Back the Blue Nc Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
"Giving back to those who are willing to give their all" Back The Blue NC, Inc. is dedicated to honoring and supporting North Carolina Law Enforcement Officers, especially the families of those killed in the line of duty. Through their 10-33 Program, they provide financial assistance to the children and families of fallen officers. Since their founding in July 2020, they have assisted 24 families with approximately $1.5 million in aid.
- Income
- $357,027
- Spending
- $51,801
- Spent on programs
- 72%
- Reserves
- 3.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 99%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 12
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 61 out of 100. Higher than 27% of charities in its peer group (crime and legal services, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 3.3 months of spending.
Debt
2 of 20It owes 95% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 85% of income.
Spending floor
15 of 1572% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 67 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (crime and legal services, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
18 of 253 of 3 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, 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 (3)
- $100 spent. Sergeant Philip Nix, a 23-year veteran of the Greensboro Police Department, was off duty when he attempted to intervene in a crime at a Sheetz gas station on December 30, 2023. He was shot by one of the suspects, who then fled with two others. An off-duty officer and paramedic at the scene rendered aid, but Sergeant Nix succumbed to his injuries. The following day, three suspects were arrested in Winston-Salem. The shooter was charged with first-degree murder, while the others faced accessory and related charges. In support of his family, Back The Blue NC, Inc. presented Sergeant Nixs widow with a $16,000 check and a memorial plaque. A second plaque was also provided to the Greensboro Police Department in his honor. Sergeant Nix, who served in the Family Victims Unit, is survived by his wife, children, and parents.
- $100 spent. Deputy Sheriff Christopher Johnson, a dedicated School Resource Officer with the Harnett County Sheriff's Office, tragically lost his life in a vehicular accident on February 6, 2024, while on his way home from duty. Deputy Johnson served with integrity, dedicating 16 years to the Sampson County Sheriff's Office and nine years to the Dunn Police Department before joining Harnett County 16 months prior to his passing. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, four children, and his father. In support of his family, Back The Blue NC presented his widow with $10,600 and memorial plaques honoring his service at a special event held on March 25, 2024, at the Harnett County Sheriff's Office.
- $450 spent. The North Carolina Troopers Association (NCTA) Caisson Unit is a distinguished group dedicated to honoring fallen law enforcement officers, first responders, and dignitaries through solemn funeral services. Established in 2008, the unit provides horse-drawn funeral processions, a tradition that symbolizes respect and gratitude for the deceased's service. Members with Back The Blue NC, Inc. have attended numerous funerals in North Carolina where the Caisson Unit has provided their services for Fallen Officers we have also remembered, and for the families we have also assisted. On November 07, 2023 an in-kind donation of $450 was made to help them continue their mission.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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.
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.
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.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending September 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since November 2020.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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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