Wake Forest University
Wake Forest University, a 501(c)(3) institution of higher education, is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the liberal arts and in graduate and professional education. The organization …
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Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private university located in Winston-Salem, N.C. We are a vibrant and diverse academic community where our students study in one or more of the 45 majors and programs we offer within our seven colleges and schools.
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Wake Forest University, a 501(c)(3) institution of higher education, is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the liberal arts and in graduate and professional education. The organization is comprised of six constituent parts: Wake Forest College; the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences; the School of Law; the School of Medicine; the School of Business; and the School of Divinity. It seeks to honor the ideals of liberal learning, which entail commitment to transmission of cultural heritages; teaching the modes of learning in the basic disciplines of human knowledge; developing critical appreciation of moral, aesthetic and religious values; advancing the frontiers of knowledge through in-depth study and research; and applying knowledge in the service of humanity.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyWake Forest University is a registered education nonprofit based in Winstonsalem, NC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1834 and has been operating for 192 years. Its EIN is 560532138. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 93/100 for education charities in United States. The organization reports $715M in annual revenue. 213 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Wake Forest University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. 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 66 ('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 education charities in United States is 93/100.
Wake Forest University is located in Winstonsalem, NC, United States. The organization was established in 1834 and has been active for 192 years.
Based on official tax filings, Wake Forest University has $715M in annual revenue. 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.
Wake Forest 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 very-large organization. It has $715M in annual revenue. The organization has 213 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Wake Forest 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.
Wake Forest University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. Visit the Wake Forest University profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private university located in Winston-Salem, N.C. We are a vibrant and diverse academic community where our students study in one or more of the 45 majors and programs we offer within our seven colleges and schools. Wake Forest University is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1834.
Among education charities registered in United States: Wake Forest University's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100 is below the peer average of 93/100. Its annual revenue of $715M is well above the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Wake Forest University are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Wake Forest University is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 560532138, 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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WAKE FOREST 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.
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NeutralMountaineers Defeat Wake Forest to Advance to Regional Final - West Virginia University Athletics
Demon Deacons Season Comes to a Close at Morgantown Regional - Wake Forest University Athletics
“The Legend of Dawson Montesa” becomes legacy with Wake Forest heroics - The Daily Athenaeum
Photo Gallery I: West Virginia Mountaineers - Wake Forest Demon Deacons - WV News
Baseball season ends with 12-3 loss to Wake Forest - Binghamton University Athletics
Wake Forest Defeats Binghamton to Keep Season Alive - Wake Forest University Athletics
Melin and Prieto Named to NCAA Division I PING All-Region Team - Wake Forest University Athletics
Two Demon Deacons Set for 2026 FIFA World Cup - Wake Forest University Athletics
Wake Forest Drops Opening Game of Morgantown Regional to Kentucky - Wake Forest University Athletics
Megan Gebbia Announces Women’s Basketball Staff Updates - Wake Forest University Athletics
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- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 213 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Wake Forest University
- What is Wake Forest University?
- Wake Forest University is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Winstonsalem, United States. Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private university located in Winston-Salem, N.C. We are a vibrant and diverse academic community where our students study in one or more of the 45 majors and programs we offer within our seven colleges and schools.
- When was Wake Forest University founded?
- Wake Forest University was founded in 1834.
- Who leads Wake Forest University?
- Bruce Hoflar Milam serves as EVP/CFO/Treasurer.
- Where is Wake Forest University located?
- Headquartered in Winstonsalem, NC, United States.
- What is Wake Forest University's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100M-$1B. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Wake Forest University trustworthy?
- Wake Forest University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66 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 Wake Forest University's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 560532138.
- What is Wake Forest University's website?
- https://www.wfu.edu