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Depaul University

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DePaul University is a public charity based in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1898, it describes itself as an innovative Catholic, Vincentian university committed to students’ integral human development through outstanding teaching and academic excellence.

Depaul University at a glance

In short: Depaul University gave $3.2M across 32 grants in 2025 (avg $99K), mostly in Illinois. 34% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.

Annual giving (2025)
$3,152,228
+25.3% vs 2024
Grants made (2025)
32
+14.3% vs 2024
Average grant
$98,507
+9.7% vs 2024
Median grant
$33,893
Total assets
$2,032,154,925
+5.9% vs 2024
New grantees (estimate)
34% first-time grantees (11 of 32, 2025)
Primary geography
Illinois (76% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
Latest 990 filing
Form 990, 2025 View filing

Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).

How to apply to Depaul University

Contact

Mailing address: 1 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: (312) 362-7150
Website: https://depaul.edu

Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.

Who Depaul University funds

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2025

Academy for Urban School Leadership: $639KAcademy for Urban SchoolLeadership$639KSt Vincent De Paul Church: $274KSt Vincent De Paul Church$274KAnn & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital: $261KAnn & Robert H LurieChildren's Hospital$261KChicago Public Schools: $251KChicago Public Schools$251KLoyola University of Chicago: $206KLoyola University of Chicago$206KUniversity of Illinois: $193KUniversity of Illinois$193KSri International: $173KSri International$173KUniversity of Georgia Research Foundation: $165KUniversity of Georgia ResearchFoundation$165KRush University Medical Center: $160KRush University Medical Center$160KUniversity of Illinois at Chicago: $138KUniversity of Illinois atChicago$138K

The largest 2025 recipient was Academy for Urban School Leadership ($639K). Together the top 10 received $2.5M.

Grant Size Distribution

144 grants across all recorded years

89<$50K19$50–100K24$100–250K10$250–500K2$500K–1M$1–5M$5M+

The most common grant size was under $50K: 89 grants of 144 (62%).

Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

In 2025, 76% of reported grant dollars went to recipients in Illinois. California, Georgia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania each accounted for 5%. The largest listed recipients were primarily in Illinois.

Grant Distribution by State

23states

Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 32 itemized grants.

Cities

ChicagoEvanstonWestern SpringsUrbanaEarth CityChapel HillCollege ParkMenlo ParkState CollegeBloomingtonBowieBrooklynEast LansingEugeneHanoverLafayetteNashvillePittsburghProvidenceSanta Cruz

Is Depaul University open to new grantees?

34%

first-time grantees, 2025

In 2025, 11 of 32 grantees (34%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $55K; repeat grants $121K. How we count

Medians: $15K first-time, $91K repeat.

  • 56% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
  • Giving grew 44% from 2022 to 2025. Method

Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.

Giving History

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

$0$1M$2M$3M$4M29 grants2020 27 grants2021 36 grants2022 21 grants2023 28 grants2024 32 grants2025

From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $1.5M (2021) to $3.2M (2025). In 2025 it made 32 grants totaling $3.2M.

Grants by year

Grant recipients and amounts by year

RecipientPurposeAmount
Academy for Urban School Leadership Chicago, ILSub-Contracts$639,044
St Vincent De Paul Church Chicago, ILGeneral Support$274,233
Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital Chicago, ILSub-Contracts$261,187
Chicago Public Schools Chicago, ILSub-Contracts$251,200
Loyola University of Chicago Chicago, ILSub-Contracts$206,133
University of Illinois Urbana, ILSub-Contracts$193,338
Sri International Menlo Park, CASub-Contracts$172,901
University of Georgia Research Foundation Athens, GASub-Contracts$165,421
Rush University Medical Center Chicago, ILSub-Contracts$159,779
University of Illinois at Chicago Chicago, ILSub-Contracts$138,353
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Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

In its 2024 filing narrative, DePaul reported that student and other financial aid represented approximately 37% of total university expenses and included over $349 million in aid to students.

