Tim Tebow Foundation
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
Tim Tebow Foundation does not meet the following 5 Standards for Charity Accountability:
Standard 1 (Oversight of Operations and Staff)
Organizations shall have a board of directors that provides adequate oversight of the charity's operations and its staff. Indication of adequate oversight includes, but is not limited to, regularly scheduled appraisals of the CEO's performance, evidence of disbursement controls such as board approval of the budget, fund raising practices, establishment of a conflict of interest policy, and establishment of accounting procedures sufficient to safeguard charity finances.
TTF does not meet this Standard because its board of directors does not:
- Review the performance of the Chief Executive Officer at least once Every 2 Years.
Standard 3 (Frequency and Attendance of Board Meetings)
An organization shall have a minimum of three evenly spaced meetings per year of the full governing body with a majority in attendance, with face-to-face participation. A conference call of the full board can substitute for one of the three meetings of the governing body. For all meetings, alternative modes of participation are acceptable for those with physical disabilities.
TTF does not meet this Standard because:
- The board of directors held one meeting during the year ended September 30, 2025.
Standard 6 (Board Policy on Effectiveness)
Have a board policy of assessing, no less than every two years, the organization's performance and effectiveness and of determining future actions required to achieve its mission.
TTF does not meet this Standard because:
- The board of directors does not have a written policy stating that, at least Every 2 Years, an appraisal be done assessing the organization’s performance and effectiveness and determining future actions required to achieve its mission.
Standard 7 (Board Approval of Written Report on Effectiveness)
Submit to the organization's governing body, for its approval, a written report that outlines the results of the aforementioned performance and effectiveness assessment and recommendations for future actions.
TTF does not meet this Standard because:
- The organization has not completed an effectiveness assessment in the last two years.
Standard 16 (Annual Report)
Have an annual report available to all, on request, that includes: (a) the organization's mission statement, (b) a summary of the past year's program service accomplishments, (c) a roster of the officers and members of the board of directors, (d) financial information that includes (i) total income in the past fiscal year, (ii) expenses in the same program, fund raising and administrative categories as in the financial statements, and (iii) ending net assets.
TTF does not meet this Standard because the 2025 annual report did not include:
- A roster of the organization's board of directors.
- Total end of year net assets.
The BBB Wise Giving Alliance requested but did not receive complete information from the organization and is unable to verify the organization's compliance with the following Standard(s) for Charity Accountability: 14, 15
Tim Tebow Foundation meets the remaining 13 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
"to bring Faith, Hope and Love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need."
Year, State Incorporated:
2010, GA
Formerly Known As:
The Tim Tebow Supporting Foundation, Inc.
Tim Tebow Foundation (TTF) reports that it operates in 115 countries and serves those who have been marginalized and victims of brutality. The organization's areas of focus include: anti-human trafficking and child exploitation, orphan care and prevention, medical needs, and special needs ministry. Through its anti-trafficking program, the organization states that it has served in 60 countries, currently supporting 4 safe homes worldwide, where it assists in strategizing and supporting rescue operations, along with providing care for survivors. The orphan care and prevention program supports homeless and abandoned children, as well as at-risk families. Support includes food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, transition support, and family support. TTF reports that its special needs ministry operates in 83 countries and provides more than 1,280 children education and care. The organization's Night to Shine event celebrates and honors those with special needs.
For the year ended September 30, 2024, Tim Tebow Foundation's program expenses were:
| Anti-human trafficking | $21,461,262 |
| Special needs | $5,601,579 |
| Orphan care and prevention | $2,744,258 |
| Profound medical needs | $1,470,973 |
| Rising Light Ridge | $1,304,448 |
| Physical and spiritual aid | $310,041 |
| Total Program Expenses | $32,892,561 |
Chief Executive
Chu Soh, President
Chair of the Board
Timothy R. Tebow
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
General Partner, WaterStone Impact Fund
Board Size
5
Paid Staff Size
48
*2025 compensation, as reported by the organization, includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Note: Chu Soh assumed the position of President on April 30, 2025. His compensation is not available at this time. In 2023, Steve Biondo served as the organization's President, receiving $252,130 in compensation.
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Telephone appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Television, Radio, Grant proposals, Internet, Planned giving arrangements, Cause-related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.)
Fundraising costs were 11% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $43,869,274, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on Tim Tebow Foundation's audited financial statements - consolidated for the year ended September 30, 2024.
Source of Funds
| Contributions | $32,921,676 |
| Special events, net | $8,172,961 |
| Investment income | $2,537,791 |
| Contributed securities | $1,818,008 |
| In-kind contributions | $956,629 |
| Other income | $170,400 |
| Total Income | $46,577,465 |
Programs: 82% Fundraising: 12% Administrative: 6%
| Total Income | $46,577,465 |
| Total expenses: | $40,185,199 |
| Program expenses | $32,892,561 |
| Fundraising expenses | $4,937,997 |
| Administrative expenses | $2,354,641 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $6,392,266 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $44,689,943 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $4,592 |
| Ending Net Assets | $51,086,801 |
| Total Liabilities | $6,911,564 |
| Total Assets | $57,998,365 |
Note 1: As noted in the above financial section, "other changes in net assets" refers to a translation adjustment.
Note 2: According to TTF's audited financial statements - consolidated - for the year ended September 30, 2024, the organization received $956,629 in donated rent, engineering, design, construction, medical services, and dental services.
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