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Indiana Wesleyan University Endowment
Indiana Wesleyan University was established in 1920 as the official university of the Wesleyan Church. The endowment supports operations serving 15,000...
Indiana Wesleyan University Endowment
Indiana Wesleyan University was established in 1920 as the official university of the Wesleyan Church. The endowment supports operations serving 15,000 students through the main residential campus and National & Global programs. The endowment holds direct positions in campus real estate including the 350-acre Marion campus valued near $400 million and multiple education centers. It also maintains art collections and library assets. Geographic exposure centers on Indiana with additional sites in Ohio and Kentucky. The university employs 2,220 people. In 2024 it received a $24.3 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. for The 29 Project. Adjacent vehicles include the Indiana Wesleyan University Foundation and the Community Foundation of Grant County. The endowment operates through the Community Foundation of Grant County as investment advisor since 1990 and maintains board overlap with Wesleyan Investment Foundation.
General information
Firm type
Endowment / Foundation
Year founded
1920
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Marion
Corporate office
4201 S Washington St, Marion, IN 46953, United States
Additional offices
Indianapolis, IN · Fort Wayne, IN · Merrillville, IN · Cincinnati, OH · Louisville, KY
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Frequently asked questions
Who manages the Indiana Wesleyan University Endowment?
The endowment is advised by the Community Foundation of Grant County with additional input from Morgan Stanley and Wesleyan Investment Foundation.
What asset classes does the endowment hold?
Direct real estate, art collections, and cash equivalents supporting university operations.
How is the endowment connected to Lilly Endowment Inc.?
Lilly Endowment Inc. provided a $24.3 million grant in 2024 for The 29 Project and has made prior multi-million dollar gifts.
Does the endowment make external investments or only support internal needs?
Available records show only direct ownership of university properties and collections with no external fund commitments disclosed.
What is the relationship to the Wesleyan Church?
The university and its endowment were founded by the Wesleyan Church, which remains the primary affiliate.
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