Southern Methodist University
Grantmaking foundation in Dallas, Texas · EIN 75-0800689
- Texas
- Dallas
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Texas
- Total giving
- $260MTax year 2025
- Total assets
- $4.6BLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
The primary mission of the University is education through research and teaching by creating and imparting knowledge that will shape citizens who contribute to their communities and lead professions in a global society.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| I Am a Golfer | $31K | 2023 |
| TAMEST-Texas Academy of Medicine Engineering Science and Technology | $10K | 2023 |
| The National Football Foundation | $8K | 2023 |
| Junior Achievement | $7.5K | 2023 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.smu.edu
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.