DESALES UNIVERSITY
Center Valley, PA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
23-1653718
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School
Regional Funder
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Subordinate Organization
Center Valley, PA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
23-1653718
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School
Regional Funder
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Subordinate Organization
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DeSales University is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and California, having paid a total of $44.2K in grants to six grantees in 2024. The organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with DeSales University can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF DESALES UNIVERSITY IS TO PROVIDE MEN AND WOMEN WITH QUALITY HIGHER EDUCATION ACCORDING TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF CHRISTIAN HUMANISM AS DEVELOPED BY SAINT FRANCIS DE SALES AND HIS SPIRITUAL HEIRS. THE UNIVERSITY IMPARTS KNOWLEDGE ABOUT AND DEVELOPS TALENTS FOR PERSONAL, FAMILIAL, AND SOCIETAL LIVING. DESALES UNIVERSITY ENRICHES THE HUMAN COMMUNITY AND ENCHANCES THE DIGNITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL THROUGH ITS EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS. IN ITS WORK, THE UNIVERSITY FOSTERS A VITAL AND RESPECTFUL DIALOGUE BETWEEN ROMAN CATHOLIC FAITH AND HUMAN CULTURE.
Cause Areas
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University education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL
$50K
31%
PENNYSLVANIA SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
$30K
18%
ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL OF BETHLEHEM PA
$19.2K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$9.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DESALES UNIVERSITY?
No. DESALES UNIVERSITY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DESALES UNIVERSITY give?
DESALES UNIVERSITY primarily gives to organizations located in Delaware, Pennsylvania, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are DESALES UNIVERSITY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DESALES UNIVERSITY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,750. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DESALES UNIVERSITY make each year?
In 2024, DESALES UNIVERSITY awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $44 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DESALES UNIVERSITY fund recently?
In 2024, DESALES UNIVERSITY awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL, PENNYSLVANIA SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL, and ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL OF BETHLEHEM PA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DESALES UNIVERSITY?
DESALES UNIVERSITY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.