Question 1

Does Brink hold Bitcoin?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Brink holds Bitcoin as a bitcoin-only nonprofit dedicated to funding Bitcoin Core development. They accept Bitcoin donations exclusively and maintain Bitcoin reserves to fund ongoing developer fellowships. Brink does not accept fiat donations and does not convert Bitcoin to fiat. Their treasury is structured to fund approximately $100,000 per fellow per year across 7 independent Bitcoin Core developers, totaling roughly $700,000 per year in Bitcoin grants.

Question 2

How much Bitcoin does Brink hold?

Accepted Answer

Brink does not publish a specific BTC balance, but their treasury activity is well-documented through their fellowship program. They support 7 independent Bitcoin Core developers with annual fellowships of approximately $100,000 per fellow, totaling roughly $700,000 per year in Bitcoin grants. Their major funding includes a $5 million Bitcoin contribution from Jack Dorsey's Start Small initiative, plus contributions from John Pfeffer and Wences Casares. 100% of donations go directly to developer grantees with no administrative overhead deducted.

Question 3

How do I donate Bitcoin to Brink?

Accepted Answer

Visit brink.dev/donate to donate Bitcoin to Brink. They accept both onchain Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments. Your donation funds Bitcoin Core developer fellowships at approximately $100,000 per fellow per year. Brink is a 501(c)(3) organization (EIN 85-2919136) so your donation is fully tax-deductible. They do not convert Bitcoin donations to fiat and do not accept fiat donations.

Question 4

Is Brink a verified Bitcoin treasury holder?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Brink is a verified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 85-2919136) incorporated in the United States. Their bitcoin-only donation policy is publicly documented on brink.dev/donate, where they explicitly state they accept only Bitcoin and do not accept fiat donations. Brink holds the verified and treasury-public badges in the Bitcoin Nonprofit Directory, confirming that both their nonprofit status and their Bitcoin treasury policy have been independently confirmed through official documentation. Their fellowship program structure, grantee list, and major funding rounds are all publicly disclosed on brink.dev.

Question 5

Why does Brink hold Bitcoin instead of converting to fiat?

Accepted Answer

Brink holds Bitcoin because their mission is to strengthen the Bitcoin protocol itself, and holding Bitcoin aligns their treasury with the asset they are building infrastructure for. Bitcoin Core developers funded by Brink work on the foundational code that makes Bitcoin secure, scalable, and decentralized. Holding Bitcoin as treasury reserves ensures that Brink's operating capital appreciates alongside the network their developers are improving. It also signals to donors that Brink is not a fiat-first organization using Bitcoin as a payment method, but a Bitcoin-native institution with long-term conviction.

Question 6

Can I get a tax deduction for donating Bitcoin to Brink?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Donations to Brink are fully tax-deductible as charitable contributions to a 501(c)(3) organization (EIN 85-2919136). Bitcoin donations are treated as noncash charitable contributions under IRS Notice 2014-21: you deduct the fair market value of the Bitcoin on the date of the donation, and Brink does not recognize a taxable gain on receipt. If you have held the Bitcoin for more than one year, you can deduct the full fair market value without triggering capital gains tax. For donations over $500, complete IRS Form 8283 (Noncash Charitable Contributions). Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation.

Question 7

Where can I track Brink's Bitcoin holdings?

Accepted Answer

Brink is listed in the Bitcoin Treasury Tracker as a bitcoin-only treasury holder. They hold the verified, treasury-public, and direct-btc badges, indicating their Bitcoin policy is publicly documented, their treasury is transparent, and they distribute grants directly in Bitcoin. Their fellowship program and major funding rounds serve as the primary public record of their Bitcoin treasury activity. Visit brink.dev for current program details and fellowship applications.

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