Form990-PF

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2023
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2023, or tax year beginning 01-01-2023 , and ending 12-31-2023
Name of foundation
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
 
Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)1900 CRESTWOOD BOULEVARD 300
  Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
BIRMINGHAM, AL35210
A Employer identification number

63-1198327
B Telephone number (see instructions)

(205) 951-4479
C right arrow
G Check all that apply:

D 1. Foreign organizations, check here............. right arrow
2. Foreign organizations meeting the 85%
test, check here and attach computation ... right arrow
E right arrow
H Check type of organization:
F right arrow
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)right arrow$14,250,049J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule)  
2 Check right arrow.............
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments 82 82  
4 Dividends and interest from securities... 242,008 203,622  
5a Gross rents............ 136,536 136,536  
b Net rental income or (loss) 64,976
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 584,018
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 2,605,373
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 584,018
8 Net short-term capital gain.........  
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
112,431 199,934  
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 1,075,075 1,124,192  
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 0 0   0
14 Other employee salaries and wages......        
15 Pension plans, employee benefits.......        
16a Legal fees (attach schedule).........        
b Accounting fees (attach schedule).......        
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
275,254 275,254   0
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions)... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
757 757   0
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion...      
20 Occupancy..............        
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings.......        
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
114,248 72,778   41,469
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 390,259 348,789   41,469
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid....... 863,255 863,255
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 1,253,514 348,789   904,724
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements -178,439
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 775,403
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)...  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
Page 2
Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.) 		Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing.............      
2 Savings and temporary cash investments......... 329,029 394,641 394,641
3 Accounts receivable right arrow  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts right arrow        
4 Pledges receivable right arrow  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts right arrow        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) right arrow  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts right arrow        
8 Inventories for sale or use..............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges..........      
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule)....... 6,667,638 Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
6,605,559 		8,387,819
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule).......      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis right arrow  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) right arrow        
12 Investments—mortgage loans.............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule).......... 4,285,211 Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
4,018,981 		5,467,589
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis right arrow  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) right arrow        
15 Other assets (describe right arrow)      
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 11,281,878 11,019,181 14,250,049
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses..........    
18 Grants payable.................    
19 Deferred revenue.................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe right arrow) Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
2,820,836 		Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
// Content
2,736,578
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22)......... 2,820,836 2,736,578
Net Assets or Fund Balances Foundations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here right arrow
and complete lines 24, 25, 29 and 30.
24 Net assets without donor restrictions...........    
25 Net assets with donor restrictions............    
Foundations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here right arrow
and complete lines 26 through 30.
26 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds........ 0 0
27 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund 0 0
28 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds 8,461,042 8,282,603
29 Total net assets or fund balances (see instructions)..... 8,461,042 8,282,603
30 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see instructions). 11,281,878 11,019,181
Part III
Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1
Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 29 (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ...............
1
8,461,042
2
Enter amount from Part I, line 27a .....................
2
-178,439
3
Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) right arrow
3
0
4
Add lines 1, 2, and 3 ..........................
4
8,282,603
5
Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) right arrow
5
0
6
Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 29 .
6
8,282,603
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.)		 (b)
How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c)
Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d)
Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a K-1 PASSTHROUGH GAINS P   2023-12-31
b RAYMOND JAMES ACCT 282LL371     2023-12-31
c RAYMOND JAMES ACCT 282LL371     2023-12-31
d VVP/GENERAL ELECTRIC CO.     2023-01-31
