THE SAMUEL ROBERTS NOBLE FOUNDATION
The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation is a private, nonprofit institution based in the United States dedicated to enhancing agricultural productivity, sustainable land stewardship, and plant science. Its latest IRS Form 990-PF filing (2023) reports $37.4M in revenue, $1.1B in total assets, $48.3M in grants paid.
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer (EIN 815328519).
About THE SAMUEL ROBERTS NOBLE FOUNDATION
The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation is a private, nonprofit institution based in the United States dedicated to enhancing agricultural productivity, sustainable land stewardship, and plant science. The foundation usually funds initiatives and research projects in areas of plant biology, agricultural technology, conservation, wildlife preservation, and soil health. It seeks to improve the productivity and sustainability of farmers and ranchers by supporting innovative agricultural practices. Established in 1945 by Lloyd Noble in honor of his father, Samuel Roberts Noble, the foundation is acknowledged for its positive contributions to agriculture and plant science advancement.
IRS Form 990 Filing History
| Year | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Grants paid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 990-PF | $37.4M | $55.2M | $1.1B | $48.3M | View |
| 2022 | 990-PF | $34.9M | $50.2M | $1.0B | $43.7M | View |
| 2021 | 990-PF | $85.6M | $54.4M | $1.2B | $45.2M | View |
| 2020 | 990-PF | $47.2M | $50.0M | $1.1B | $41.8M | View |
| 2019 | 990-PF | $42.8M | $37.2M | $1.0B | $29.7M | View |
Source: IRS Form 990 series via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Amounts as filed.
Past Grantees
top 25 of 153 recipients — $53.9M total paid| Recipient | Location | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOBLE RESEARCH INSTITUTE LLC | ARDMORE, OK | $36.5M | OPERATIONAL SUPPORT |
| LEADING THE WAY WITH DR MICHAEL YOUSSEF INC | ATLANTA, GA | $8.3M | NOBLE MINISTRY FUND |
| THE CHILDREN'S CENTER INC DBA BETHANY CHILDREN'S HEALTH CENTER | BETHANY, TX | $1.8M | THE LANDMARK OF HOPE EXPANSION PROJECT |
| SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA AMBULANCE SERVICE INC | ARDMORE, OK | $1.5M | AMBULANCE FACILITY PROJECT |
| SHEPHERD CENTER INC | ATLANTA, OK | $1.0M | PERFORMANCE LAB AND ED NOBLE SMART TECH HUB |
| HERITAGE FOUNDATION | WASHINGTON, DC | $750K | ED NOBLE LOBBY |
| OKLAHOMA COUNCIL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS INC | OKLAHOMA CITY, OK | $500K | THE GENERATIONS PROJECT |
| YMCA OF GREATER OKLAHOMA CITY | OKLAHOMA CITY, TX | $500K | YMCA CAMP CLASSEN: HERE FOR ALL. HERE FOR GOOD. CAPITAL CAMPAIGN |
| HERITAGE FOUNDATION | WASHINGTON, DC | $400K | FIRST PRINCIPLES, FREE ENTERPRISE, AND EDUCATION CHOICE |
| CHILDRENS MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION | DALLAS, TX | $250K | BUILDING THE NEW DALLAS PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL CAMPUS |
| ASHLEY INC | HAVRE DE GRACE, MD | $200K | BIRDS OF A FEATHER TREATMENT SCHOLARSHIP FOR PILOTS AND AIRLINE PERSONNEL |
| COMMUNITY YOUTH SERVICES OF SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA | ARDMORE, OK | $130K | PARK STREET CAMPUS - DEBT REDUCTION |
| THE MORE FOUNDATION | ARDMORE, GA | $101K | PETTITT FUND |
| GOOD SHEPHERD COMMUNITY CLINIC INC | ARDMORE, OK | $100K | OPERATIONAL SUPPORT |
| GUNNISON VALLEY HEALTH FOUNDATION | GUNNISON, CO | $100K | SECONDS SAVE LIVES |
| LEADING THE WAY WITH DR MICHAEL YOUSSEF INC | ATLANTA, GA | $99K | AWAKE AMERICA - PHASE 2 |
| LITTLE HILL FOUNDATION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF ALCOHOLICS INC | BLAIRSTOWN, NJ | $75K | HALEY HOUSE - MAINTENANCE REFRESH |
| OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION | STILLWATER, OK | $75K | RANCHER'S CLUB: NOBLE RANCH PORTRAIT |
| CAPITAL RESEARCH CENTER | WASHINGTON, DC | $60K | GENERAL OPERATIONS |
| SOUTHEASTERN LEGAL FOUNDATION INC | ROSWELL, OK | $60K | GENERAL OPERATING |
| YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF ARDMORE OKLAHOMA | ARDMORE, OK | $60K | OPERATIONAL SUPPORT |
| A CHANCE TO CHANGE FOUNDATION | OKLAHOMA CITY, OK | $55K | OPERATIONAL SUPPORT |
| CENTER OF FAMILY LOVE | OKARCHE, OK | $50K | GENERAL OPERATIONS FUNDING |
| CHARLES B GODDARD CENTER FOR VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS INC | ARDMORE, OK | $50K | OPERATIONAL SUPPORT |
| DEAN MCGEE EYE INSTITUTE | OKLAHOMA CITY, OK | $50K | ENHANCED TECHNOLOGY FOR CREATION OF VISION LOSS MODELS AND RETINA CELLULAR ANALYSIS |
From the 2024 IRS Form 990-PF (Part XV) e-filing. Amounts as filed.