Figures from IRS filings, by filing year
Filing yearTotal AssetsRevenueExpensesGrants paidGrantsNet Investment Income
2025$2,032,154,925$966,926,889$943,640,265$3,152,22832$55,886,319
2024$1,919,765,785$918,078,036$900,393,398$2,514,76828$44,250,186
2023$1,823,700,020$848,355,986$874,464,149$2,107,30621$26,804,500
2022$1,799,315,702$889,340,745$822,310,067$2,182,53936$54,238,737
2021$1,952,881,623$868,047,140$773,703,489$1,531,37627$46,404,617
2020$1,757,707,866$903,291,560$795,777,740$2,034,71429$76,270,443

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

DePaul’s stated mission is to support the integral human development of its students as an innovative Catholic, Vincentian university anchored in Chicago, through a commitment to outstanding teaching and academic excellence.

Its 2025 grants included subcontracts and general support to universities, schools, health institutions, and other organizations. The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate their work: the Academy for Urban School Leadership says it recruits, trains, and supports teachers in underserved communities; Rush University Medical Center says its mission is to improve health through patient care, education, research, and community partnerships; and SRI International says it develops solutions through scientific research and development. These are descriptions of the grantees, not DePaul’s stated funding priorities.

Grantmaking

In filing year 2025, DePaul reported 32 grants totaling $3,152,228. Grant amounts ranged from $6,800 to $639,044, with a median of $33,892. The largest listed awards included $639,044 to the Academy for Urban School Leadership, $274,233 to St. Vincent de Paul Church, $261,187 to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital, and $251,200 to Chicago Public Schools. Most of these listed awards were identified as subcontracts; the church award was for general support.

The university’s website describes the Vincentian Endowment Fund as supporting mission-related initiatives and activities. Its discretionary grants are for proposals up to $2,000 and are limited to DePaul students, staff, and faculty with a continuing relationship with the university. Students need support from a full-time staff or faculty member. Applications are submitted online; decisions are generally communicated within about two weeks, and awarded funds are normally available for immediate use. Funds must be spent within the academic or fiscal year in which they are awarded. The website states that applications for the 2026–2027 school year opened July 1, 2026, and that the application window closes May 15. These are internal university grants, not an invitation for outside organizations to apply.

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

The 2025 filing lists Dr. Robert Manuel as president and trustee, Michael Scudder as chair and trustee, and Sasha L. Gerritson as vice chair and trustee. Other listed trustees are Gerald A. Beeson, Peter C. Argianas, Manuel Favela, Jennifer A. Fortner, Judith P. Greffin, Aristotle P. Halikias, and Harry J. Harczak.

Depaul University is led by Robert Manuel, President & Trustee on every filing since 2023; 32 of 74 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.

Officers on the 2025 filing

  • Robert Manuel

    President & Trustee

    On filings since 2023

    50 hrs/week

    $334K (2023) → $1M (2025)

  • Michael Scudder

    Chair & Trustee

    Vice Chair → Vice Chair & Trustee, 2024

    Vice Chair & Trustee → Chair & Trustee, 2025

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Dewayne Peevy

    Athletics Director

    On filings since 2022

    50 hrs/week

    $445K (2022) → $595K (2025)

