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Who funds Butler University?

Butler University has received $93 million across 558 grants from 194 funders over IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2025). Its largest funder is Lilly Endowment INC.

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What is Butler University's largest source of grant funding?

Lilly Endowment INC has given $37.4M across 16 grants to Butler University.

Who is Butler University's second-largest funder?

Big East Conference INC has given $27.2M across 6 grants to Butler University.

Who else funds Butler University?

Richard M Fairbanks Foundation INC has given $5.0M across 8 grants to Butler University.

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All figures are sourced from grants itemized on nonprofit 990 filings, representing reported charitable giving. These are public records filed with the IRS.