Our mission is to teach, enjoy, preserve, and promote barbeque as a true American food. Through the generous support of our members and the barbeque community, proceeds from our events directly support national and local charitable organizations. The California BBQ Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered with the State of California. Verification can be found here by searching “CALIFORNIA BARBEQUE ASSOCIATION, INC.”. Learn more about the organizations and charities we support here.