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We build pathways that change lives. Since 1999, we've made $10 billion in commitments to accelerate human opportunity across the globe.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyMichael & Susan Dell Foundation is a registered advocacy & civil rights nonprofit based in Austin, TX, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1999 and has been operating for 27 years. Its EIN is 364336415. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 91/100 for advocacy & civil rights charities in United States. The organization reports $4.3B in annual revenue. 5 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100. 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 68 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for advocacy & civil rights charities in United States is 91/100.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation is located in Austin, TX, United States. The organization was established in 1999 and has been active for 27 years.
Based on official tax filings, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has $4.3B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $4M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation is classified as a Advocacy & Civil Rights organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Private non-operating foundation. It has $4.3B in annual revenue. The organization has 5 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. 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.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
We build pathways that change lives. Since 1999, we've made $10 billion in commitments to accelerate human opportunity across the globe. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation is classified as a advocacy & civil rights organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1999.
Among advocacy & civil rights charities registered in United States: Michael & Susan Dell Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68/100 is below the peer average of 91/100. Its annual revenue of $4.3B is well above the peer average of $4M.
Yes, donations to Michael & Susan Dell Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 364336415, 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.
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10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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MICHAEL & SUSAN DELL FOUNDATION 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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NeutralTIME Reveals the 2026 TIME100 Most Influential Leaders in Philanthropy - Time Magazine
Michael Dell - Britannica
Dell Technologies power couple CEO Michael Dell and wife Susan make staggering $750 million move - HELLO! Magazine
Who are Michael and Susan Dell? From Dell computers to a record UT donation - Yahoo
UT announces new Dell Medical Center, research campus after $750 million gift - Texas Public Radio | TPR
Michael And Susan Dell Commit $750 Million To UT Austin, Surpassing $1 Billion In Lifetime Giving - Dallas Express
UT Austin to create new Dell Medical Center, advanced research campus after $750M gift - Audacy
Michael and Susan Dell Surpass $1 Billion in Giving to UT Austin - The University of Texas at Austin
Michael Dell invests $1B to UT Austin to build 'hospital of future' - Longhorns Wire
UT announces new Dell Medical Center, research campus after $750 million gift - KUT
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- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 5 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
- What is Michael & Susan Dell Foundation?
- Michael & Susan Dell Foundation is a advocacy & civil rights private non-operating foundation based in Austin, United States. We build pathways that change lives. Since 1999, we've made $10 billion in commitments to accelerate human opportunity across the globe.
- When was Michael & Susan Dell Foundation founded?
- Michael & Susan Dell Foundation was founded in 1999.
- Who leads Michael & Susan Dell Foundation?
- Ben Campbell serves as Head of Finance & Operations.
- Where is Michael & Susan Dell Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Austin, United States.
- What is Michael & Susan Dell Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1B+.
- Is Michael & Susan Dell Foundation trustworthy?
- Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 68 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 Michael & Susan Dell Foundation's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 364336415.
- What is Michael & Susan Dell Foundation's website?
- http://dell.org