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Beyond the Burn Foundation

EIN 20-5757836 · Southlake, TX

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair63 out of 100GovernanceFair56 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of Beyond the Burn Foundation is to support burn survivors and empower communities through direct relief, strategic investments in burn care research, and partnerships that improve outcomes for those affected by burn trauma.

Income
$359,263
Spending
$473,054
Spent on programs
63%
Reserves
4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
5
Volunteers
100
Highest pay
$90,000, president & ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 63 out of 100. Higher than 20% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 32% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 32% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    63% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 56 out of 100. Higher than 25% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    5 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (5)
  1. $213,032 spent. Medical Fellowship Program: Beyond the Burn Foundation invests in the future of burn care by funding advanced medical fellowships at leading institutions, including UT Southwestern and Parkland Hospital. These fellowships help address the national shortage of specialized burn trauma surgeons by training physicians in complex burn treatment, trauma surgery, surgical critical care, and survivor-centered recovery. Fellows also advance research and clinical innovation that improve outcomes for patients beyond the operating room. By strengthening the pipeline of highly trained burn specialists, this program expands access to expert care for burn survivors in North Texas and across the country. PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS: RESPONDER IN NEED OF RECONSTRUCTION (WE CURRENTLY MAINTAIN A PATIENT PIPELINE). SKYPE IS UTILIZED TO ALLOW THE RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEONS TO EVALUATE AND RECORD RECONSTRUCTIVE NEEDS AND PLAN THE PROCEDURES REQUIRED TO IMPROVE THE PATIENT. THE PATIENT IS TRANSPORTED, UNDERGOES THE NECESSARY PROCEDURES, AND RECEIVES MENTAL SUPPORT, AS NECESSARY. ONCE THE CARE IS COMPLETE, THE SURVIVOR JOINS A REGISTRY SO FUTURE NEEDS CAN BE RECOGNIZED AND ADDRESSED.
  2. $61,527 spent. Direct Survivor Support: Beyond the Burn Foundation provides immediate and flexible financial assistance to burn survivors and their families, helping bridge critical gaps not covered by insurance or traditional systems of care. Support includes funding for essential medical supplies such as compression garments, scar management treatments, and other recovery-related expenses, as well as assistance with the financial burdens that often accompany long-term healing. By addressing both practical and ongoing needs after hospital discharge, this program ensures survivors have the resources and stability needed to continue their recovery and rebuild their quality of life beyond the burn. PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS: THE NEXT GENERATION OF PHYSICIANS, RESEARCHERS, AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS WHILE ALSO ENHANCING THE MEDICAL CENTER'S ABILITY TO RECRUIT SOME OF THE MOST BRILLIANT MINDS IN MEDICINE. THE NEED FOR MORE BURN SPECIALISTS IS GREAT, AND ONE OF THE WAYS TO INCREASE THOSE NUMBERS IS TO OFFER FELLOWSHIPS THAT CAN SPARK THE INTEREST OF YOUNG PHYSICIANS AND MEDICAL STUDENTS, THEREBY CREATING OPPORTUNITIES TO MAKE ADVANCES IN UNDERSTANDING THE MECHANISMS OF BURN RESPONSES AND DISCOVER NEW AVENUES OF TREATMENT.
  3. $24,541 spent. Strategic Partnerships: Beyond the Burn Foundation collaborates with leading medical institutions and trusted national organizations to strengthen the continuum of burn care and survivor support. Through partnerships with centers such as UT Southwestern and Parkland Hospital, we help advance treatment, improve patient resources, and support innovation in care delivery. In addition, our partnership with the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors expands access to peer support, mental health resources, and community-based programming that address the long-term emotional and psychological impact of burn trauma. By aligning with organizations that specialize in complementary areas of care, we ensure survivors receive comprehensive supportfrom acute treatment through lifelong healingbeyond the burn.
  4. Task Force Program: Beyond the Burn Foundation maintains a national network of firefighters who serve as trusted advocates and on-the-ground partners within their communities. This Task Force acts as our eyes and ears across the country, helping identify burn survivors in need of support and enabling rapid response when injuries occur. In addition to connecting survivors to resources, Task Force members play a key role in raising awareness and supporting grassroots fundraising efforts that extend the Foundations reach. This network ensures we remain closely connected to the communities we serve while delivering timely and meaningful support to those impacted by burn trauma.
  5. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES: BURN UNIT NEEDS (INCLUDING GO-BAGS), INDIVIDUAL BURN SURVIVOR REQUESTS, AND PEDIATRIC BURN SURVIVOR SUPPORT: SOTF RECEIVES CAPITAL FUNDING REQUESTS FROM BURN UNITS ACROSS THE COUNTRY TO PAY FOR VARIOUS NEEDS WITHIN THE BURN UNIT, INCLUDING EQUIPMENT, BURN SURVIVOR SUPPORT GROUPS, ETC. EACH REQUEST IS FULLY VETTED, AND CONSIDERATION IS GIVEN FOR FUNDING. SOTF MAINTAINS AN ON-LINE APPLICATION FOR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS, WHETHER THE SURVIVOR NEEDS ASSISTANCE WITH PAYING FOR BURN CARE GARMENTS AND MEDICATIONS, EMERGENT NEEDS, AND REALLY ANY FUNDING NEEDS NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN A GOOD QUALITY OF LIFE FOR A VETERAN OR A FIRST-RESPONDER SUFFERING FROM A BURN INJURY.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since September 2008.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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