Yes, the Bronx Veterans Medical Research Foundation, Inc. (BVMRF) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. BVMRF’s Tax ID is 13-3699250.

In 1988, Congress passed Public Law 100-322 that allowed Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers to establish nonprofit research corporations (NPCs) to broaden the VA’s ability to benefit from private and non-VA public support. BVMRF is the NPC that administers extramural funding of diverse programs in the Bronx VA, including securing private and public funding for medical service programs to enhance the quality of care and health for Veterans.

Yes, the Bronx Veterans Medical Research Foundation, Inc. (BVMRF) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

If you donate online, your gift will be charged immediately. Any recurring gifts will be charged on the same day every month, or the next closest business day. Donations received by mail will be processed within 1-2 business days of receipt.

A donation receipt will be sent to you at the email address you provide on this form. Please keep a copy of your receipt for tax purposes. If you select a recurring donation, you will be sent an individual receipt each month when your donation is processed.

Yes, you can edit, update, and cancel your recurring donation. BVMRF’s monthly giving plans are managed on Classy, a secure donation platform. To learn how to make changes to an existing monthly giving plan, click here or contact BVMRFAdmin@va.gov or (718) 741-4442.

Yes, we will happily accept donations by mail.

Please note in the memo line “Mission Blue Skies Donation” and make your check payable to BVMRF.

Please mail your gift to our administrative office:

BVMRF
130 West Kingsbridge Road
Bronx, NY 10468

We will mail you a receipt for tax purposes; alternatively, please provide your email address if you wish to receive a receipt electronically.

Matching gifts are an excellent way to further the impact of your contribution. Your employer may double or even triple your donation with a matching gift! Check with your employer’s Human Resources Department to see what employer-matching opportunities are available. If your employer approves the matching gift, the company will send a check for the matching gift according to their company guidelines.

Yes. The security and confidentiality of your information is our highest priority. We use industry-standard SSL (secure socket layer) technology to protect your information and provide a safe and secure environment for online donations. We will not sell, trade, or share your personal information with anyone else, nor send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations, and we will only share personal information if you have given us specific permission to do so.

Donated funds are used to support our mission in various ways, including advancing medical research, providing seed funds for new researchers, improving veterans' access to treatments and technology, supplying necessary research equipment, funding scientific collaboration, and supporting specific research projects based on donor interests.

If you have a particular area of medical science or research that you are passionate about, you can designate your donation to support that specific field. Please contact us directly to discuss your preferences, and we will ensure that your contribution is used to advance research in your chosen area.

Absolutely. We welcome the opportunity to discuss significant gifts with our donors. Please contact us directly to arrange a meeting with our leadership team or Board of Directors. We are happy to work with you to ensure your donation aligns with your philanthropic goals and makes the greatest impact.

BVMRF adheres to all federal and state reporting requirements, undergoes comprehensive annual financial audits, and submits mandatory annual reports to the Department of Veterans Affairs and to the U.S. Congress. Furthermore, BVMRF undergoes triannual audits conducted by the Nonprofit Program Office (NPPO), a VHA program office that operates as a liaison between the Veterans Health Administration and nonprofit corporations (NPCs).

We're happy to help in any way we can! Please contact BVMRFAdmin@va.gov or (718) 741-4442 or click here to visit the Supporter Center on Classy and view resources under “General” to learn more about managing your donations.