  • Anne M. Prisco

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Carla R. Michelotti

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Clair O'Grady

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Demetrios G. Logothetis

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Dia S. Weil

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Donald Heller

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Donna Thompson

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Gerald A. Beeson

    Trustee

    Trustee → Chair & Trustee, 2022

    Chair & Trustee → Trustee, 2025

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Harry J. Harczak

    Trustee

    Trustee → Vice Chair, 2022

    Vice Chair → Trustee, 2023

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • James J. Maher Cm

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Jennifer W. Steans

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • John Kerr

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Joseph Skender

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Judith P. Greffin

    Trustee

    Trustee → Vice Chair, 2022

    Vice Chair → Trustee, 2023

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Karen M. Atwood

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Mark S. Pranaitis Cm

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Peter C. Argianas

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Roberto R. Herencia

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Sasha L. Gerritson

    Vice Chair & Trustee

    Trustee → Vice Chair, 2023

    Vice Chair → Vice Chair & Trustee, 2024

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Sebastian S. Cualoping

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Stacy Janiak

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Therese Fauerbach

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Timothy S. Crane

    Trustee

    On filings since 2020

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Anna Richo

    Trustee

    On filings since 2021

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Manuel Favela

    Trustee

    On filings since 2021

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Ruth Williams-Brinkley

    Trustee

    On filings since 2021

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Aristotle P. Halikias

    Trustee

    On filings since 2022

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Bertram L. Scott

    Trustee

    On filings since 2022

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Haydee Olinger

    Trustee

    On filings since 2022

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Jennifer A. Fortner

    Trustee

    On filings since 2022

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Michael De Anda

    Trustee

    On filings since 2022

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Kevin M. Keeley

    Trustee

    On filings since 2023

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Malik T. Murray

    Trustee

    On filings since 2023

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Michael Canning

    Trustee

    On filings since 2023

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • David L. Booth

    Trustee

    On filings since 2024

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Lucino Sotelo

    Trustee

    On filings since 2024

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Sr Barbara Reid Op

    Trustee

    On filings since 2024

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Stephanie Bryan Kangas

    Trustee

    On filings since 2024

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Stephanie D. Shipp

    Trustee

    On filings since 2024

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Very Rev Joseph S. Williams Cm

    Trustee

    New on the 2025 filing

    1 hr/week

    No compensation reported

  • Dorothy Kozlowski

    Interim Dean, Coll. of Sci. & Health

    Interim Dean, Science & Health → Interim Dean, Coll. of Sci. & Health, 2024

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $259K (2020) → $129K (2025)

  • Eugene Zdziarski PhD

    Vice President for Student Aff.

    Vice President for Student Affairs → Vice President for Student Aff., 2025

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $340K (2020) → $377K (2025)

  • Guillermo Vasquez De Velasco

    Dean, La & S

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $346K (2020) → $394K (2025)

  • Misty Johanson

    Dean & Driehaus College of Business

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $386K (2020) → $336K (2025)

  • Robert McCormick

    Vice President for Information Services

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $325K (2020) → $368K (2025)

  • Salma Ghanem

    Provost

    Interim Provost → Provost, 2021

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $409K (2020) → $548K (2025)

  • Sherri Sidler

    Executive Vice President

    Vice President for Finance & Controller → Executive Vice President, 2021

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $304K (2020) → $493K (2025)

  • Soumitra Ghosh

    Vice President for Enrollment Management

    Vice President for Enroll. Management → Vice President for Enrollment Management, 2021

    On filings since 2020

    50 hrs/week

    $260K (2021) → $454K (2025)

  • James Shilling

    Professor

    On filings since 2021

    50 hrs/week

    $480K (2021) → $439K (2025)

  • Kathy Stieber

    Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary

    On filings since 2021

    50 hrs/week

    $293K (2021) → $433K (2025)

  • Richard Bruno

    Women's Head Basketball Coach

    On filings since 2021

    50 hrs/week

    $600K (2021) → $536K (2025)

  • Stephanie Dance-Barnes

    Dean, College of Science & Health

    On filings since 2021

    50 hrs/week

    $162K (2021) → $314K (2025)

  • Thomas Donley

    Interim Dean & Driehaus Clg. of Bus.

    Interim Dean & Driehaus College of Business → Interim Dean & Driehaus Clg. of Bus., 2024

    On filings since 2021

    50 hrs/week

    $320K (2021) → $238K (2025)

  • Brian Sullivan

    Treasurer

    On filings since 2022

    50 hrs/week

    $245K (2022) → $396K (2025)

  • Dennis Holtschneider Cm

    Chancellor

    On filings since 2022

    1 hr/week

    $500 (2023) → $0 (2025)

  • Jo Smith

    Controller

    On filings since 2022

    50 hrs/week

    $93K (2022) → $248K (2025)

  • Richard Wiltse

    Vice President for Facility Operations

    Vice President for Facility Ops → Vice President for Facility Operations, 2024

    On filings since 2023

    50 hrs/week

    $222K (2023) → $326K (2025)

