NHSBBQA Education Foundation - 501(c)(3) STATUS

BBQ Education Foundation

501(c)(3) TAX-EXEMPT STATUS

Recognized as a Public Charity Dedicated to Education

The NHSBBQA Education Foundation is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

This designation confirms that the Foundation is organized and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, including the support of student education, scholarships, workforce readiness, and project-based learning aligned with Career & Technical Education (CTE).

Official Tax-Exempt Information

Legal Name: BBQ Education Foundation, d.b.a. - NHSBBQA Education Foundation
IRS Classification: 501(c)(3) Public Charity
Federal Tax Identification Number (EIN): 42-2464833
Tax-Exempt Status: Active

Contributions made to the Foundation may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donors are encouraged to consult their tax advisor regarding deductibility.

IRS Determination Letter

The Foundation has received an official IRS Determination Letter confirming its status as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3).

IRS Determination Letter:
[Download IRS Determination Letter (PDF)]

This letter serves as formal verification for:

• Donors and sponsors

• Grantmaking organizations

• School districts and educational partners

• Financial institutions

Charitable Purpose

As a 501(c)(3) public charity, the NHSBBQA Education Foundation exists to:

• Provide educational scholarships and awards

• Support workforce readiness and career pathways

• Fund instructional tools, equipment, and safety resources

• Expand access to meaningful, hands-on learning experiences

All Foundation activities are designed to advance education and student success and are conducted in compliance with federal and state nonprofit law.

Use of Charitable Contributions

All charitable contributions received by the Foundation are used exclusively for charitable and educational purposes consistent with its mission and IRS regulations.

No portion of the Foundation’s earnings may inure to the benefit of private individuals, organizations, or for-profit entities.

Governance & Oversight

The Foundation operates under the oversight of an independent Board of Directors and maintains written governance and financial policies to ensure:

• Responsible stewardship of charitable funds

• Objective, nondiscriminatory scholarship administration

• Compliance with IRS reporting and record-retention requirements

• Transparency and accountability

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 in accordance with nonprofit law.

This separation protects donor intent and ensures ethical stewardship of charitable resources.

Verification & Public Accountability

The Foundation’s tax-exempt status may be independently verified through:

• IRS Tax-Exempt Organization Search

• Recognized nonprofit verification services

The Foundation welcomes reasonable requests for additional information from donors, school districts, grant makers, and partners.

Contact the NHSBBQA Education Foundation

A Trusted Public Charity Focused on Students

The 501(c)(3) designation reflects our commitment to integrity, accountability, and education-first impact—so every contribution supports students and learning.

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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®.