Frequently Asked Questions
When was B4 Founded?
2018
Who was B4 Outdoors founded by and why?
B4 was founded by Kevin Rhodes, our current President. He wanted to serve those that serve us and honor his father’s 26-year military career.
Is B4 Outdoors a legitimate charity?
B4 Outdoors was granted tax-exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service functioning as a charity under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations to the organization are deductible as charitable contributions. The WWP Federal I.D. number for donations is #82-3053416.
Where is B4 Located?
B4 Outdoors is headquartered is in Elmer, MO.
Who does B4 Outdoors serve?
B4 Outdoors serves veterans and active-duty military members from all branches of the service; 1st responders including EMTs, Firefighters, Paramedics, etc.; law enforcement officers from every level including federal, state, county, and municipal; and youth hunters with parents in the before mentioned groups.
I fall into one of the categories above, how do I get involved?
Please fill out the contact us page and send us a message to let us know how you’d like to participate, whether that is as a hunter, guide, volunteer, event host, etc.
How can I help?
- Volunteer! Call your local VA center and ask about volunteer opportunities.
- Advocate for veterans, 1st responders, and law enforcement by being involved in local events and by contacting your state and local representatives to let them know how you feel.
- Donate to B4 Outdoors or to any other veteran-based charity.
- Honor a service member and recognize his/her service.
- Support the companies and organizations that support B4 Outdoors and other veteran, 1st responder, and law enforcement organizations.
I would like to receive B4 Outdoors updates, news, and information. How can I receive those communications?
Sign up for our email newsletter; visit any of our social media pages and our website.
Donation FAQs
What percentage of my donation goes directly to the mission?
- 100% of your donation goes to meet our mission. All our board members and supporters are volunteers.
I’d like to sign up for a monthly gift, how do I do that?
Please visit our donation page and select the monthly donation link. You then can choose the level for your donation. This program offers a low-cost source of long-term income for B4 Outdoors.
Is B4 Outdoors a legitimate charity?
B4 Outdoors was granted tax-exempt status by the Internal Revenue Service functioning as a charity under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations to the organization are deductible as charitable contributions. The WWP Federal I.D. number for donations is #82-3053416.
Where is B4 Located?
Who does B4 Outdoors serve?
I fall into one of the categories above, how do I get involved?
How can I help?
- Volunteer! Call your local VA center and ask about volunteer opportunities.
- Advocate for veterans, 1st responders, and law enforcement by being involved in local events and by contacting your state and local representatives to let them know how you feel.
- Donate to B4 Outdoors or to any other veteran-based charity.
- Honor a service member and recognize his/her service.
- Support the companies and organizations that support B4 Outdoors and other veteran, 1st responder, and law enforcement organizations.
I would like to receive B4 Outdoors updates, news, and information. How can I receive those communications?
Sign up for our email newsletter; visit any of our social media pages and our website.
Can I donate to a particular hunt or project?
Yes, you may. Just be sure to leave a comment when you make a one-time donation, so we know to earmark it for a specific hunt or project.
I would like to mail a check. Who do I make it out to and where do I send it?
Please make all checks payable to B4 Outdoors. Our mailing address is:
B4 Outdoors
17785 State Hwy HH
Elmer, MO 63538
When will I receive a receipt for my donation?
Receipts are sent out approximately 4-6 weeks after the donation is received.
I wish to mention B4 Outdoors in my will. How can I do this?
Please contact B4 Outdoors President Kevin Rhodes at 864-710-9853, and he will help you navigate the decision process.
When will I receive a receipt for my donation?
Receipts are sent out approximately 4-6 weeks after the donation is received.
I wish to mention B4 Outdoors in my will. How can I do this?
How do I submit a matching gift from my company?
- Many companies offer matching gift programs that will double, even triple a donation’s value. Even more, your company may also match gifts from spouses, retirees, and board members. Each gift will help foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation’s history.
- For full details on company matching gifts or to search for your company, please visit our Company Matching Gifts page.
Can I donate gifts in kind?
Does B4 Outdoors hold fundraisers on Facebook?
- Yes, we do. We often conduct a raffle or an opportunity to win a trip or merchandise as a fundraiser for our operating budget, a specific event, or a specific individual.
- Monitor our Facebook page for these opportunities.