  • Sulin Ba

    Dean & Driehaus College of Business

    Dean & Driehaus College → Dean & Driehaus College of Business, 2024

    On filings since 2023

    50 hrs/week

    $204K (2023) → $446K (2025)

  • Cristel Turner

    Vice President for Pr & Comms. Cbo

    On filings since 2024

    50 hrs/week

    $28K (2024) → $296K (2025)

  • David Avdul

    Interim Vice President for Hr

    On filings since 2024

    50 hrs/week

    $201K (2024) → $246K (2025)

  • Jose Perales

    Int. Vice President for Inst. Div. & Eq.

    On filings since 2024

    50 hrs/week

    $143K (2024) → $179K (2025)

  • Katie Fraumann

    Senior Vice President for Advisor & Ext. Relations

    Sr.vp Foradv. & Ext.rela. → Senior Vice President for Advisor & Ext. Relations, 2025

    On filings since 2024

    50 hrs/week

    $484K (2024) → $615K (2025)

  • Lucia Dettori

    Interim Dean, Coll.of Com. & Digital

    On filings since 2024

    50 hrs/week

    $302K (2024) → $296K (2025)

  • Mark Laboe

    Int. Vice President for Mission & Min.

    On filings since 2024

    50 hrs/week

    $140K (2024) → $194K (2025)

  • St Arbin Smith

    Vice President Si & Chief of Staff

    On filings since 2024

    50 hrs/week

    $368K (2024) → $334K (2025)

  • Anthony Stubblefield -Men's

    Head Basketball Coach

    New on the 2025 filing

    $1M (2025)

  • Ben Walters

    Interim Treasurer

    New on the 2025 filing

    50 hrs/week

    $126K (2025)

  • Chris Holtmann

    Men's Head Basketball Coach

    New on the 2025 filing

    50 hrs/week

    $1.2M (2025)

  • Elizabeth Clements

    Vice President & University Communications

    New on the 2025 filing

    50 hrs/week

    $191K (2025)

  • Eric Dierdorf

    Professor

    New on the 2025 filing

    50 hrs/week

    $405K (2025)

  • Kimberlie Goldsberry

    Int. Vice President & Student Aff.

    New on the 2025 filing

    50 hrs/week

    $157K (2025)

