Autism Foundation of the Carolinas

“The board of directors, by resolution adopted by a majority of the total number of directors then in office, may designate an executive committee that shall have and may exercise the authority of the board of director in the management of the organization except as expressly prohibited by law, or may advise the board of directors as to one or more areas of operation of the organization.”

“The return was prepared by an independent accountant with assistance and oversight by members of the governing body. Upon completion and review, the return was provided to each voting board member prior to subsmission to the irs.”

“The bylaws of the organization prohibit neither the organization nor a director to engage in a conflict of interest transaction except as permitted by state or other appropriate law. Directors are not allowed to participate in the selection of proposals where a conflict appears to exist. The conflict of interest policy is reviewed annually by the board of directors and considered prior to each significant discussion or vote.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available upon request by contacting the organization's administrative office.”

“University autism outreach program: connects local college students at seven major academic institutions who want experience in autism with local families who need help. - this program serves students in spring, fall, and summer semesters. Students work with children in the home, at school,and within our programs. Students also get extra hours working at four special needs schools we partner with for this purpose. University partners: davidson, uncc, queens, cpcc, johnson c. Smith, winthrop, and wingate. Future plans include developing and maintaining a new relationship with belmont abbey and gaston community college, and to continue to explore ways to increase our capacity to serve to the latino community.”