2022-07-15T12:13:43-05:00 2021-08-31 363990892 Capin Crouse LLP 5605 N MacArthur Blvd Suite 210 Irving TX 75038 990 2020-09-01 383739504 BSF International LLC BSFI 2104924676 19001 Huebner Road San Antonio TX 78258 Richard Mazur CFO 2104924676 2022-07-15 1 Richard Mazur 999009999 Luke Burnett P01079018 5055022746 2 AAL1 IAL1 2020 2022-09-23 18:48:47Z Hollie Roberts 19001 Huebner Road San Antonio TX 78258 4133531 0 X www.bsfinternational.org X LLC 2005 TX Global in-depth Bible classes producing passionate commitment to Christ, His Word, and His Church. 13 12 3 26400 0 0 3464586 4024215 0 0 29557 15324 0 93992 3494143 4133531 0 0 0 0 370106 726631 0 0 0 2206692 1163439 2576798 1890070 917345 2243461 5107028 7354337 37245 41093 5069783 7313244 BSF International, LLC, administers Bible study classes across the world in support of Bible Study Fellowship, an interdenominational lay Christian organization. 0 0 544740 BSF International, LLC, conducts Bible Study Fellowship classes outside the United States. Worldwide there are 1392 classes plus 4470 satellite discussion groups where members meet weekly for in-depth Bible study. These classes and groups meet in 35 different countries. In addition, BSF hosts 1462 online discussion groups that allow class members in 149 different countries to participate in weekly small group discussions over their computer or connected devices. These online discussion groups have grown out of BSF's strategic investment in technology and digital options as they seek to reach people of all ages, races, countries and cultures with in-depth Bible study. The organization's mission is: global, in-depth Bible classes producing passionate commitment to Christ, His Word and His Church. 373620 Provision of facilities and costs associated with Bible study classes and leadership training outside the U.S. 5896 Production and delivery of materials used in Bible study classes and leadership training outside the U.S. 924256 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 X 13 0 1 3 1 0 1 BH BD BR CH EC FR GH IN JA KE KS MA MY NI PE RP SF SZ TW UG UK VM ZI ET TZ TH MU AS CA HK ID BM NZ SN 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 13 12 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 X X Jamie Lawson 2104924676 19001 Huebner Road San Antonio TX 78258 X Susan C Rowan Executive Director (Part Year) 9.00 31.10 X X 0 258243 22730 Hollie Roberts Executive Director 9.00 31.10 X X 0 105569 9344 G Bruce P Smith Chairman 0.80 4.10 X X 0 0 0 Anthony Tan Vice Chairman 0.80 4.20 X X 0 0 0 Michael T Duke Treasurer 0.80 4.30 X X 0 0 0 Suzanne Sloan Secretary 0.80 4.10 X X 0 0 0 Dr Mark Bailey Director 0.80 4.00 X 0 0 0 Dr Garth Bolinder Director 0.80 4.20 X 0 0 0 Pamela Bunn Director 0.80 4.00 X 0 0 0 Terri Burroughs Director 0.80 4.00 X 0 0 0 Dr Bryan Carter Director 0.80 4.00 X 0 0 0 Charles Hooper Director 0.80 4.00 X 0 0 0 Gavin Oyas Director 0.80 4.00 X 0 0 0 Dr Mark Strauss Director 0.80 4.00 X 0 0 0 Richard S Mazur Chief Financial Officer 9.00 31.10 X 0 174647 19676 Robert A Birkeneder Chief Operating Officer 9.00 31.10 X 0 145494 14506 0 683953 66256 0 0 1 0 0 4024215 4024215 15324 15324 93992 93992 93992 4133531 0 0 109316 586287 295528 290759 93342 536 92806 47002 780 46222 38956 38956 137920 137920 1706 1706 15209 15209 24207 24207 35605 35605 Admin Support 342705 30342 312363 Church Facilities 302003 302003 Area Advisor Expenses 252831 252831 Institute / Training 12297 1114 11183 1890070 924256 965814 0 2893319 5230362 413484 723558 18923 24034 20001 20001 0 0 243654 158737 7231 1530417 1217646 5107028 7354337 37245 41093 37245 41093 X 3829704 6981045 1240079 332199 5069783 7313244 5107028 7354337 2243461 0 X 0 1 X 1 0 X X X 1 Bible Study Fellowship 941514010 7 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Schedule A, Part VI, Explanation of Other Income: Other Income - 2020 Amount: $ 93,992. Schedule A, Part II The organization has determined that, notwithstanding its classification as an organization described in section 509(a)(3), it nonetheless meets the public support test applicable to organizations described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) and