Former officers (52)
  • Former: A. Gabriel Esteban PhD (2020–2024) — Former President & Trustee
  • Former: David Miller (2020–2024) — Dean, College of Computing & Digital Media
  • Former: Elizabeth F. Ortiz EdD (2020–2024) — Vice President for Inst.div. & Equity
  • Former: Guillermo Campuzano Cm (2020–2024) — Sr.vp for Mission & Values
  • Former: Linda Blakley (2020–2024) — Vice President for Mktg. & Committee
  • Former: Patrick J. McDevitt Cm (2020–2024) — Trustee
  • Former: Stephanie Smith (2020–2024) — Vice President for Human Resources
  • Former: Hongjun Yan (2021–2024) — Professor
  • Former: Jennifer Perea (2021–2024) — Dean & College of Law
  • Former: Anthony Stubblefield (2022–2024) — Men's Head Basketball Coach
  • Former: Msloraine Smedley (2024) — Interim Vice President for Advisor
  • Former: Dan Allen PhD (2020–2023) — Vice President for Advancement
  • Former: John L. Brennan (2020–2023) — Trustee
  • Former: Joseph R. Marbach (2020–2023) — Trustee
  • Former: Robert Janis (2020–2023) — Vice President for Facility Ops
  • Former: Sr Margaret Mary Fitzpatrick (2020–2023) — Trustee
  • Former: Steve Stoute JD (2020–2023) — Vice President Si & Chief of Staff
  • Former: Christopher Del Moral-Niles (2021–2023) — Trustee
  • Former: Tonya Baez (2021–2023) — Interim Treasurer
  • Former: Larry R. Rogers Sr. (2022–2023) — Trustee
  • Former: Lori Smedley (2022–2023) — Vice President for Advancement
  • Former: Stephanie Bryan-Kangas (2022–2023) — Trustee
  • Former: Arbin Smith (2023) — Vice President Si & Chief of Staff
  • Former: Orlando Ranson (2023) — Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
  • Former: John Sheehy (2020–2022) — Trustee
  • Former: Mary A. Dempsey (2020–2022) — Trustee
  • Former: Ray Whittington (2020–2022) — Dean & Driehaus College of Business
  • Former: Timothy Knight (2020–2022) — Trustee
  • Former: Daniel C. Ustian (2020–2021) — Trustee
  • Former: Dave Leitao (2020–2021) — Men's Head Bb Coach
  • Former: Erin Archer (2020–2021) — Treasurer
  • Former: Gery J. Chico (2020–2021) — Trustee
  • Former: James T. Ryan (2020–2021) — Chair & Trustee
  • Former: Jean Lenti-Ponsetto (2020–2021) — Athletics Director
  • Former: Jeffrey Bethke (2020–2021) — Executive Vice President
  • Former: Jessica Sarowitz (2020–2021) — Trustee
  • Former: Jose D. Padilla JD (2020–2021) — Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary
  • Former: Lori Holland (2020–2021) — Vice Chair & Trustee
  • Former: Lucy Rinehart (2020–2021) — Dean, La & S
  • Former: Anne R. Pramaggiore (2020) — Trustee
  • Former: Belverd Needles (2020) — Professor
  • Former: Biff Bowman (2020) — Trustee
  • Former: Chester A. Gougis (2020) — Trustee
  • Former: David H. Kalsbeek PhD (2020) — Senior Vice President for Enrollment Mng & Mktg
  • Former: Dennis H. Holtscheider (2020) — Chancellor
  • Former: Edward R. Udovic Cm (2020) — Secretary
  • Former: John Ahern (2020) — Professor
  • Former: Joseph Adams (2020) — Trustee
  • Former: Mark Frigo (2020) — Professor
  • Former: Marten L. Denboer (2020) — Provost
  • Former: Paula Luff (2020) — Interim Vice President for Enroll. Management & Mktg.
  • Former: Werner Debondt (2020) — Professor

Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.

