Ef Intercultural Foundation Inc

“The foundation does not have any committees. Due to the size of the board (2 members), all directors and officers are involved in all foundation decisions.”

“The foundation's treasurer and clerk present a draft of the form 990 to the board, which is prepared by the foundation's independent accountants. Any resultant comments and changes are then incorporated into the form 990 by the independent accountants. A final version of the form 990 is provided to each member of the board of directors prior to its filing with the irs.”

“All officers and directors of the foundation are required to file a statement on an annual basis disclosing any potential interests that could give rise to conflicts. These statements are completed at the beginning of each fiscal year and are evaluated by the officers of the foundation. Individuals with potential conflicts of interest are prohibited from participating in any deliberations or decisions that may be effected by a potential conflict of interest.”

“Compensation for top officials is based upon approval by the board of directors. For other key employees and officers, compensation is based upon a fixed sum agreed upon at the time of employment. This sum reflects an employee's level of experience and expertise when (s)he joins the foundation. Salaries are strictly confidential and negotiated individually.”

“The foundation's audited financial statements are available to the public via the websites of certain state regulatory agencies as well as upon request. The foundation's governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available to the public upon request.”

“Under an agreement with ef education first, ltd., the foundation is compensated for operating and administering educational and cultural exchange programs within the united states. Ef education first, ltd. Reimbursed the foundation for all production costs and other approved expenditures incurred. For the years ended september 30, 2018 and 2017, the amount of these costs totaled $5,418,288 and $5,476,511, respectively, and are included in program fee revenue on form 990, part viii. Amounts due from affiliated companies at september 30, 2018 and 2017 totaled $196,311 and $115,234, and are included in other assets on form 990, part x. Interest income recognized relative to the balances from to affiliated companies totaled $1,191 for the year ended september 30, 2018. The foundation leases its primary office space in cambridge, massachusetts from efekta house, inc. The original lease was entered into december 1, 2014 and was amended on january 1, 2016 and on october 1, 2017. The amended lease calls for annual rent of $155,625 and expires on september 30, 2022. Rent expense for office space paid to efekta house, inc. Totaled $155,625 and $120,350 in 2018 and 2017, respectively and are included in occupancy expenses on form 990, part ix.”