ABOUT
The Bitcoin Endowment connects nonprofits with Bitcoin donors and provides treasury education. They help nonprofits accept Bitcoin donations, educate organizations on holding Bitcoin as a long-duration treasury asset, connect nonprofits with best practice custody solutions, and market participating nonprofits to the Bitcoin community. Their role as a facilitator and educator is critical to expanding the number of nonprofits that adopt Bitcoin treasury strategies.
BITCOIN POLICY
- ▸Helps nonprofits accept Bitcoin donations
- ▸Educates on holding Bitcoin as long-duration treasury asset
- ▸Connects nonprofits with best practice custody solutions
- ▸Markets participating nonprofits to Bitcoin community
TREASURY TIMELINE
WHY THIS MATTERS
Provides infrastructure and education for nonprofits considering Bitcoin treasury strategies.
RESEARCH CITATIONS
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Official Website - Mission and Structure
The Bitcoin Endowment is purpose built in service to Bitcoin shared values. Endow any asset and seed a legacy of bitcoin giving. Endowed assets transformed into bitcoin to timelessly compound.
FAQ - 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Status
AQ Giving dba "The Bitcoin Endowment" is recognized as tax-exempt charitable organization. IRC Sections 501(c)(3), 509(a)(1), 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). EIN: 88-1938342. First 501c3 to process hashrate as endowed asset.
About - Leadership and Organizational Structure
Leadership: Austin Wilcox (Chairman, CEO, AQ Capital), Paul Nylen (Vice Chair, Tax Attorney), Nathan Osborn (Treasurer, COO, former DAF managing attorney $700M+ AUM). Mission: Endow Bitcoin values in perpetuum.
University of Austin Partnership - $5M Bitcoin Fund
University of Austin launching $5 million Bitcoin fund as part of $200 million endowment. Partnership with Unchained and Bitcoin Endowment. Bitcoin held minimum 5 years.
Unchained Partnership Announcement
Groundbreaking partnership: Unchained and University of Austin launching first long-term endowment fund held in bitcoin. $5 million initiative, minimum 5-year Bitcoin investment period.
Related News & Articles
The Bitcoin Endowment Launches Treasury Education Program for Nonprofits
Platform announces expanded education program helping nonprofits understand Bitcoin as long-duration treasury asset with custody best practices.
Bridging Traditional Nonprofits and Bitcoin Donors
Analysis of The Bitcoin Endowment's role in connecting nonprofits with Bitcoin community and facilitating treasury adoption.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about The Bitcoin Endowment's Bitcoin holdings, donation process, and verification status.