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BIBLE ARCHEOLOGY SEARCH AND EXPLORATION FOUNDATION
Sedona, AZ · EIN 841437496 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE U20 · Science & Technology · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.baseinstitute.org
revenue
$104K
expenses
$152K
net assets
$43K
employees
—
program ratio
63%
mission · from form 990

Provide documented proof of the Bible accuracy by search and historical findings

profile · synthesized from sources

BIBLE ARCHEOLOGY SEARCH AND EXPLORATION FOUNDATION is a research organization focused on re-examining the historical and archaeological location of Solomon's and Herod's temples in Jerusalem. It challenges the traditional identification of the Temple Mount as the site of the ancient Jewish temples, proposing instead that the true location lies in the City of David, south of the current Temple Mount. The organization bases its conclusions on biblical texts, ancient historical accounts, and archaeological evidence, aiming to revise long-held assumptions about one of Judaism’s most sacred sites.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $5K
    Sales of products (books and videos) is still a strategy
  2. #2 $8K
    Writing, filming, TV and radio appearances still occupy time, travel, and operation expense
named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

City of David Archaeological Review
Examines archaeological findings in the City of David, including the Gihon Spring and associated structures, to support the claim that this area was the original site of the Jewish Temple complex.
Temple Location Research Initiative
Investigates the historical and archaeological evidence for the location of Solomon’s Temple, arguing that it was situated in the City of David rather than the traditional Temple Mount, based on biblical texts, ancient sources, and topographical analysis.
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Itinerant Religious Teaching and Worship Leadership 4 activities
    • Deliver Presentations and Lectures
      Delivers presentations on biblical topics such as Paul's anchors, Mount Sinai, and Noah's Ark, and lectures nationally and internationally to thousands of audiences, including a Bible study at the White House.
    • Delivering Presentations and Lectures
      Delivers presentations and lectures on biblical topics to various audiences, including a Bible study at the White House, and appears on television programs to share research findings and insights.
    • Delivering Presentations and Lectures
      Delivers presentations and lectures on biblical topics to various audiences, including a Bible study at the White House, and provides a press kit for speaking engagements.
    • Delivering Presentations and Lectures
      Delivers presentations and lectures on biblical topics to various audiences, including a Bible study at the White House, and provides a press kit for speaking engagements.
  • Organized Educational Tours to Israel 4 activities
    • Organize Educational Tours to Israel
      Organizes 5-Star tours to historic and traditional sites in Israel, led by experts, to provide learning and spiritual growth opportunities for participants.
    • Organizing Tours to Biblical Sites
      Organizes and leads tours to historic and traditional sites in Israel, providing learning and spiritual growth opportunities.
    • Organizing Tours to Biblical Sites
      Organizes and leads tours to historic and traditional sites in Israel, providing participants with learning and spiritual growth opportunities led by experts.
    • Organizing Tours to Biblical Sites
      Organizes and leads tours to historic and traditional sites in Israel, providing learning and spiritual growth opportunities for participants.
  • Christian Theological Book Publishing 4 activities
    • Publish Books and DVDs on Biblical Research
      Produces and publishes DVDs and books, including novels and non-fiction works like "The Lost Shipwreck of Paul," "In Search of the Lost Mountains," "Ark Fever," and books on Noah's Ark, to disseminate findings and perspectives on biblical topics.
    • Publishing Books and DVDs
      Produces and publishes books and DVDs related to biblical research and topics, including novels and specific titles like "The Lost Shipwreck of Paul" and "Ark Fever."
    • Publishing Books and DVDs
      Produces and publishes books and DVDs related to biblical research, including novels and non-fiction works on topics such as Noah's Ark, Paul's shipwreck, and the search for lost biblical locations.
    • Publishing Books and DVDs on Biblical Research
      Produces and publishes books and DVDs related to biblical research, including novels and titles on topics such as Noah's Ark, Paul's shipwreck, and the search for lost mountains.
  • Religious Call-in and Talk Programs 3 activities
    • Media Appearances and Hosting
      Appears on various television programs and hosted the "Gutsy Christianity" cable television show for two seasons on the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) network.
    • Media Appearances and Television Hosting
      Appears on various television programs and hosted a cable television show to share insights and findings related to biblical research.
    • Produce and Appear on Television Programs
      Appears on various television programs including "Ancient Secrets of the Bible," "Dateline," "History Channel," and "National Geographic," and hosted the "Gutsy Christianity" cable television show for two seasons on the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) network.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Conduct Biblical Archaeology Expeditions
      Conducts search and exploration expeditions globally, including over seventy international expeditions, to locate lost biblical sites and artifacts such as Mount Sinai, Noah's Ark, the Ark of the Covenant, and the true Temple site of Herod, utilizing on-site research and documentation.
    • Conducting Biblical Archaeology Expeditions
      Organizes and participates in international expeditions to search for lost locations and artifacts described in the Bible, including Mount Sinai, Noah's Ark, the Ark of the Covenant, and the true Temple site, conducting on-site research, exploration, and documentation.
    • Conducting Biblical Archaeology Expeditions
      Organizes and participates in international expeditions to search for lost locations and artifacts described in the Bible, including Mount Sinai, Noah's Ark, the Ark of the Covenant, and the true Temple site of Herod, conducting on-site research, exploration, and documentation.
    • Conducting Biblical Archaeology Expeditions
      Organizes and participates in international expeditions to search for lost locations and artifacts described in the Bible, including Mount Sinai, Noah's Ark, the Ark of the Covenant, and the true Temple site, conducting on-site research and exploration.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$104K
Contributions & grants$93K90%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$152K
Program expenses63%
Admin / overhead35%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$26K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$43K
Cash$80K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$43K
Liquid reserves6.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -28.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Robert G Cornuke President 55 $26K
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • Bob Cornuke Partner — Featured speaker and investigator representing the organization in public engagements.
  • Dr. Atif Hanna Partner — Scholarly contact in Egypt and curator of the Aswan Museum, who concluded that the Ark of the Covenant came to Elephantine Island during Manasseh's reign.
  • K-House Partner — Organizes events, including the Israel tour, in partnership with K-House Events.
  • Koinonia Institute Partner — Sits on the Academic Advisory Board
  • Louisiana Baptist University Partner — Adjunct professor
  • National Council on Bible Curriculum for Public Schools Partner — Special advisor
  • volunteers Partner — Volunteers assist in Bible and historic document research and archaeological expeditions