Belmont University
Belmont university is a private, coeducational institution focused on undergraduate and post-graduate education. It provides an academically challenging education and strives to be a leader among teaching universities …
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Mission
Belmont university is a private, coeducational institution focused on undergraduate and post-graduate education. It provides an academically challenging education and strives to be a leader among teaching universities bringing together the best of liberal arts and professional education in a christian community of learning and service.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Belmont University has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 88,739 education charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Established in 1951, it predates 93% of the education charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 87% of the 195,586 education charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBelmont University is a registered education nonprofit based in Nashville, TN, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1951 and has been operating for 75 years. Its EIN is 620465076. 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 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $523M in annual revenue. 176 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Belmont University's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 620465076. 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.
Belmont University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. 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 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 75% 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.
Belmont University is located in Nashville, TN, United States. The organization was established in 1951 and has been active for 75 years.
Based on official tax filings, Belmont University has $523M in annual revenue. It allocates 75% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 73% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Belmont University is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $523M in annual revenue. The organization has 176 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Belmont University. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Belmont University 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 75% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). 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.
Unlock your potential at Belmont University. Join our vibrant community, explore innovative programs, and embark on a transformative educational journey. Belmont University is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1951.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 75% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $523M is well above the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Belmont University are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 620465076, 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
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): 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.
BELMONT UNIVERSITY 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.
Always confirm tax treatment with the charity directly or your tax advisor before donating.
Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Belmont names newest Athletic Hall of Fame inductees - Main Street Media of Tennessee
Brendan Mullins Invited to 2026 TopConnect Basketball Symposium - Belmont Bruins
Feeling the Music in Music City: Cooper Knowles Commits to Belmont University - WGEM
Feeling the Music in Music City: Cooper Knowles Commits to Belmont University - WGEM
Belmont Announces Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026 - Belmont Bruins
West Hancock’s Cooper Knowles commits to Belmont University basketball - whig.com
Belmont University Student from W Lafayette Added to Spring 2026 Dean's List - Newsbug.info
Five Bruins Earn CSC Academic All-District Team Honors - Belmont Bruins
Belmont University to screen country icon Alan Jackson’s final concert next month - WSMV
Softball Falls in Tuscaloosa Regional, Wraps Historic 2026 Season - Belmont Bruins
Activity timeline
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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 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 176 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- 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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 176 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 · 1951
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Belmont University
- What is Belmont University?
- Belmont University is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Nashville, United States. Unlock your potential at Belmont University. Join our vibrant community, explore innovative programs, and embark on a transformative educational journey.
- When was Belmont University founded?
- Belmont University was founded in 1951.
- Who leads Belmont University?
- Steve Lasley serves as VP of Finance and Operations.
- Where is Belmont University located?
- Headquartered in Nashville, TN, United States.
- What is Belmont University's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100M-$1B. 75% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Belmont University trustworthy?
- Belmont University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 out of 100 (Strong 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 Belmont University's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 620465076.
- What is Belmont University's website?
- http://www.belmont.edu