The IAABO Charitable & Education Foundation, Inc. was established in 1982 with the principle objective of supporting IAABO Inc. in the instruction and education of individuals of all ages in the various facets of basketball officiating. Their emphasis is to support the training of individuals that are looking to become IAABO members, as well as to assist current IAABO members looking to increase their skill level in basketball officiating through completion of attendance at a certified IAABO school. The Foundation is a registered, nonprofit corporation operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S Internal Revenue Code. The Foundation accepts donations and grants to help support their initiatives.