Bill Glass Behind the Walls was created by former NFL player Bill Glass in 1969. Known for his honesty and skill as a public speaker before founding the organization, Glass often connected his experience as a professional athlete to his Christian faith. Glass brought his message to prison inmates at the suggestion of friends and colleagues, in spite of his own fears of fitting in with them. Once he began his speaking engagements, however, he saw the humanity in the attendees and their receptiveness to his teachings.
BGBTW offers many ways for donors to contribute to their cause. Besides a traditional, one time donation, interested parties can link online shopping sites that award rewards points, like Amazon, or airline loyalty programs that award miles. Donors can also opt in to the LegacyNowLater program, where donors pledge to donate a certain sum, given over the course of five years, at a frequency of their choosing.