e VVP/GE HEALTHCARE TECHNOLOGIES     2023-01-31
VVP/MASTERCARD     2023-01-31
VVP/TRANSDIGM GROUP INC.     2023-01-31
VVP/GENERAL ELECTRIC CO.     2023-03-31
VVP/LITTEIFUSE INC.     2023-03-31
VVP/SALESFORCE.COM INC.     2023-04-30
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-04-30
VVP/APPLIED MATERIALS INC.     2023-05-31
VVP/AMAZON.COM INC.     2023-05-31
VVP/SALESFORCE.COM INC.     2023-05-31
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-05-31
VVP/APPLIED MATERIALS INC.     2023-06-30
VVP/GENERAL ELECTRIC CO.     2023-06-30
VVP/GENERAL ELECTRIC CO.     2023-06-30
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-06-30
VVP/APPLIED MATERIALS INC.     2023-07-31
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-07-31
VVP/TRANSDIGM GROUP INC.     2023-07-31
VVP/ARES MANAGEMENT CORP.     2023-10-31
VVP/ALPHABET INC.     2023-10-31
VVP/ABM INDUSTRIES INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/AMAZON.COM INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/ARES MANAGEMENT CORP.     2023-11-30
VVP/CARLYLE GROUP INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/SALESFORCE.COM INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/ELEVANCE HEALTH INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/KKK & CO. INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/MASTERCARD     2023-11-30
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-11-30
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-11-30
VVP/NICE LTD.     2023-11-30
VVP/QORVO INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/SDIPTECH AB     2023-11-30
VVP/SEALED AIR CORP     2023-11-30
VVP/TRANSDIGM GROUP INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/TRANSDIGM GROUP INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/VISA INC.     2023-11-30
VVP/AMAZON.COM INC.     2023-12-31
VVP/CARLYLE GROUP INC.     2023-12-31
VVP/KKK & CO. INC.     2023-12-30
VVP/KKK & CO. INC.     2023-12-31
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-12-31
VVP/MICROSOFT CORP.     2023-12-31
VVP/VISA INC.     2023-12-31
CAPITAL GAINS DIVIDENDS P    
(e)
Gross sales price 		(f)
Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g)
Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h)
Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 240,973     240,973
b 310,612   324,113 -13,501
c 445,019   497,380 -52,361
d 93,746   72,848 20,898
e 45,979   37,008 8,971
26,289   16,808 9,481
26,720   19,172 7,548
11,160   7,119 4,041
10,571   10,056 515
49,730   65,499 -15,769
37,350   35,723 1,627
2,935   2,968 -33
42,838   44,227 -1,389
76,865   86,025 -9,160
17,073   14,123 2,950
71,456   69,161 2,295
8,960   4,704 4,256
95,911   46,800 49,111
11,379   9,416 1,963
79,904   73,439 6,465
48,849   36,730 12,119
97,557   48,730 48,827
9,071   6,559 2,512
68,979   24,998 43,981
34,653   37,409 -2,756
59,989   37,596 22,393
51,685   36,454 15,231
23,316   24,148 -832
11,268   12,198 -930
36,925   37,765 -840
53,647   19,778 33,869
21,037   4,162 16,875
45,330   18,400 26,930
10,532   10,201 331
27,070   28,310 -1,240
9,219   16,601 -7,382
47,614   50,932 -3,318
13,175   18,219 -5,044
47,369   21,199 26,170
9,579   9,598 -19
32,755   20,867 11,888
12,536   9,096 3,440
19,216   13,285 5,931
23,018   6,644 16,374
15,123   13,510 1,613
1,851   1,903 -52
26,289   10,797 15,492
14,635   8,677 5,958
27,616     27,616
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l)
Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i)
F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 		(j)
Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k)
Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       240,973
b       -13,501
c       -52,361
d       20,898
e       8,971
      9,481
      7,548
      4,041
      515
      -15,769
      1,627
      -33
      -1,389
      -9,160
      2,950
      2,295
      4,256
      49,111
      1,963
      6,465
      12,119
      48,827
      2,512
      43,981
      -2,756
      22,393
      15,231
      -832
      -930
      -840
      33,869
      16,875
      26,930
      331
      -1,240
      -7,382
      -3,318
      -5,044
      26,170
      -19
      11,888
      3,440
      5,931
      16,374
      1,613
      -52
      15,492
      5,958
      27,616
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 584,018
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 ................... 		Bracket 3  
Part V
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see instructions)
1a Exempt operating foundations described in section 4940(d)(2), check here right arrow and enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket for line 1a
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions) 1 10,778
b All other domestic foundations enter 1.39% (0.0139) of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% (0.04) of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2 0
3 Add lines 1 and 2........................... 3 10,778
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 4 0
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 10,778
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2023 estimated tax payments and 2022 overpayment credited to 2023 6a 16,683
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source...... 6b 0
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868)... 6c 0
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld .......... 6d 0
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 16,683
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. Check here if Form 2220 is attached. 8 0
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......right arrow 9  
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...right arrow 10 5,905
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2024 estimated taxright arrow5,905 Refundedright arrow 11 0
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part VI-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes? See the instructions
for the definition.................................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. right arrow$ 0(2) On foundation managers.right arrow$ 0
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.right arrow$ 0
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
round bullet By language in the governing instrument, or
round bullet By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument? ................
6
 
