Community Concepts Incorporated

“The Organization's Head Start Policy Council provides input on decisions by the Board of Directors relating to the Head Start Program. Additionally, the selection of the Organization's Head Start Director is subject to approval by the regional Head Start office.”

“The Form 990 was prepared by the Organization's public accountant and reviewed by the Organization's finance committee, and then provided to the Board of Directors prior to submission.”

“The conflict of interest policy is monitored for compliance by multiple funding sources during their reviews of the Agency and also self-monitored by the Board of Directors. All employees occupy a position of trust with Community Concepts and, as a result, have a duty of loyalty to the Agency, both during and after the employment relationship. Employees are required to avoid any relationship or activity that might create or give the appearance of a conflict between their personal or family interests and the interests of the Agency. A "conflict of interest" occurs when an individual's private interest interferes or appears to interfere with the interests of the Agency. A conflict of interest can arise when a director, officer or employee takes actions or has interests that may make it difficult to perform his or her Agency work objectively and effectively. Employees must disclose any relationship that appears to create a conflict of interest to the Director of Human Resources or the CEO. Employees must also obtain written pre-approval before proceeding with any transaction, conduct or investment that creates or appears to create a conflict of interest.”

“The compensation of the CEO is determined by the Board of Directors based on comparable salary studies for the non-profit industry. The compensation for the CFO and COO is determined by the CEO based on comparable salary information of other non-profits.”

“The Organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available upon request.”

“Consultants: Program service expenses 487,059. Management and general expenses 88,395. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 575,454. Human Resources Services: Program service expenses 534,865. Management and general expenses 47,655. Fundraising expenses 2,655. Total expenses 585,175.”

“Section 1.263(a)-3(n) Election: Community Concepts, Inc. 240 Bates Street Lewiston, ME 04240 EIN: 01-0424969 Community Concepts, Inc. is electing to capitalize repair and maintenance costs under Regulation Section 1.263(a)-3(n).”