | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Bill Elliff | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Bob Sexton | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Brett Rogers | Vice Chair | 0.25 | — |
| Clay Conly | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Clay Cunningham | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Craig Campbell | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Donna Kelly | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Frank Hickingbotham | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Jackie Harris | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| Jenny Turner | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| John Mccallum | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
| John Threet | Trustee | 0.25 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Sodexo | Catering Services | $5,712,605 |
| Scott Nelson Construction | Construction | $1,145,449 |
| Baldwin & Shell | Construction | $676,670 |
| Musco Sports Lighting | Lighting | $649,500 |
| Bba Corp | Bookstore | $578,338 |
Grants received · $1.0M total
67 grants to Ouachita Baptist University totaling $1.0M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Education | 2024 | $30,000 |
| Baptist Health | General support | 2024 | $16,667 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $7,089 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Education | 2023 | $142,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $55,900 |
| Baptist Health | General support | 2023 | $50,147 |
| National Collegiate Athletic Association | Grants | 2023 | $20,641 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $20,506 |
| Tulsa Community Foundation | Scholarships | 2023 | $17,500 |
| Arkansas Community Foundation Inc | To support the ouachita baptist school of business | 2023 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas Community Foundation Inc | Hickingbotham school of business #286-7130 | 2023 | $7,500 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $95,253 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Education | 2022 | $50,000 |
| Arkansas Childrens Hospital | General support | 2022 | $50,000 |
| Baptist Health | Economic development | 2022 | $29,667 |
Grants made · $5.8M in FY2021
1 grant totaling $5.8M in FY2021. All grants made by Ouachita Baptist University →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foresight and Faithfulness Foundation | To benefit supporting organization | $5,794,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Ouachita Baptist University a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Ouachita Baptist University is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 71-0239383, based in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Ouachita Baptist University's EIN?
- Ouachita Baptist University's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 71-0239383.
- How much revenue does Ouachita Baptist University report?
- Ouachita Baptist University reported $91,647,658 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Ouachita Baptist University's spending goes to programs?
- Ouachita Baptist University spends about 91% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Ouachita Baptist University have?
- CharityIndex grades Ouachita Baptist University A+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Ouachita Baptist University's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Ouachita Baptist University's latest Form 990 is $354,791, paid to Ben Sells (President).
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Data for Ouachita Baptist University (EIN 71-0239383) 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.