No
7
Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c),
and Part XIV..................................
7
Yes
 
8a
Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
right arrowAL
b
If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
8b
Yes
 
9
Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2023 or the taxable year beginning in 2023? See the instructions for Part XIII.
If "Yes," complete Part XIII .............................
9
 
No
10
Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names
and addresses. ...............................
10
 
No
11
At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. See instructions .............
11
 
No
12
Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement. See instructions.................
12
 
No
13
Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
13
Yes
 
Website addressright arrowN/A
14
The books are in care ofright arrowCARL LESSMAN Telephone no.right arrow (205) 951-4479

Located atright arrow1900 CRESTWOOD BOULEVARD SUITE 300BIRMINGHAMAL ZIP+4right arrow35210
15
Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041 —check here .........right arrow
and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ........right arrow
15
 
16 At any time during calendar year 2023, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country? .................
16   No
See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114. If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign
country right arrow
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Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part VI-B
Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
Yes
No
1a
During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
(1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person? ...........
1a(1)
 
No
(2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
a disqualified person? ..............................
1a(2)
 
No
(3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person? ...........
1a(3)
 
No
(4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person? ............
1a(4)
 
No
(5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)? ......................
1a(5)
 
No
(6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.) ...............
1a(6)
 
No
b
If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ..........
1b
 
 
c
Organizations relying on a current notice regarding disaster assistance check here ........right arrow
d
Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2023? .............
1d
 
No
2
Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
a
At the end of tax year 2023, did the foundation have any undistributed income (Part XII, lines 6d
and 6e) for tax year(s) beginning before 2023?....................
2a
 
No
If "Yes," list the years right arrow20, 20, 20, 20
b
Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
(relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
2b
 
 
c
If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
right arrow20, 20, 20, 20
3a
Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
any time during the year? ..............................
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2023 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2023.) .....................
3b
 
 
4a
Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
4a
 
No
b
Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2023? ..
4b
 
No
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part VI-B
Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required (continued)
5a
During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
Yes
No
(1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))? ..........
5a(1)
 
No
(2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive? ....................
5a(2)
 
No
(3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes? .............
5a(3)
 
No
(4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
in section 4945(d)(4)(A)? See instructions ........................
5a(4)
 
No
(5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals? .............
5a(5)
 
No
b
If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ........
5b
 
 
c
Organizations relying on a current notice regarding disaster assistance check .........right arrow
d
If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant? .................
5d
 
 
If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
6a
Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
a personal benefit contract? .............................
6a
 
No
b
Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ....
6b
 
No
If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
7a
At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
7a
 
No
b
If "Yes", did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? .....
7b
 
 
8
Is the foundation subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or
excess parachute payment during the year? .........................
8
 
