Mercy Connections Inc

“A draft copy of form 990 is reviewed by management and finance committee. A copy of the reviewed form 990 is provided to the board before it is filed with the irs.”

“Each year, the board is asked to review the conflict of interest policy and disclose any conflicts of interest. If any board member has a conflict, they would refrain from voting on that specific matter.”

“Board of trustees approves executive director's compensation.”

“Governing documents are made available to the public upon request.”

“Mercy connections is an educational values-driven non-profit organization living the legacy of the sisters of mercy, with an enduring concern for women. By compassionately nurturing self-sufficiency through education, mentoring, entrepreneurship and community, people are empowered to make significant life changes.”

“Mercy connections, inc. Has elected to voluntarily file a form 990.”

“Mercy connections exists as a direct result of the 75-year history of trinity college and the sisters of mercy, when they closed the college in 2000. It began in 2001 to preserve the social justice mission of trinity college and increase access to educational resources for the most underserved populations of vermont. Mercy connections' mission is to promote self-sufficiency by empowering people to make significant life changes through education, mentoring, entrepreneurship and community. Mercy connections operates three well- established, robust program areas, which serve 400 people annually. These include: the women's small business program (wsbp) is a trailblazer and leader in preparing women entrepreneurs to launch and operate their own businesses. Vermont justice and mentoring program matches trained women volunteers (mentors) with women involved in the corrections system (mentees) and provides resources, support and social capital to women trying to reclaim their lives after incarceration. Education & transition programs (e&t) offers a portfolio of in-depth education classes, tutoring, support groups and a weekly community lunch for women and men seeking a safe, welcoming place to work on their goals, sense of purpose, and possibly most importantly, build connections with others. These programs are supported with evidence-based, adult education and social justice practices that meet people where they are and empower them to move forward. We welcome people who are marginalized and often isolated and adhere to the premise that every person, regardless of life circumstances, deserves dignity, compassion and the opportunity to pursue personal aspirations within a supportive community.”