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THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC

THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC

Irving, TX, US
501(c)3
EIN
75-2604555
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THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC

Irving, TX, US
501(c)3
EIN
75-2604555

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Est.

1996

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas, having paid out a total of $442 million in grants in 2023. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

FORM 990 PART I, LINE 1 THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE, INC ("BIG 12") IS AN ASSOCIATION OF WORLD- CLASS UNIVERSITIES WHOSE MEMBERS ADVANCE STANDARDS OF SCHOLARSHIP, SPORTMANSHIP AND EQUITY CONSISTENT WITH THE HIGHEST IDEALS OF CONFERENCE MEMBERSHIP. THE CONFERENCE ORGANIZES, PROMOTES AND ADMINISTERS INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS AMONG ITS MEMBER INSTITUTIONS TO OPTIMIZE REVENUES AND PROVIDE SUPPORTING SERVICE COMPATIBLE WITH BOTH ACADEMIC AND COMPETITIVE EXCELLENCE. FORM 990 PART III, LINE 1 THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE, INC ("BIG 12") IS AN ASSOCIATION OF WORLD- CLASS UNIVERSITIES WHOSE MEMBERS ADVANCE STANDARDS OF SCHOLARSHIP, SPORTMANSHIP AND EQUITY CONSISTENT WITH THE HIGHEST IDEALS OF CONFERENCE MEMBERSHIP. THE CONFERENCE ORGANIZES, PROMOTES AND ADMINISTERS INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS AMONG ITS MEMBER INSTITUTIONS TO OPTIMIZE REVENUES AND PROVIDE SUPPORTING SERVICE COMPATIBLE WITH BOTH ACADEMIC AND COMPETITIVE EXCELLENCE.
Total Funding Given

$442M

2023
Grantees funded
9
Multi-year grantees
100%
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Total No. of Grants

10

Median 1st year grant
$21.2M
Median 2nd year grant
$23.4M
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
J
Jay Hartzell
Board Member
D
Doug Girod
Board Member
W
Wendy Wintersteen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC?
No. THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC give?
THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. 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 THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $21.2 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC make each year?
In 2023, THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $442 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC awarded grants to about 9 grantees. Recent grantees include BAYLOR UNIVERSITY, TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, and STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC?
THE BIG 12 CONFERENCE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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