No
Part VII
Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
and Contractors
1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation. See instructions
(a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
hours per week
devoted to position 		(c) Compensation
 (If not paid, enter
-0-) 		(d) Contributions to employee benefit plans and deferred compensation (e) Expense account,
other allowances
WILLIAM T RATLIFF III PRES/TREAS/DIRECTOR
1.00 		0 0 0
1900 CRESTWOOD BOULEVARD SUITE 300
BIRMINGHAM,AL35210
CARL A LESSMAN DIRECTOR
1.00 		0 0 0
1900 CRESTWOOD BOULEVARD SUITE 300
BIRMINGHAM,AL35210
2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
(a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
hours per week
devoted to position 		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
employee benefit
plans and deferred
compensation 		(e) Expense account,
other allowances
NONE
Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................right arrow 0
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part VII
Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
and Contractors (continued)
3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
(a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
NONE
Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............right arrow0
Part VIII-A
Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
1  
2  
3  
4  
Part VIII-B
Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
1  
2  
All other program-related investments. See instructions.
3  
Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................right arrow0
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part IX
Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations, see instructions.)
1
Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
purposes:
a
Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
1a
8,982,341
b
Average of monthly cash balances.......................
1b
167,053
c
Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
1c
6,230,821
d
Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
1d
15,380,215
e
Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
1e
0
2
Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
2
0
3
Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
3
15,380,215
4
Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1.5% (0.015) of line 3 (for greater amount, see
instructions) .............................
4
230,703
5
Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. ............
5
15,149,512
6
Minimum investment return. Enter 5% (0.05) of line 5................
6
757,476
Part X
Distributable Amount (see instructions) (Section 4942(j)(3) and (j)(5) private operating foundations and certain foreign organizations check here right arrow and do not complete this part.)
1
Minimum investment return from Part IX, line 6..................
1
757,476
2a
Tax on investment income for 2022 from Part V, line 5.......
2a
10,778
b
Income tax for 2022. (This does not include the tax from Part V.) ...
2b
 
c
Add lines 2a and 2b............................
2c
10,778
3
Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
3
746,698
4
Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
4
0
5
Add lines 3 and 4............................
5
746,698
6
Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
6
0
7
Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XII, line 1 ...
7
746,698
Part XI
Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
1
Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
a
Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
1a
904,724
b
Program-related investments—total from Part VIII-B..................
1b
0
2
Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
purposes...............................
2
 
3
Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
a
Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
3a
 
b
Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
3b
 
4
Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part XII, line 4. .......
4
904,724
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Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part XII
Undistributed Income (see instructions)
(a)
Corpus 		(b)
Years prior to 2022 		(c)
2022 		(d)
2023
1 Distributable amount for 2023 from Part X, line 7 746,698
2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2022:
a Enter amount for 2022 only....... 149,169
b Total for prior years:20 , 20, 20 0
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2022:
a From 2018......  
b From 2019......  
c From 2020......  
d From 2021......  
e From 2022......  
f Total of lines 3a through e ........ 0
4Qualifying distributions for 2023 from Part
XI, line 4: right arrow$ 904,724
a Applied to 2022, but not more than line 2a 149,169
b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
(Election required—see instructions)..... 		0
c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
required—see instructions)........ 		0
d Applied to 2023 distributable amount..... 746,698
e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 8,857
5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2023. 0 0
(If an amount appears in column (d), the
same amount must be shown in column (a).)
6Enter the net total of each column as
indicated below:
a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 8,857
b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
line 4b from line 2b .......... 		0
c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
income for which a notice of deficiency has
been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
tax has been previously assessed...... 		0
d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
—see instructions ........... 		0
e Undistributed income for 2022. Subtract line
4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
instructions ............. 		0
f Undistributed income for 2023. Subtract
lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
be distributed in 2024 .......... 		0
7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (Election may
be required - see instructions) ....... 		0
8 Excess distributions carryover from 2018 not
applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ... 		0
9 Excess distributions carryover to 2024.
Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ...... 		8,857
10 Analysis of line 9:
a Excess from 2019....  
b Excess from 2020....  
c Excess from 2021....  
d Excess from 2022....  
e Excess from 2023.... 8,857
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part XIII
Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VI-A, question 9)
1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2023, enter the date of the ruling ...... right arrow
 
