Bluffton University
- Assets
- $69.8m
- Revenue
- $35.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 564
- Location
- Bluffton, OH
- Founding
- 04/1943
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 34-4428207
Organization Overview
Bluffton University is located in Bluffton, OH. The organization was established in 1943. According to its NTEE Classification (B42) the organization is classified as: Undergraduate Colleges, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Bluffton University employed 564 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Bluffton 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 06/2022, Bluffton University generated $35.7m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $35.0m during the year ending 06/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by 0.0% per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE UNIVERSITY SEEKS TO PREPARE STUDENTS OF ALL BACKGROUNDS FOR LIFE AND VOCATION, RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP, SERVICE TO ALL PEOPLE AND FOR THE PURPOSES OF GOD'S KINGDOM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
BLUFFTON UNIVERSITY PROVIDES AN EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE THAT PROMOTES OUR FOUR ENDURING VALUES OF DISCOVERY, COMMUNITY, RESPECT AND SERVICE. ONE CAN CHOOSE FROM 45 MAJORS AND MORE THAN 43 MINORS. BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, EDUCATION, SPORT MANAGEMENT, AND NUTRITION AND DIETETICS ARE AMONG OUR LARGEST MAJORS. WE ALSO OFFER GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN EDUCATION AND BUSINESS. OUR STUDENT AID PROGRAM SERVED 710 STUDENTS AND ALLOWS THE INSTITUTION TO PROVIDE AN EDUCATION THAT HELPS STUDENTS FIND THEIR GREATER PURPOSE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jane Wood President | Officer | 55 | $205,000 |
Arthur Woodruff Left 1221 VP Of Fiscal Affairs | Officer | 55 | $97,742 |
Lamar Nisly VP Academic Affairs | Officer | 50 | $95,124 |
Robin Bowlus VP Enrollment And Advancement | Officer | 60 | $86,065 |
John Burkart Interim VP Of Fiscal Affairs | Officer | 55 | $78,940 |
Phillip Talavinia VP Student Life & Athletics | Officer | 60 | $76,254 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Charles Construction Construction Service | 6/29/22 | $2,089,416 |
Sodexo And Affiliates Food Services | 6/29/22 | $1,898,568 |
Slingshot Lp Bookstore Provider | 6/29/22 | $384,431 |
All Terra Inc Construction Service | 6/29/22 | $275,801 |
Sol Harrisday Architecture Inc Construction Service | 6/29/22 | $263,117 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $16,612 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $130,925 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,632,342 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $81,287 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,779,879 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $30,328,621 |
| Investment income | $187,601 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $315,055 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $1,187 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $44,006 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $35,656,349 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $15,401,506 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $566,639 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $51,426 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $5,674,359 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,786,730 |
| Payroll taxes | $461,952 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $18,128 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $93,800 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,638,030 |
| Advertising and promotion | $17,061 |
| Office expenses | $970,397 |
| Information technology | $249,310 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,582,628 |
| Travel | $654,867 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $18,872 |
| Interest | $426,013 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,119,475 |
| Insurance | $410,238 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $35,042,150 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,500 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $13,330,659 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $406,821 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $234,630 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $1,111,080 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $16,202 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,436,038 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $33,219,195 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $13,708,067 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $6,323,233 |
| Total assets | $69,788,425 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,041,730 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $8,429,676 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $1,356,278 |
| Total liabilities | $12,827,684 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $21,436,682 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $35,524,059 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $69,788,425 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that Bluffton University has recieved totaling $72,493.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Columbus Foundation Columbus, OH PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $19,200 |
Organization Name not Listed PURPOSE: SCHOLARSHIP | | $16,741 |
American Endowment Foundation Hudson, OH PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL | $15,000 |
Charities Aid Foundation America Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE DONATION | $8,739 |
Premier Bank Foundation Canfield, OH PURPOSE: SCHOLARSHIP | $3,000 |
Orris C & Beatrice Dewey Mem Fnd Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: SCHOLARSHIP | $2,500 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $25,754,825 |
| Earnings | -$1,789,372 |
| Net Contributions | $333,867 |
| Grants | $744,289 |
| Ending Balance | $23,555,031 |
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