Abilene Christian University

Organization Overview

Abilene Christian University is located in Abilene, TX. The organization was established in 1941. According to its NTEE Classification (B43) the organization is classified as: Universities, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 05/2022, Abilene Christian University employed 2,868 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Abilene Christian University is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 05/2020, Abilene Christian University generated $253.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $212.7m during the year ending 05/2020. While expenses have increased by 2.5% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Since 2015, Abilene Christian University has awarded 100 individual grants totaling $1,317,629. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2020

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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ACU IS A NATIONAL LEADER IN CHRISTIAN HIGHER EDUCATION, AND THE MISSION IS TO EDUCATE STUDENTS FOR CHRISTIAN SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. ACU IS A VIBRANT, INNOVATIVE, CHRIST-CENTERED COMMUNITY THAT ENGAGES STUDENTS IN AUTHENTIC SPIRITUAL AND INTELLECTUAL GROWTH, EQUIPPING THEM TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY IS A HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION WHICH SERVES APPROXIMATELY 5,900 GRADUATE AND UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS. IN ADDITION TO EDUCATING THE STUDENTS, THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS ON-CAMPUS AND OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING, ON-CAMPUS FOOD SERVICE, ATHLETIC PROGRAMS AND ASSISTANCE WITH STUDENT AID. ACU ALSO OPERATES PROGRAMS TO FOSTER RELATIONSHIPS WITH ALUMNI OF THE UNIVERSITY.


AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES INTEGRATE LIVING, LEARNING, AND FAITH, WHEREBY STUDENTS LEARN TO LIVE LIVES OF CHRISTIAN SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. IT COMBINES WHAT STUDENTS LEARN IN THE CLASSROOM WITH PRACTICAL APPLICATION THAT WILL PREPARE THEM FOR REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCES.


EDUCATION SERVICES INCLUDES ACADEMIC COUNSELING AND TESTING SERVICES, HEALTH SERVICES, AND STUDY ABROAD ACTIVITIES THAT ARE ALL DESIGNED TO ENHANCE A STUDENT'S LEARNING EXPERIENCE AND THE OVERALL QUALITY OF A STUDENT'S EDUCATION.


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Outside Vendors & Contractors

Vendor Name (Service)Compensation
Hoar Construction Llc
Construction
$40,307,798
Core Construction Services
Construction
$16,704,500
Chartwells Higher Education
Food Service
$6,243,453
Batjer & Associates Inc
Construction
$1,891,165
Wff Facility Services
Custodial Service
$1,966,547
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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$30,866,737
Investment income $5,186,390
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $14,005,309
Net Rental Income $869,078
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $34,282,033
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $548,712
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $252,996,672

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Abilene Christian University has awarded $75,000 in support to 4 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY

Org PageRecipient Profile

Colorado Springs, CO

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$25,000

Gallatin, TN

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$25,000

NORTH DAVIS CHURCH OF CHRIST

Org PageRecipient Profile

Arlington, TX

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$15,000

EASTERN EUROPEAN MISSIONS

Org PageRecipient Profile

Hurst, TX

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$10,000
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Abilene Christian University has recieved totaling $632,100.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Brentwood Foundation

Frisco, TX

PURPOSE: SUPPORT CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES

$632,000
Go Foundation

Marble Falls, TX

PURPOSE: EDUCATING FOR CHRISTIAN LIVINGCHRISTIAN SCHOOL

$100
View Grant Recipient Profile

Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$638,449,351
Earnings$72,063,990
Admin Expense$2,469,976
Net Contributions$18,930,342
Other Expense$18,424,274
Grants$9,324,839
Ending Balance$699,224,594

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$314,487,625
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$252,996,672
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$142,120,388
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$191,939,533
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$172,171,417

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