b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
income from Part I or the minimum
investment return from Part IX for each
year listed .......... 		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
(a) 2023 (b) 2022 (c) 2021 (d) 2020
         
b 85% (0.85) of line 2a .........          
c Qualifying distributions from Part XI,
line 4 for each year listed ..... 		         
d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
for active conduct of exempt activities .......... 		         
e Qualifying distributions made directly
for active conduct of exempt activities.
Subtract line 2d from line 2c .... 		         
3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
alternative test relied upon:
a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
(1) Value of all assets ......          
(2) Value of assets qualifying
under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)		          
b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
of minimum investment return shown in
Part IX, line 6 for each year listed .. 		         
c “Support" alternative test—enter:
(1) Total support other than gross
investment income (interest,
dividends, rents, payments
on securities loans (section
512(a)(5)), or royalties) .... 		         
(2) Support from general public
and 5 or more exempt
organizations as provided in
section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii).... 		         
(3) Largest amount of support
from an exempt organization		          
(4) Gross investment income          
Part XIV
Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the foundation had $5,000 or more in
assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
Check here right arrow
aThe name, address, and telephone number or email address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
cAny submission deadlines:
dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
factors:
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part XIV
Supplementary Information (continued)
3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
Recipient If recipient is an individual,
show any relationship to
any foundation manager
or substantial contributor
 Foundation
status of
recipient 		Purpose of grant or
contribution 		Amount
Name and address (home or business)
aPaid during the year

ALAQUEST COLLABORATIVE FOR EDUCATION

PO BOX 550241
BIRMINGHAM,AL35255 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE 80,000

COVENANT HOUSE GEORGIA INC

1559 JOHNSON RD NW
ATLANTA,GA30318 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 100

ECUMENICAL MINISTRIES INC

102 W SPRUCE AVE
FAIRHOPE,AL36533 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 20,000

EKVNV YEFOLECVLKE

PO BOX 148
WEOGUFKA,AL35183 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL/ENVIRONMENTAL 32,500

FPC ACTION FOUNDATION

5550 PAINTED MIRAGE ROAD SUITE 320
LAS VEGAS,NV89149 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL JUSTICE 5,000

GIDEONS ARMY GRASSROOTS ARMY FOR CHILDREN

600 28TH AVENUE NORTH
NASHVILLE,TN37208 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 50,000

GRASSROOTS INTERNATIONAL INC

179 BOYLSTON STREET 4TH FLOOR
JAMAICA PLAIN,MA02130 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL JUSTICE 30,000

GREATER BIRMINGHAM HUMANE SOCIETY

300 SNOW DRIVE
BIRMINGHAM,AL35209 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT 2,500

HAND IN PAW INC

617 38TH STREET S
BIRMINGHAM,AL35222 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY HEALTH AND SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 2,500

HEARTS OF WHEELS

616 RED LANE ROAD
BIRMINGHAM,AL35215 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 25,000

HIGHER PURPOSE INC

130 DESOTO AVENUE STE 10
CLARKSDALE,MS38614 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 45,000

HIGHLANDER RESEARCH & EDUCATION CENTER

1959 HIGHLANDER WAY
NEW MARKET,TN37820 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL 30,000

INDIANAPOLIS MONUMENTAL MARATHON

202 E MARKET STREET
INDIANAPOLIS,IN46204 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 10,000

MARANATHAN FAMILY LEARNING CENTER AND ACADEMY

200 BEACON PARKWAY WEST SUITE 206
BIRMINGHAM,AL35209 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL 5,000

MCRAE LEARNING CENTER INC

2601 MARIE FOSTER ST
SELMA,AL36703 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL 50,000

MCWANE SCIENCE CENTER

200 19TH ST NORTH
BIRMINGHAM,AL35203 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL 28,725

