activities · 11
what they do
direct service · 9
- Administers grantmaking program to support charitable organizations Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesHas raised over $1.585 million since 2019, issuing more than 100 grants to over 49 unique charities, including $84,675 distributed to 12 organizations in 2023 and specific grants funded through events like "Brackets for Bourbon" and "Father's Day Bingo Nights".
- Bourbon bottle donation and fundraising program Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesAccepts unopened bottles of bourbon for use in fundraising activities, directing 100% of net profits from donated bottles to support core charitable causes.
- Channels net profits from bourbon-related fundraising to supported charities Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesDirects 100% of net profits generated from donated bourbon bottles to core charitable partners, ensuring all proceeds from fundraising activities are used for grantmaking.
- Collects and repurposes donated bourbon bottles for fundraising Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesAccepts unopened bottles of bourbon from the public and uses them in fundraising events and activities to generate grant funds for charitable organizations.
- Collects donated bourbon bottles for fundraising Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesAccepts unopened bottles of bourbon from the public to use in fundraising events and activities, leveraging donations of product as a core part of its revenue generation model.
- Distributes grants to charitable organizations from bourbon-related fundraising Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesRaises funds through bourbon-themed events and donates net proceeds to a variety of charitable organizations, issuing over 100 grants to more than 50 unique charities since 2019, with total contributions exceeding $1.625 million.
- Distributes public donations to charitable organizations Direct Fund Distribution to CharitiesAllocates public donations to supported charities, with historical data showing either 80% or 100% of public donations going directly to charitable partners, depending on cost structure in a given period.
- Grantmaking and charitable fundraising events Themed Fundraising Events with Auctions & RafflesOrganizes and hosts fundraising events such as Brackets for Bourbon, Father's Day Bingo Nights, Summer Sprint, Bourbon Giving, and Support Our Troops, raising over $1.625 million since 2019 and issuing more than 100 grants to over 50 different charitable organizations.
- Public donation fund distribution Direct Fund Distribution to CharitiesChannels public donations to supported charities, with either 80% or 100% of contributions going directly to charitable partners depending on funding structure, while covering operating costs with designated portions when applicable.
capacity building · 2
- Publicly demonstrates organizational transparency through third-party recognition Organizational Transparency & Governance StandardsHas achieved the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid & Guidestar.org, reflecting a commitment to public accountability and open sharing of financial and operational data.
- Transparency and organizational accountability reporting Organizational Transparency & Governance StandardsMaintains high standards of financial and operational transparency, recognized by Candid & Guidestar.org with the Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level awarded.
strategies · 9
how they think
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- 100% donation model 100% donation modelEnsures that 100% of public donations go directly to supported charities by covering operational costs through corporate sponsorships or a dedicated membership group, increasing donor trust and funding efficiency.
- 100% donation model enabled by corporate and membership sponsorship 100% donation modelThe organization ensures that 100% of public donations go directly to charity partners by covering operational costs through corporate sponsorships and a dedicated membership group (Bourbon Hood), which funds overhead and allows maximum impact from public contributions.
- 100% donation model enabled by membership-funded overhead 100% donation modelThe organization ensures that 100% of public donations go directly to charity partners by covering operational costs through a dedicated membership group (Bourbon Hood) and corporate sponsorships, increasing donor trust and donation efficiency.
- Community-driven charitable mobilization community_mobilizationActivates the online whiskey community to raise funds for a diverse set of causes, using shared cultural interest to drive broad-based support for children's health, clean water, food security, and other initiatives.
- Community-driven fundraising through bourbon-themed events fundraising_through_eventsEngages the online whiskey community and enthusiasts through bourbon-centric events—such as fundraising nights and virtual bourbon bingo featuring rare whiskeys—to generate charitable donations while building a sustained culture of giving.
- In-kind fundraising using bourbon bottles in-kind fundraisingLeverages donated bourbon bottles as in-kind contributions to auction or feature in fundraising efforts, converting high-demand spirits into financial support for charitable programs.
