The BHT Foundation

OUR MISSION: BHT Foundation (Formerly Brother, Help Thyself Inc.) is a 501(c)3 community based organization providing financial and other support to non-profit organizations serving the LGBTQ/SGL and HIV/AIDS communities in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. metro area.

OUR GOALS: Sustainability - Create structures and systems to ensure the systematic and effective operations of the BHT Foundation in support of our LGBTQ+ communities. Including succession planning; development, financial planning; and standard operating procedures and business operations. Excellence - Grow the BHT foundation to reflect the evolution of our diverse communities and expand visibility and community partnerships/support, to become the preferred nonprofit for LGBTQ+ giving in the DMV area.

OUR VALUES: Diversity – We exist to help, build, and transform our diverse LGBTQ+ Communities. We back up our commitment by supporting non-profits that are dedicated to creating safe spaces for marginalized folx. Community – We believe in our communities and are dedicated to supporting non-profits in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia areas that fill critical gaps in services and improve the lives of our community members.  Integrity – We will earn and maintain your trust through ethical, honest, and transparent business operations. First and foremost, we will be governed by a board that reflects the communities that we serve.  Stewardship – We support marginalized and underfunded nonprofits first. To do this, we are steadfast in our commitment to protect and distribute the financial assets and resources that have been entrusted to us by our donors.  Flexibility – We will meet the evolving needs of our communities by creating a solid and sustainable business model that allows us to strategically change and adapt quickly.