OASIS COUNSELING CENTER FOR WOMEN & CHILDREN

1900 14TH AVENUE SOUTH
BIRMINGHAM,AL35205 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES 35,000

SOUTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW CENTER

2829 2ND AVENUE SOUTH STE 282
BIRMINGHAM,AL35233 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL JUSTICE 5,000

SPRING VALLEY SCHOOL FOUNDATION

2701 SYDNEY DRIVE
BIRMINGHAM,AL35211 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL 42,500

THE CENTER FOR EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

200 UNION HILL DRIVE SUITE 200
BIRMINGHAM,AL35209 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT AND EDUCATION 10,000

THE CENTER FOR VIOLENCE PREVENTION

PO BOX 6279
PEARL,MS39288 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL JUSTICE 10,000

TRANSGENDER ADVOCATES KNOWLEDGE EMPOWERING

1032 15TH ST NW
WASHINGTON,DC20005 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL JUSTICE 60,000

UNITED WAY OF WEST CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI

920 SOUTH STREET
VICKSBURG,MS39180 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000

YMCA JUNIUS WARD JOHNSON MEMORIAL

267 YMCA PLACE
VICKSBURG,MS39180 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 25,000

YOUTH TOWERS INC

601 19TH STREET NORTH
BIRMINGHAM,AL35203 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 50,000

ALABAMA STEM EDUCATION INC

1324 4TH AVENUE N
BESSEMER,AL35020 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL 24,830

AMANDA PAIR FOUNDATION

864 STONECREST COURT
VESTAVIA HILLS,AL35242 		NONE PRIVATE FOUNDATION HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT 10,000

ATLANTA FULTON COUNTY PRE-ARREST DIVERSION INITIATIVE

236 FORSYTH ST SW 500
ATLANTA,GA30303 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 5,000

BERKSHIRE HILLS MUSIC ACADEMY INC

48 WOODBRIDGE ST
SOUTH HADLEY,MA01075 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 5,000

BUILDING PEACE INC

2518 RIDGE COURT UNIT 206
LAWRENCE,KS66046 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 40,000

CAHABA VALLEY HEALTH CARE INC

1515 6TH AVENUE S
BIRMINGHAM,AL35233 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT 5,000

CITY PARKS FOUNDATION INC

830 FIFTH AVENUE
NEW YORK,NY10065 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 5,000

CITYLAX INC

65 W 89TH STREET
NEW YORK,NY10024 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 5,000

COOPERATIVE DOWNTOWN MINISTRIES INC

626 2ND AVENUE N
BIRMINGHAM,AL35203 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 1,000

HOLCOMB MINISTRIES

P O BOX 43102
VESTAVIA HILLS,AL35243 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT 7,500

MICHAEL J FOX FOUNDATION FOR PARKINSON'S RESEARCH

GRAND CENTRAL STATION P O BOX 4777
NEW YORK,NY10163 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT 2,500

MOUNTAIN BROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

3405 BROOKWOOD ROAD
MOUNTAIN BROOK,AL35223 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY GENERAL SUPPORT 10,000

PROTEUS FUND INC

P O BOX 825467
PHILADELPHIA,PA19182 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL JUSTICE 5,000

REFUGEE AND IMMIGRANT CENTER FOR EDUCATION AND LEGAL SERVICES

P O BOX 786100
SAN ANTONIO,TX78278 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 2,500

SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENTREPRENEURS

23564 CALABASAS ROAD SUITE 201
CALABASAS,CA93102 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY ENVIRONMENTAL 7,500

SPRINGMONT SCHOOL INC

5750 LONG ISLAND DRIVE
ATLANTA,GA30327 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY EDUCATIONAL 2,500

TENNESSEE BREAST CANCER COALITION

106 MISSION CT
FRANKLIN,TN37067 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY HEALTH SUPPORT 7,500

THE DANCE FOUNDATION

1715 27TH COURT S
HOMEWOOD,AL35209 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 100

