Transparency

The paper trail is the proof.

BCF is a private foundation that files Form 990-PF annually. Hardware from Ballistiglass, LLC is sourced at cost with no related-party profit. Our founders serve without compensation. Every grant is named, dated, and on the record.

What you can ask about

Three standing disclosures.

Donors and partner organizations regularly ask three questions about this foundation. The answers are the same for every caller.

Related-party cost
Hardware is sourced from Ballistiglass, LLC at cost. The company does not profit from foundation-funded installations.
Founder compensation
The foundation's co-founders serve as board members without compensation.
Filings
Form 990-PF is filed annually under EIN 84-4475338 and is available through the IRS tax-exempt organization search.

Where the money has gone

A short ledger, growing slowly.

BCF is a small foundation. The ledger below shows the scope of named, funded installations to date. Detailed grant amounts by year are reported on the 990-PF.

2018
Heron Heights Elementary, Parkland, FL — BallistiMAX at main entry
Funded · on file
2019
Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS, Parkland, FL — vision lites and entry
Funded · on file
Active
Eagles' Haven, Coral Springs, FL — via JAFCO (501(c)(3))
Funded · on file

Need the specifics

Write to us and request the documentation.

Journalists, donors, and partner organizations can request the current 990-PF, grant letters, and hardware-at-cost documentation from our associates. Requests are routed the same business day.