Association for the Study of Higher Education
The primary mission of the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE)is to foster scholarly inquiry for the purpose of increasing knowledge about and the understanding of …
Association for the Study of Higher
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ASHE is a scholarly society with 2,000 members dedicated to higher education as a field of study. It is committed to diversity in its programs and membership, and has enjoyed extraordinary success in involving graduate students in Association activities.
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Mission
The primary mission of the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE)is to foster scholarly inquiry for the purpose of increasing knowledge about and the understanding of higher education to enhance policy and practice. This corporation, herein referred to as the association of ASHE, is organized for educational and related purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, including, but not limited to, facilitating communication and efforts among individuals and entities concerned with the study of higher education.
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· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Association for the Study of Higher Education has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1976, it predates 81% of the education charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Association for the Study of Higher Education draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical education charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAssociation for the Study of Higher Education is a registered education nonprofit based in Beaverton, OR, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1976 and has been operating for 50 years. Its EIN is 521071242. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 69/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $931K in annual revenue. 34 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Association for the Study of Higher Education's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 521071242. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Association for the Study of Higher Education has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 69 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 91% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
Association for the Study of Higher Education is located in Beaverton, OR, United States. The organization was established in 1976 and has been active for 50 years. Its registered address is PO Box 88737, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Association for the Study of Higher Education has $931K in annual revenue. It allocates 91% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 74% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Association for the Study of Higher Education is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $931K in annual revenue. The organization has 34 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Association for the Study of Higher Education. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Association for the Study of Higher Education holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 91% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
ASHE is a scholarly society with 2,000 members dedicated to higher education as a field of study. It is committed to diversity in its programs and membership, and has enjoyed extraordinary success in involving graduate students in Association activities. Association for the Study of Higher Education is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1976.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 91% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $931K is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Association for the Study of Higher Education are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Association for the Study of Higher Education is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 521071242, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
ASSOCIATION FOR THE STUDY OF HIGHER EDUCATION is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2023 filing
Officers & trustees (14)
Source: Public filings
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 34 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 34 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1976
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Association for the Study of Higher Education
- What is Association for the Study of Higher Education?
- Association for the Study of Higher Education is a education supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Beaverton, United States. ASHE is a scholarly society with 2,000 members dedicated to higher education as a field of study. It is committed to diversity in its programs and membership, and has enjoyed extraordinary success in involving graduate students in Association activities.
- When was Association for the Study of Higher Education founded?
- Association for the Study of Higher Education was founded in 1976.
- Who leads Association for the Study of Higher Education?
- Jason Guilbeau serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Association for the Study of Higher Education located?
- Headquartered in Beaverton, OR, United States.
- What is Association for the Study of Higher Education's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 91% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Association for the Study of Higher Education trustworthy?
- Association for the Study of Higher Education has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Association for the Study of Higher Education's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 521071242.
- What is Association for the Study of Higher Education's website?
- https://www.ashe.ws