TWO BY TWO RESCUE LEAGUE

P O BOX 708
HELENA,AL35080 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 2,500

UNDER HIS WINGS INC

P O BOX 91
ROBERTSDALE,AL36567 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 20,000

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ALABAMA INC

3600 8TH AVENUE S
BIRMINGHAM,AL35222 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY GENERAL SUPPORT 1,000

EMBRACE ALABAMA KIDS

923 S PERRY STREET
MONTGOMERY,AL36104 		NONE PUBLIC CHARITY COMMUNITY SUPPORT 30,000
Total .................................right arrow 3a 863,255
bApproved for future payment
Total ................................. right arrow 3b 0
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Form 990-PF (2023)
Page 12
Part XV-A
Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
Related or exempt
function income
(See instructions.)
1Program service revenue: (a)
Business code 		(b)
Amount 		(c)
Exclusion code 		(d)
Amount
a
b
c
d
e
f
gFees and contracts from government agencies          
2 Membership dues and assessments ....          
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash
investments ........... 		    14 82  
4 Dividends and interest from securities ....     14 242,008  
5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
aDebt-financed property......     16 64,976  
bNot debt-financed property.....          
6 Net rental income or (loss) from personal property          
7 Other investment income .....     14 28,793  
8 Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than
inventory ............ 		    18 584,018  
9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory          
11 Other revenue:
aK1 FORAGER FUND 		    14 -289  
bK1 FOUR MILE COVE     14 149,543  
cK1 JAX WESTSIDE BW LLC 523000        
dK1 GRAHAM CAPITAL FUND I LLC 523000 -23,709      
eK1 STERLING REAL ESTATE FUND II LP 523000 -7,171      
fK1 STERLING SELF STORAGE FUND IV LP 523000 63,920      
gK1 STONERIVER INVESTMENT FUND II LLC 523000 43,999      
hK1 FORTRESS SPECIAL OPPTY ASP FUND 523000   14 21,887  
iK-1 BIRMINGHAM FINANCIAL CENTER 523000 -20,361      
jK-1 BROOKWOOD CENTER BW LLC 523000        
kK-1 MAGMA VIDING DFW I INVESTOR LLC 523000 -79,053      
lK-1 MONTICELLO INVESTOR LLC 523000 -76,872      
mK1 FORTRESS SPECIAL OPPTY ASP FUND 523000 11,744      
12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e) .. -87,503 1,091,018 0
13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
13
1,003,515
(See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
Part XV-B
Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
Line No.
DownArrow 		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XV-A contributed importantly to
the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
instructions.)
Form 990-PF (2023)
Form 990-PF (2023)
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Part XVI
Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
1
Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
Yes
No
a
Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
(1) Cash...................................
1a(1)
 
No
(2) Other assets.................................
1a(2)
 
No
b
Other transactions:
(1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
1b(1)
 
No
(2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
1b(2)
 
No
(3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
1b(3)
 
No
(4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
1b(4)
 
No
(5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
1b(5)
 
No
(6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
1b(6)
 
No
c
Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
1c
 
No
d
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.
(a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
2a
Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527? ...........
b
If "Yes," complete the following schedule.

(a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
Sign Here
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
right arrow right arrow
May the IRS discuss this return
with the preparer shown below?
See instructions.
Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
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TY 2023 InvestmentsCorpStockSchedule
Name:
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
EIN:
63-1198327
Name of Stock End of Year Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
INVESTMENTS HELD - TD AMERITRADE 2,630,745 3,519,756
INVESTMENTS HELD - VULCAN VALUE PARTNERS LLC 2,935,866 3,839,776
INVESTMENTS HELD - RAYMOND JAMES 1,038,948 1,028,287

