Prudence Crandall Center Inc.

“In september of 2015, the board of directors approved revisions to the organization's bylaws. Many of the changes are minor. Changes made were to add clarifying language, consistent terminology throughout and to align with best practices in order for the organization to operate as efficiently as possible. For example, a change was made to clarify what constitues a quorom of board members is to be based on the number of directors in office at the time of the meeting/vote. The bylaws also simplified the requirement for a majority from 2/3 to a simple majority when a simple majority is allowed by law. The bylaws clarified the duties in the case of a vacancy in the executive director position. The bylaw language was also aligned with the organization's conflict of interest policy and process.”

“A copy of form 990 is provided to the board of directors for review prior to filing.”

“The conflict of interest policy and the annual disclosures of interests that could give rise to conflicts are reviewed annually by the board of directors.”

“The compensation process for the executive director was determined by the board of directors who review the compensation annually. The board consists of individuals with strong business experience as well as experience with other not-for-profit organizations.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“Prudence crandall center, inc. (the organization) is a nonprofit organization formed for the purpose of providing comprehensive prevention and intervention services for women, children and men affected by domestic violence. Established in 1973, the organization is the oldest domestic violence program in connecticut. In 1975, the organization opened the first shelter for battered women in the state. In 2009, the organization opened rose hill, a fully-renovated, state-of-art residential facility, home to its newly added transitional and permanent supportive housing programs. Today, the organization is one of the few programs in the country to offer the full spectrum of shelter, housing, and support services needed to meet the complex needs of victims of domestic violence, to promote safe, self-sufficient and independent lives, free of violence. Through all of its programs, the organization touches the lives of over 8,000 individuals annually throughout the region and state.”

“Up to two years while receiving on-site case management and support services needed to achieve self-sufficiency and independence, including: counseling, support groups, parenting and budgeting workshops, career competencies trainings and job search assistance.”

“Family counseling, children's support groups, recreational and arts programs, school and educational services advocacy, prevention education, information and referrals. Individual counseling, support groups and workshops for adults and children are offered to all residents of the region through our new britain and bristol offices, helping individuals impacted by domestic violence develop safety plans, healthy relationships, and networks of community support.”

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