Foundation for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

“The board members are elected from a list of nominees presented by the nominating committee and approved by the full board of directors of the foundaiton of pm&r. The american academy of pm&r's board of governors has veto power but can not elect any officers.”

“The aapm&r board of governors has the authority to approve/veto any proposed changes to the foundation for pm&r's bylaws. The aapm&r board of governors also has veto power over nominations to the foundation for pm&r's board of directors.”

“The executive director of the foundation for the organization reviews, signs, and certifies that the form 990 is accurate and complete prior to filing. Additionally, the treasurer of the foundation also reviews a copy of the form 990 as he reviews and signs the illinois charitable organization annual report (ag990-il)”

“Annually, all board members, and senior staff complete a conflict of interest form, which is required to be signed by the respective individual. At each board meeting, disclosure forms from each board and senior staff member are included in the agenda. At the start of the meeting, the president reminds everyone of their obligation to disclose any conflicts that may arise during the course of the meeting so the board can determine whether that member can participate in the discussion and whether he or she must abstain from voting on an issue that is deemed to be of conflict.”

“Compensation for the executive director of the foundation is determined by the board of directors who utilize an annual review process, benchmark data and total annual approved compensation budget to determine appropriate percentage increases to compensation.”

“The organization does not make, nor is there any requirement to make its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, or financial statements available to the public.”

“Other consulting services: program service expenses 4,356. Management and general expenses 1,752. Fundraising expenses 389. Total expenses 6,497. Americans with disabilities program consulting: program service expenses 52,500. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 52,500.”

“The organization's audit committee assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant. This process has not changed from the prior year.”