is therefore permitted to use the first special rule listed on page 1 of Schedule B in determining the threshold for listing donors on Schedule B, Part I. For the tax year ending August 31, 2021, the organization did not receive any contribution that met the 2% reporting threshold under the first listed special rule on Schedule B and therefore, is not required to complete Schedule B. 20001 20001 0 0 Intercompany Receivables 1217646 1217646 East Asia and the Pacific 6 16 Program Services Bible Study Classes 1196787 Sub-Saharan Africa 1 7 Program Services Bible Study Classes 144739 Europe 1 34 Program Services Bible Study Classes 161300 North America 1 4 Program Services Bible Study Classes 58837 South America 1 8 Program Services Bible Study Classes 6885 10 69 0 0 10 69 1568548 0 1568548 0 0 0 0 0 0 Part I, line 3: Activity is recorded using monthly financial reports that are submitted and reviewed by our office, using the accrual method of accounting. Part III Accounting Method: 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Susan C Rowan Executive Director (Part Year) 0 258040 0 203 0 0 0 12000 0 10730 0 280973 0 0 Richard S Mazur Chief Financial Officer 0 174444 0 203 0 0 0 8946 0 10730 0 194323 0 0 Robert A Birkeneder Chief Operating Officer 0 145291 0 203 0 0 0 3777 0 10730 0 160001 0 0 Part I, Line 4b Bible Study Fellowship, a related organization, made the following payments to a Rabbi Trust: Susan Rowan $40,000. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 1 The Executive Committee of the organization includes the Chairman, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary and has all the powers and authority of the board of directors except (a) power to modify or amend the Articles of Incorporation or the Bylaws and (b) power to act contrary to the specific instructions or specific limitations on the authority of the Executive Committee promulgated by the board of directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 6 The sole member of BSF International LLC is Bible Study Fellowship, a supported organization of BSF International LLC. Bible Study Fellowship is a California not-for-profit, and an organization described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7a The organization's sole member, Bible Study Fellowship, is entitled to elect the board of directors of BSF International LLC. As reported on Schedule A, Part I, BSF International LLC is a Type 1 supporting organization of Bible Study Fellowship. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7b Per the organization's governing documents, all powers of the organization and business affairs shall be managed under the direction of the organization's sole member, Bible Study Fellowship. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b Form 990 is prepared by an independent CPA firm and is reviewed in detail by the Director of Finance and CFO for accuracy. The return is then provided to the board of directors for their review prior to being filed with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The organization requires the board of directors and officers to complete a conflict of interest disclosure statement annually. The board as a whole is responsible for oversight of the policy, and monitoring for any potential conflicts. Should any potential conflicts of interest be disclosed, the board member or officer would be asked to refrain from participation in any deliberation or decision with regard to matters affected by the relationship. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 BSF International LLC does not compensate any of its officers, directors or key employees. Therefore, Lines 15a and 15b were answered no in accordance with the instructions. Some of the officers are compensated, however, by Bible Study Fellowship (BSF), a related organization. The compensation committee of the BSF Board of Directors determines compensation for the CEO, top executives, and key employees. Comparability data provided by the HR manager is used in the process and the decisions are subject to board approval and are documented in the board minutes. Compensation packages are reviewed on an annual basis for appropriateness. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available upon request. Form 990, Part VII, Section A, Column (E) & (F) - Comp. From Related Orgs: Amounts listed in column (E) and (F) represent compensation paid by Bible Study Fellowship. BSF International, LLC, did not compensate any trustees, directors, officers, or key employees directly. Bible Study Fellowship 19001 Huebner Rd San Antonio TX 78258 941514010 Bible Study Classes CA 501(c)(3) Line 7 N/A 0 BSF Global Impact Corp 19001 Huebner Rd San Antonio TX 78258 465517597 Support of Bible Study Fellowship TX 501(c)(3) Line 12a, I Bible Study Fellowship 0 BSF International Properties Corp 19001 Huebner Rd San Antonio TX 78258 364772025 Support of Bible Study Fellowship TX 501(c)(2) Bible Study Fellowship 0 BSF International LLC (Kenya) PO Box 73801 Nairobi KE 00200 Bible Study Classes KE BSF International LLC 1 BSF International LLC (Uganda) Office E 08 2nd Floor Ntinda Cnt Kampala UG BIble Study Classes UG BSF International LLC 1 BSF International LtdGuarnetee (Nigeria) No 6 Noad Avenue Cocin Church Hea Jos Plateau State NI Bible Study Classes NI BSF International LLC 1 Taiwan BSF Bible Study Fellowship 162 Chien Kang Rd 14 Floor Taipei Taiwan CH Bible Study Classes CH BSF International LLC 1 Bible Study Fellowship (Hong Kong) Flat 1 22/F Block B Greenville G Wanchai HK Bible Study Classes HK 501(c)(3) N/A 0 BSF Foundation (Indonesia) Graha Semesta lantai 1 Jl Kebayor Jakarta ID 12210 Bible Study Classes ID 501(c)(3) N/A 0 BSF International (Philippines) Unit 801 Fort Legends Towers Brgy Kampala RP 00200 Bible Study Classes RP 501(c)(3) N/A 0 BSF International (Australia) Limited PO Box 373 Kilsyth Vic AS 3137 Bible Study Classes AS 501(c)(3) N/A 0 BSF International (New Zealand) 66 Pencarrow Road RD 3 Tamahere Hamilton NZ 3283 Bible Study Classes NZ 501(c)(3) N/A 0 Bible Study Fellowship (Singapore) 271 Bukit Timah Road 03-04 Balmor Singapore SN Bible Study Classes SN 501(c)(3) N/A 0 BSF International (UK) Limited 20 Brimmond Drive Westhill Aberdeenshire UK AB32 6SZ Bible Study Classes UK 501(c)(3) N/A 0 BSF International (Canada) Limited 107 Maple Drive Port Moody British Columbia CA V3H 0A7 Bible Study Classes CA 501(c)(3) N/A 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 BSF International LLC (Kenya) S Taiwan BSF Bible Study Fellowship Q Cash Transfer Schedule R, Part II Explanation of foreign affiliate reporting: In order to operate under the laws in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Taiwan, BSF International, LLC established the following foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs): BSF International, LLC (Kenya) BSF International, LLC (Uganda) BSF International Ltd/Guarnetee (Nigeria) Taiwan BSF Bible Study Fellowship The NGOs have common board membership with BSF International LLC and the NGO operations represent BSF International LLC's operations in their respective country under the BSF International LLC Board's supervision. Per our interpretation of the Form 990 instructions and in order to file a complete and accurate return, the NGO's operations are included in the financial activity reported on this Form 990 and each NGO is reported in Schedule R, Part II as a related tax-exempt organization. Additionally, BSF International LLC works together with the following affiliate organizations in order to achieve BSF International LLC's charitable purpose: Bible Study Fellowship (Hong Kong) BSF Foundation (Indonesia) BSF International (Philippines) B.S.F. International (Australia) Limited BSF International (New Zealand) Bible Study Fellowship (Singapore) B.S.F. International (U.K.) Limited BSF International (Canada) Limited These affiliates are operated independently with their own separate board of directors. However, in order to provide the most complete picture of BSF International LLC operations, the affiliates' operations are included in the financial activity reported on this Form 990 and each affiliate is reported in Schedule R, Part II as a related tax-exempt organization.