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Brian Bares transfers RAVE shares to family foundation but keeps voting power

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SCHEDULE 13G

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

RAVE Restaurant Group disclosed that Brian T. Bares transferred record title to 1,388,715 shares of common stock to the Bares Family Foundation, Inc., while retaining voting and dispositive power. The shares represent approximately 9.8% (reported as 9.77%) of the outstanding class. Both Mr. Bares and the Foundation are listed as reporting persons; Mr. Bares signs for himself and as Director of the Foundation. The filing states the transfer does not change Mr. Bares ontrol over the shares and that purchases or sales may occur in the future depending on market conditions.

Positive

  • Continued centralized control: Mr. Bares retains voting and dispositive power over the 1,388,715 shares
  • Regulatory compliance: Ownership change and status disclosed on Schedule 13G with detailed figures
  • Clear ownership percentage: Stake reported as approximately 9.8% of the class

Negative

  • Concentrated ownership: A single individual/foundation controls ~9.8% of shares, which represents a material minority stake
  • Potential future trading: Filing states Reporting Persons may buy or sell additional shares, introducing possible future ownership changes

Insights

TL;DR: Beneficial ownership transferred to a foundation while the individual retains voting and dispositive control; holding equals ~9.8% of the class.

The filing documents a record transfer of 1,388,715 shares from Brian T. Bares to the Bares Family Foundation, Inc., with Mr. Bares retaining both voting and dispositive powers. The disclosed stake of ~9.8% is above the 5% reporting threshold, making this a material ownership disclosure but not indicative of an immediate change in control because voting authority remains unchanged. The filing is presented on Schedule 13G, consistent with a passive reporting posture although the retained control over votes and disposition is explicitly noted.

TL;DR: Transfer to a family foundation changes record ownership but maintains same decision-maker, preserving continuity in governance influence.

The statement clarifies that record ownership moved to a Texas charitable foundation while Mr. Bares continues to exercise voting and disposition rights. From a governance perspective, the practical effect is continuity of influence despite the nominal owner change. The filing also confirms the Reporting Personsligibility to use Schedule 13G rather than a Schedule 13D amendment, and notes potential future trading activity depending on market factors.






Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)






SCHEDULE 13G





SCHEDULE 13G




Comment for Type of Reporting Person: Explanatory Note: On August, 29, 2025, Brian T. Bares (the Initial Filer) transferred record ownership in 1,388,715 shares of the Issuers common stock (the Shares) to the Bares Family Foundation, Inc., (the New Filer) with the Initial Filer retaining voting and dispositive power over the Shares. Notwithstanding the change in record ownership, Mr. Bares continues to hold voting and dispositive power over the Shares. The Reporting Persons may purchase or sell additional shares from time to time depending upon price, market conditions, availability of funds, evaluation of other investment opportunities, and other factors. The Reporting Persons are disclosing ownership in the Issuer on Schedule 13G rather than an amendment to the Initial Filers Schedule 13D, filed with the Commission on September 15, 2017 (the Initial Filing), as the Reporting Persons are eligible as of this date to report ownership on Schedule 13G and the Initial Filer was eligible at the time of the Initial Filing to report his ownership on Schedule 13G, notwithstanding the fact that the Initial Filing was made on Schedule 13D.


SCHEDULE 13G



Bares Brian Timothy
Signature:Brian T. Bares
Name/Title:Individual
Date:09/15/2025
Bares Family Foundation, Inc.
Signature:Brian T. Bares
Name/Title:Director
Date:09/15/2025

FAQ

What did the Schedule 13G filed for RAVE (RAVE) disclose?

The filing discloses that 1,388,715 shares were transferred to the Bares Family Foundation, Inc., with Brian T. Bares retaining voting and dispositive power.

What percentage of RAVE does the reported stake represent?

The reported aggregate amount represents approximately 9.77% to 9.8% of RAVE ommon stock.

Who are the reporting persons on the filing?

The reporting persons are Brian T. Bares and Bares Family Foundation, Inc., with the same principal business address listed.

Does the filing indicate a change in who controls the shares?

No. Although record ownership transferred to the Foundation on August 29, 2025, the filing states Mr. Bares retains voting and dispositive power.

When was the Schedule 13G signed?

Signatures for both the individual and the Foundation were dated 09/15/2025.