TY 2023 InvestmentsOtherSchedule2
Name:
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
EIN:
63-1198327
Category/ Item Listed at Cost or FMV Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
INVESTMENT IN GRAHAM CAPITAL FUND I AT COST 322,918 600,000
INVESTMENT IN INDEPENDENCE PLAZA PARTNERS AT COST 163,795 400,000
INVESTMENT IN MAXEX LLC AT COST 247,297 50,000
INVESTMENTS HELD - WELLS FARGO AT COST 796,783 782,108
INVESTMENT IN BIRMINGHAM FINANCIAL CENTER LLC AT COST 88,758 350,000
INVESTMENT IN CRAYHILL PRINCIPAL STRATEGIES PARALLEL FD AT COST 339,706 281,312
INVESTMENT IN STERLING REAL ESTATE FUND II LP AT COST 153,699 400,000
INVESTMENT IN CG LAKE MARY LLC AT COST 303,662 316,162
INVESTMENT IN FORAGER FUND LP AT COST 492,884 637,821
INVESTMENT IN BROOKWOOD CENTER BW LLC AT COST 317,605 366,000
INVESTMENT IN JAX WESTSIDE BW LLC AT COST 82,125 250,000
INVESTMENT IN MAGMA VIKING DFW I INVESTOR LLC AT COST 175,170 343,821
INVESTMENT IN STONERIVER INVESTMENT FUND II AT COST 283,620 440,365
INVESTMENT IN BROOMFIELD BW LLC AT COST 250,959 250,000

TY 2023 OtherExpensesSchedule
Name:
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
EIN:
63-1198327
Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
ADVISORY FEES 39,996 0   39,996
BANK CHARGES 255 0   255
OFFICE EXPENSES 2,437 1,218   1,218
NET RENTAL LOSS 3,901 3,901   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 23,397 23,397   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 5,447 5,447   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 10,552 10,552   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 15,603 15,603   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 3,187 3,187   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 6,794 6,794   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 537 537   0
NET RENTAL LOSS 2,142 2,142   0


TY 2023 OtherIncomeSchedule2
Name:
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
EIN:
63-1198327
Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
K1 OTHER PORTFOLIO INCOME 28,793 28,793 28,793
K1 FORAGER FUND -289 -289 -289
K1 FOUR MILE COVE 149,543 149,543 149,543
K1 GRAHAM CAPITAL FUND I LLC -23,709   -23,709
K1 STERLING REAL ESTATE FUND II LP -7,171   -7,171
K1 STERLING SELF STORAGE FUND IV LP 63,920   63,920
K1 STONERIVER INVESTMENT FUND II LLC 43,999   43,999
K1 FORTRESS SPECIAL OPPTY ASP FUND 21,887 21,887 21,887
K-1 BIRMINGHAM FINANCIAL CENTER -20,361   -20,361
K-1 MAGMA VIDING DFW I INVESTOR LLC -79,053   -79,053
K-1 MONTICELLO INVESTOR LLC -76,872   -76,872
K1 FORTRESS SPECIAL OPPTY ASP FUND 11,744   11,744


TY 2023 OtherLiabilitiesSchedule
Name:
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
EIN:
63-1198327
Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value
DEFICIT CAPITAL FOUR MILE COVE HOLDING LLC 2,473,870 2,324,334
DEFICIT CAPITAL STERLING ELEVATION 3505 LLC 55,742 75,276
DEFICIT CAPITAL STERLING SELF STORAGE III LP 254,009 244,969
DEFICIT CAPITAL STERLING SELF STORAGE FUND IV 37,215 47,295
DEFICIT CAPITAL MONTICELLO INVESTOR LLC 0 44,146
DEFICIT CAPITAL MUNTERS BW LLC 0 558


TY 2023 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
Name:
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
EIN:
63-1198327
Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT FEES & EXPENSE 216,548 216,548   0
K-1 PORTFOLIO DEDUCTIONS 58,706 58,706   0


TY 2023 TaxesSchedule
Name:
BETTER PLACE FOUNDATION
EIN:
63-1198327
Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
FOREIGN TAXES FROM K1S 588 588   0
FOREIGN TAXES FROM RAYMOND JAMES 169 169   0