Frequently Asked Questions 

What is Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAM FI)?  
What are BAM FI's objectives?  
What should I do if my love one becomes missing?  
How long will it take to profile my loved one on the BAM FI website?  
Will my loved one be profiled on national television and/or any other media outlets?  
What is the charge to profile my loved one on the BAM FI website?  
How will my loved one be profiled on the BAM FI website?  

What is Black and Missing Foundation, Inc. (BAM FI)?

BAM FI is an organization whose sole purpose is to increase the awareness of missing persons of color.

What are BAM FI's objectives?

• Expand public awareness of missing persons of color.
• Increase the number of missing persons of color featured in the media.
• Increase the number of individuals reunited with their loved ones.

What should I do if my loved one becomes missing?

Please click here to view our Missing Person's Checklist.

How long will it take to profile my loved one on the BAM FI website? 

Time is of the essence. BAM FI will verify the information and upload the profile within 12 hours.

Will my loved one be profiled on national television and/or any other media outlets?

BAM FI will utilize a broad range of direct advertising techniques to generate widespread knowledge of its commitment to the safe return of missing persons. It will include website, ads in print publications geared toward the minority community, banner advertisements on social networking websites, brochures, flyers, television, and radio.

What is the charge to profile my loved one on the BAM FI website?

There is no charge. It is absolutely FREE!

How will my loved one be profiled on the BAM FI website?

BAM FI has developed an automated technology database that allows photos to rotate on the "Home Page." BAM FI will also feature a missing person on the "Home Page" and social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter and  YouTube.