Compensation Overview

From 2025 IRS filing

Mr Chris Holtmann — Men's Head Basketball Coach: $1.2MMr Chris HoltmannMen's Head Basketball Coach$1.2MDr Robert Manuel — President & Trustee: $1.0MDr Robert ManuelPresident & Trustee$1.0MMr Anthony Stubblefield -Men's — Head Basketball COACH(THRU 01/22/24): $1.0MMr Anthony Stubblefield…Head Basketball COACH(THRU…$1.0MMs Katie Fraumann — Sr. VP for ADV. & EXT. Relations: $615KMs Katie FraumannSr. VP for ADV. & EXT. Relations$615KMr Dewayne Peevy — Athletics Director: $595KMr Dewayne PeevyAthletics Director$595KMs Salma Ghanem — Provost: $548KMs Salma GhanemProvost$548KMr Richard Bruno — Women's Head Basketball Coach: $536KMr Richard BrunoWomen's Head Basketball Coach$536KMs Sherri Sidler — Executive VP: $493KMs Sherri SidlerExecutive VP$493KMr Soumitra Ghosh — VP for Enrollment Management: $454KMr Soumitra GhoshVP for Enrollment Management$454KMs Sulin Ba — Dean, Driehaus College of Business: $446KMs Sulin BaDean, Driehaus College of…$446KMr James Shilling — Professor: $439KMr James ShillingProfessor$439KMs Kathy Stieber — VP, General Counsel & Secretary: $433KMs Kathy StieberVP, General Counsel & Secretary$433KMr Eric Dierdorf — Professor: $405KMr Eric DierdorfProfessor$405KMr Brian Sullivan — Treasurer (Thru 10/02/24): $396KMr Brian SullivanTreasurer (Thru 10/02/24)$396KMr Guillermo Vasquez De Velasco — Dean, LA&S: $394KMr Guillermo Vasquez De…Dean, LA&S$394KMr Eugene Zdziarski PHD — VP for Student AFF. (Thru 12/31/24): $377KMr Eugene Zdziarski PHDVP for Student AFF. (Thru…$377KMr Robert McCormick — VP for Information Services: $368KMr Robert McCormickVP for Information Services$368KMs Misty Johanson — Dean, Driehaus College of Business: $336KMs Misty JohansonDean, Driehaus College of…$336KMr St Arbin Smith — VP Si, Chief of Staff: $334KMr St Arbin SmithVP Si, Chief of Staff$334KMr Richard Wiltse — VP for Facility Operations: $326KMr Richard WiltseVP for Facility Operations$326KMs Stephanie Dance-Barnes — Dean, College of Science and Health: $314KMs Stephanie…Dean, College of Science and…$314KMs Lucia Dettori — Interim DEAN,COLL.OF COM.&DIGITAL: $296KMs Lucia DettoriInterim DEAN,COLL.OF…$296KMs Cristel Turner — VP for PR & Comms. CBO: $296KMs Cristel TurnerVP for PR & Comms. CBO$296KMs Jo Smith — Controller: $248KMs Jo SmithController$248KMr David Avdul — Interim VP for HR: $246KMr David AvdulInterim VP for HR$246KMr Thomas Donley — Interim Dean, Driehaus CLG. of Bus.: $238KMr Thomas DonleyInterim Dean, Driehaus CLG. of…$238KMr Mark Laboe — Int. VP for Mission & Min.: $194KMr Mark LaboeInt. VP for Mission & Min.$194KMs Elizabeth Clements — VP, University Communication: $191KMs Elizabeth ClementsVP, University Communication$191KMr Jose Perales — Int. VP for Inst. Div.& Eq.: $179KMr Jose PeralesInt. VP for Inst. Div.& Eq.$179KMs Kimberlie Goldsberry — Int. VP, Student AFF. (Beg 01/01/25): $157KMs Kimberlie GoldsberryInt. VP, Student AFF. (Beg…$157KMs Dorothy Kozlowski — Interim Dean, Coll. of SCI. & Health: $129KMs Dorothy KozlowskiInterim Dean, Coll. of SCI. &…$129KMr Ben Walters — Interim Treasurer (Beg 10/03/24): $126KMr Ben WaltersInterim Treasurer (Beg 10/03/24)$126K

The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $1.2M, to Mr Chris Holtmann (Men's Head Basketball Coach). 32 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.

Frequently asked questions about Depaul University

How much does Depaul University give each year?

Depaul University gave $3.2M across 32 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $2.5M across 28 grants.

What is Depaul University's typical grant size?

Depaul University's median grant in 2025 was $33,893, and its average grant was $98,507, across 32 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Depaul University that year got $55K on average.

Where does Depaul University give grants?

Depaul University gives mostly in Illinois: 76% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were California (5%) and Georgia (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (16 grants).

Does Depaul University give general operating support?

Yes: 31% of Depaul University's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 32) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990. Recurring purposes include "Sub-Contracts" (22 grants).

Who are Depaul University's largest grantees?

Depaul University's largest 2025 grantees include Academy for Urban School Leadership ($639,044), St Vincent De Paul Church ($274,233) and Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital ($261,187), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.

How large is Depaul University?

Depaul University reported $2.0B in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $966.9M.

What does Depaul University fund?

DePaul’s stated mission is to support the integral human development of its students as an innovative Catholic, Vincentian university anchored in Chicago, through a commitment to outstanding teaching and academic excellence. See mission & focus areas ↑

How do I apply for a grant from Depaul University?

Depaul University has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check depaul.edu for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.

What is Depaul University's EIN?

Depaul University's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-2167048. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.

Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.

Data update history

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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable

  1. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 10, 2021)
  2. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 13, 2022)
  3. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 10, 2023)
  4. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS April 26, 2024)
  5. Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 14, 2025)
  6. Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 13, 2026)
  7. IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024

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Cite this profile

Grantable. (2026). Depaul University funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/depaul-university-morg_e16ff9aced2a42bb9e1f6fbdd3454fb6

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