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Dillard University

New Orleans, Louisiana  ·  EIN 720408929  ·  Private foundation

Dillard University is a Louisiana-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $3.7M in annual giving against $279.3M in assets. This page documents the 4 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Dillard University — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$3.7M
Annual giving (FY2018)
$279.3M
Total assets
4
Grants tracked
2018
Most recent grant

What Dillard University funds

Dillard University's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.

Higher Education

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Dillard University, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Texas Southern University
RESEARCH
Houston, TX$187K2017
Green Door
RESEARCH
Detroit, MI$135K2017
Texas Southern University
RESEARCH
Houston, TX$98K2018
Harambee House
RESEARCH
Savanna, GA$16K2018

Dillard University giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2017$322K
2018$114K

How to apply for funding from Dillard University

Dillard University's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Dillard University

Does Dillard University accept grant applications?
Dillard University's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Dillard University fund?
Dillard University's grants focus on higher education. Recent recipients include Texas Southern University, Green Door, Texas Southern University. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Dillard University give in grants?
Dillard University reported $3.7M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2018). Across all years in our data it has awarded $436K over 4 grants.
Where is Dillard University located?
Dillard University is based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 720408929.
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About this profile. This page is built from Dillard University's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Dillard University. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.