Birmingham-Southern College

Birmingham, AL · Founded 1999

Providing quality education and academic excellence

Primary audience
Students
Work area
Education
Topic
Academic Programs
Contact
Lane K Estes

About Organization

Birmingham-Southern College provided undergraduate liberal arts education emphasizing academic excellence and community engagement. Located in Birmingham, AL, the institution operated as a private college affiliated with the United Methodist Church, serving students through rigorous academic programs and experiential learning opportunities.

What They Focus On

Academic Excellence

Delivering rigorous curriculum and supporting student achievement

Student Success

Providing comprehensive support services for student development

Innovation

Advancing teaching methods and educational technology

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$40.6M

+0% vs 2023

Assets (2023)

$88.8M

+0% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023
2023 $40,553,275 $52,459,593 $88,792,202 390
2021
2021 $42,694,906 $80,578,450 $106,162,162 711
2020
2020 $46,611,926 $50,871,394 $148,584,093 734
2019 $47,184,879 $55,731,291 $150,253,116 833
2018 $45,789,681 $54,546,677 $159,285,516 865
2017 $71,801,139 $76,786,920 $173,622,974 888

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Curriculum Design

    Developing rigorous academic programs aligned with standards

  • 02

    Instruction Delivery

    Teaching students through evidence-based pedagogical methods

  • 03

    Assessment

    Evaluating student learning and program effectiveness

  • 04

    Continuous Improvement

    Refining programs based on data and feedback

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Birmingham-Southern College

Academic Programs

Delivering comprehensive curriculum and degree programs

Student Support

Providing counseling, tutoring, and student success services

Research Initiatives

Conducting research to advance knowledge and innovation

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Birmingham-Southern College.

LK

Lane K Estes

VP Admin/Interim CFO
Full-time
Compensation: $145,575
DB

Daniel B Coleman

President
Full-time
Compensation: $135,493
VG

Virginia Gilbert Loftin

VP Advancement
Full-time
Compensation: $162,592
LK

Laura K Stultz

Provost
Full-time
Compensation: $157,815
SH

Sara H Robicheaux

Professor
Full-time
Compensation: $150,287
TR

Trent R Gilbert

VP Enrollment Mgmt
Full-time
Compensation: $140,781
AW

Anthony W Hambey

VP Information Tech.
Full-time
Compensation: $124,053
DM

David M Eberhardt

VP Student Development
Full-time
Compensation: $117,699
DJ

Donald J Hollings

Controller
Full-time
Compensation: $117,428
ST

Sylvester T Makoko

Professor
Full-time
Compensation: $114,496
RA

Rick A Lester

Professor
Full-time
Compensation: $110,309
KS

Kent S Anderson

Associate Provost
Full-time
Compensation: $107,601
TL

Traci L Vehl

Avp-Student Fin Svces
Full-time
Compensation: $103,878
DB

Daniel B Coleman

VP Admin/VP Finance

Milestones

2017

Community Partnerships

2017

Enhanced services and organizational capabilities

2020

Service Expansion

2020

Enhanced services and organizational capabilities

2025

Program Innovation

2025

Launched new initiatives to deepen community impact

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AN
Andy Newton Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
AM
Ashley Meneguzzi Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
BD
Bishop David Graves Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
BD
Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
BT
Brooke Tanner Battle Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
BS
Bryson Stephens Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
CD
Carl Dalton Cal Nesmithiii Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
DM
David M Smith Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
DR
David R Saliba Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
DM
Delynn M Zell Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
DN
Denson N Franklin III Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
DE
Denzel E Okinedo Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
DB
Derry Bunting Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
DJ
Dr J Kevin Tucker Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
EM
Elizabeth M Dunn Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
GC
G Courtney French Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
GB
George B Salem Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
JM
Joab M Lesene III Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
JP
Joelle Phillips Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
JJ
John James McMahon III Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
RC
Ragan Cain Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
RK
Rev Keith Thompson Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
RB
Richard B Yeilding Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
SB
Sandra B Thurmond Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
SS
Scott Selman Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
SD
Susan D Doughton Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
TW
Thomas Waters Board Member 1.0 hrs/week
VL
Victoria Lee Vanvalkenburgh Board Member 1.0 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$1.9M

Highest Paid

$177K

Virginia Gilbert Loftin

Compensated Officers

13

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Virginia Gilbert Loftin VP Advancement $162,592 $14,881 $177,473 40
Laura K Stultz Provost $157,815 $17,826 $175,641 40
Lane K Estes VP Admin/Interim CFO $145,575 $21,480 $167,055 40
Daniel B Coleman President $135,493 $22,824 $158,317 40
Trent R Gilbert VP Enrollment MGMT $140,781 $17,377 $158,158 40
Sara H Robicheaux Professor $150,287 $6,874 $157,161 40
Anthony W Hambey VP Information Tech. $124,053 $20,404 $144,457 40
David M Eberhardt VP Student Development $117,699 $21,934 $139,633 40
Traci L Vehl AVP-Student Fin Svces $103,878 $21,243 $125,121 40
Rick A Lester Professor $110,309 $14,477 $124,786 40
Donald J Hollings Controller $117,428 $5,987 $123,415 40
Sylvester T Makoko Professor $114,496 $5,565 $120,061 40
Kent S Anderson Associate Provost $107,601 $10,932 $118,533 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$6.4M

Total Forgiven

$6.5M

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

646

Loan Details 2 loans

$4,407,500
Forgiven
Forgiven: $4,459,043 100%
Approved Apr 5, 2020
Lender ServisFirst Bank
Jobs Reported 349
Forgiven On Jun 9, 2021
$2,000,000
Forgiven
Forgiven: $2,028,722 100%
Approved Feb 4, 2021
Lender ServisFirst Bank
Jobs Reported 297
Forgiven On Jul 13, 2022

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$1.6M Grants Received
10 Organizations

Top Funders

10 total
TC
The Community Foundation Of Greater
$758K
LP
Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Inc
$481K
NC
Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc.
$144K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$98K
RJ
Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund
$70K
TC
The Chicago Community Trust 2 grants
$53K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$16K
CA
Charities Aid Foundation America
$16K
CA
Charles A Hamilton Charitable Trust
$7K
AE
American Endowment Foundation
$5K
The Community Foundation Of Greater Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Inc Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund The Chicago Community Trust American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Charities Aid Foundation America Charles A Hamilton Charitable Trust American Endowment Foundation
The Community Foundation Of Greater Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Inc Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund The Chicago Community Trust American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Charities Aid Foundation America Charles A Hamilton Charitable Trust American Endowment Foundation

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

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Po Box 2565 Birmingham, AL 35202