- In-kind fundraising using bourbon donations in-kind fundraisingLeverages donated bourbon bottles as a fundraising mechanism to generate financial support for charitable programs, tapping into the value of physical goods to drive impact.
- Leveraging bourbon-themed fundraising events and in-kind donations fundraising_through_eventsUses bourbon-centric events—including virtual bourbon bingo and in-person tastings featuring rare whiskeys—and donated bourbon bottles as compelling, community-driven mechanisms to raise funds and engage donors.
- Mobilizing niche online communities for charitable giving community_mobilizationActivates the online whiskey enthusiast community through targeted engagement, turning shared passion for bourbon into collective charitable impact across a range of causes.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Bourbon Giving
Annual fundraiser dedicated to hurricane relief and recovery efforts, supporting organizations like Team Rubicon and All Hands & Hearts.
Bourbon Hood
Membership program for monthly and annual supporters whose contributions cover the operational expenses of Bourbon Charity.
Brackets for Bourbon
Annual fundraising event benefiting various charities, including Feeding America and Habitat for Humanity, through bracket-style competitions.
Father's Day Bingo Nights
Fundraising event supporting children's health and cancer research, such as Children's Tumor Foundation and Prostate Cancer Foundation.
Summer Sprint
Fundraising initiative to support organizations like Zero Prostate Cancer and Breast Cancer Angels.
Support Our Troops
Fundraiser supporting military and veteran causes, including K9s For Warriors and Fisher House Foundation.
relationships · 24
who they work with
- All Hands & Hearts Partner — Received a grant of $5,232.50 from the Bourbon Giving fundraiser for hurricane relief.
- Bourbon Hood Network — Membership community associated with Bourbon Charity
- Bourbon Hood Partner — Membership group whose monthly and annual contributions cover Bourbon Charity's operating costs, enabling the 100% public donation model.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix Partner — Receives continued support from Bourbon Charity.
- Brandon Hunt Partner — Chairman of the Board for Bourbon Charity
- Breast Cancer Angels Partner — Received critical funding from the Summer Sprint fundraiser.
- Brian Hunt Partner — Treasurer for Bourbon Charity
- Candid & Guidestar.org Partner — Charity evaluation organization that awarded Bourbon Charity the Platinum Seal of Transparency.
- Children's Tumor Foundation Partner — Charity partner that funds critical research for neurofibromatosis.
- Children's Tumor Foundation Partner — Received grants from Father's Day Bingo Nights to support their mission.
- Chris Blatner Partner — Executive Director of Bourbon Charity
- Feeding America Partner — Beneficiary of Brackets for Bourbon fundraising efforts, aiming to provide 25,000 meals.
- Fisher House Partner — Charity partner that serves military and veterans and their families.
- Fisher House Foundation Partner — Received grants from the Support Our Troops fundraiser to provide comfort homes for military & veteran families.
- Habitat for Humanity of Greater LA Partner — Beneficiary of the 2025 Brackets for Bourbon fundraiser.
- K9s For Warriors Partner — Received grants from the Support Our Troops fundraiser to train shelter dogs and pair them with Veterans.
- New England Barrel Company Partner — Sponsor of the Support Our Troops fundraiser.
- Prostate Cancer Foundation Partner — Received grants from Father's Day Bingo Nights to support their mission.
- Team Rubicon Partner — Received a grant of $5,232.50 from the Bourbon Giving fundraiser for hurricane relief.
- Zero Prostate Cancer Partner — Received critical funding from the Summer Sprint fundraiser.
- charity: water Partner — Charity partner that works to bring access to clean and safe drinking water.
- charity: water Partner — Received a donation to bring access to clean and safe drinking water to people around the world.
- core charities Partner — Recipients of 100% of net profits from donated bourbon bottles.
- corporate sponsors Partner — Corporate sponsors fund overhead, inventory, and expenses to enable 100% of public donations to go to supported charities.