NHSBBQA Education Foundation - TRANSPARENCY

BBQ Education Foundation

TRANSPARENCY

BBQ Education Foundation

Accountability You Can Trust. Stewardship You Can See.

The NHSBBQA Education Foundation is committed to operating with openness, integrity, and accountability in all aspects of our charitable and educational work.

Transparency is essential to earning and maintaining the trust of students, families, educators, donors, sponsors, and community partners. We believe that every dollar entrusted to the Foundation should be managed responsibly and aligned with our mission to support education and student success.

Our Commitment to Transparency

The Foundation is guided by the following principles:

• Clear charitable purpose

• Responsible financial stewardship

• Independent governance and oversight

• Ethical decision-making

• Compliance with all applicable nonprofit laws and regulations

We strive to make information about our mission, governance, and use of funds accessible and understandable.

Tax-Exempt Status

The BBQ Education Foundation is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a 501(c)(3) public charity.

• Contributions may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law

• Official IRS determination documentation is available for review

View IRS Determination & Tax-Exempt Status

Financial Stewardship

Charitable funds received by the Foundation are used exclusively for educational and charitable purposes, including:

• Student scholarships and educational awards

• Instructional resources, tools, and safety equipment

• Workforce readiness and certification support

• Approved educational travel and learning experiences

The Foundation maintains accurate financial records and follows written policies governing the disbursement, reimbursement, and documentation of all charitable funds.

Governance & Oversight

The Foundation operates under the oversight of an independent Board of Directors, supported by formal committees and written governance policies.

Oversight includes:

• Board review of financial and operational activity

• Objective, nondiscriminatory scholarship selection processes

• Conflict-of-interest disclosures and recusals

• Regular policy review and updates

Learn More About Foundation Governance

Scholarship Accountability

Scholarships and educational awards are administered using:

• Written eligibility requirements

• Objective scoring rubrics

• Formal award acceptance agreements

• Documented disbursement and reimbursement procedures

• An established revocation and appeals process

These safeguards ensure that scholarships are awarded fairly and used appropriately for educational purposes.

Organizational Independence

The NHSBBQA Education Foundation is a separate legal entity from the National High School BBQ Association® (NHSBBQA®).

While NHSBBQA® operates educational programming, leagues, and competitions, all charitable donations, scholarships, and educational awards are administered solely by the Foundation.

This separation protects donor intent and ensures compliance with nonprofit law.

Public Information & Reporting

Information regarding the Foundation’s:

• Tax-exempt status

• Governance structure

• Scholarship administration

• Charitable purpose

is available to donors, school districts, grant makers, and partners upon request.

The Foundation is committed to meeting all required federal and state reporting obligations.

Questions or Requests for Information?

We welcome inquiries from:

• Donors and sponsors

• School districts and educators

• Grantmaking organizations

• Community partners

Contact the NHSBBQA Education Foundation

Transparency Is a Promise to Our Students

By operating openly and responsibly, the NHSBBQA Education Foundation ensures that every decision and every dollar supports education, opportunity, and student success.

Our Promise:
Every contribution is stewarded with integrity, guided by policy, and aligned with our charitable mission to support students through education.

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NHSBBQA Education Foundation
is the public-facing name of the BBQ Education Foundation,
a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization EIN - 41-2464833 dedicated to advancing
youth culinary education, live-fire learning, and career pathways
through the National High School BBQ Association® ecosystem.

Legal Notice
The NHSBBQA BBQ Education Foundation is a separate legal entity from the National High School BBQ Association® (NHSBBQA®).
Donations made on this page support the Foundation’s charitable mission and are not payments to NHSBBQA®.