Westminster Kennel Club

“Pursuant to the bylaws of wkc, wkc was established as a membership organization.”

“The members of wkc have the power to elect the governing body at the annual meeting.”

“The form 990 is reviewed by the finance committee of wkc. The form 990 is made available to the entire governing body prior to submission with the internal revenue service.”

“Each member of the board of governors must annually sign a conflict of interest statement and disclose all requested information about potential conflicts of interest. Board members who have been identified as having a conflict are asked to recuse themselves from the board or board committee meeting while issues that gave rise to the conflict are discussed. The minutes of the board or relevant committee shall contain the name of the person who disclosed or otherwise was found to have a financial interest in connection with a transaction or arrangement, the nature of the financial interest, any action taken to determine whether a conflict of interest was present, and the board's or committee's decision as to whether a conflict of interest in fact existed. In addition, the minutes of the board or the committee shall also contain the name of the persons who were present for the discussions and votes relating to the proposed transaction or arrangement, the factual basis for the board's or committee's determination that the ultimate transaction was fair and reasonable and in the best interest of wkc, and a record of votes taken in connection with the proceedings.”

“The president of the board approves the compensation of all employees. Compensation is based upon salaries of similar organization in the market area. This information is documented in the minutes of the board meeting.”

“Wkc's governing documents and financial statements are made available to the public upon request.”

“The westminster kennel club (the "club") was incorporated december 15, 1877. The club was established for the following purposes: to purchase, collect, own, hire, sell, exhibit, board, breed and train dogs. To build, establish, own, furnish, and maintain the kennels necessary for such purposes. Study and improve the breed of dogs. To propagate and protect game. The club was established with a view to increase the interest in dogs, improve the breeds, and to hold an annual dog show in the city of new york.”

“The westminster kennel club was founded in 1877 in the city of ny. The club's by-laws indicate that its objective is to increase the interest in dogs, improve breeds, and to hold an annual show in ny. The dog show is the primary activity of the club. It is a sporting event that is held over 3 days each year at piers 92/94 as we; as msg. Wkc hosts over 3,000 dogs, their owners handlers, club members and over 30,000 spectators whose common interest is the study and promotion of responsible ownership.”

“Entry fees: program service expenses 42,907. Management and general expenses 4,563. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 47,470. Event expenses: program service expenses 676,333. Management and general expenses 71,929. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 748,262. Masters agility champ costs: program service expenses 5,390. Management and general expenses 573. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 5,963. Merchandise labor fees: program service expenses 31,807. Management and general expenses 3,383. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 35,190. Show costs: program service expenses 3,594,928. Management and general expenses 382,327. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 3,977,255. Masters obedience champ costs: program service expenses 849. Management and general expenses 89. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 938.”