Arthritis Foundation New England Region Inc

“Prior to filing the 2013 Form 990 with the IRS, the Region's executive officer, key accounting personnel and officers of the Board of Directors received a copy of the Region's Form 990 electronically. Each individually reviewed the Form (including schedules) and submitted questions or comments to management as deemed necessary. Questions and comments were resolved appropriately to the satisfaction of the Region's executive officer, key accounting personnel and officers of the Board of Directors. The Form 990 (including schedules) was then approved by the Officers of the Board of Directors. Once the Form 990 was finalized and approved by the Officers of the Board of Directors a copy of the final Form 990 (including schedules), was provided to each voting member of the Region's Board of Directors. Where possible, the form was provided electronically. When necessary, the form was provided in paper form. Ten business days were provided for resolving questions and comments before filing the final Form 990 with the IRS.”

“At least annually, all employees must sign a Conflict of Interest disclosure form. All volunteer positions such as nominees for Board, Council, Committee and ad hoc task force positions shall complete a conflict of interest disclosure form annually and prior to initial appointment to serve in these various positions. If potential conflicts exist as to Arthritis Foundation Staff, the appropriate management and/or the Human Resources department shall address them.”

“Work performance and salary are reviewed annually by the employee's supervisor in collaboration with the President and/or Board of Trustees. Increases, within the salary range, are granted to those whose performance merits an increase. Increases are not automatic. Additional responsibility carried, competence on the job, including attendance, punctuality, ability to meet assigned deadlines, ability to get along with fellow workers, and length of service are among the factors considered in granting increases.”

“The organization makes public the majority of its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements via the National Office's website at www.arthritis.org. All other documents not readily avialible via this website are available upon request.”

“Unrealized gain on beneficial interest in perpetual trust 237,939. Loss on uncollectible pledges -19,285.”