Jackie Robinson Foundation Inc.

“Rachel Robinson, founder of the Jackie Robinson Foundation and a member of the JRF Board of Directors is the mother of JRF Board Members Sharon Robinson (Vice Chairperson) and David Robinson.”

“Management works with the auditors to prepare a draft of the audited financial statements and the 990. The prepared drafts are submitted to the Audit Committee, who work with the independent auditors and tax preparers reviews the document. Any additions and corrections are made, and a revised draft is distributed in whole, via mail or digital (as requested) to each board member as part of their board book materials for the Fall meeting. During the fall board meeting, during the Audit Committee's presentation, members may ask questions or offer corrections. A vote is then taken in which members acknowledge that they have reviewed and approved the document.”

“Each member of the JRF Board of Directors and staff receives a copy of the Conflict of Interest policy and a Disclosure and Certification form. The form asks each person to certify that: (1) they have received and read the policy; (2) have agreed to comply with the policy; and (3) understand that as a charitable organization and in order to maintain its federal exemption, JRF must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its exempt purposes and will not engage in activities or transactions that provide impermissible benefits to individuals or entities. Further, the form requires each person to: (1) certify that he or she has no actual or possible conflict and (2) describe any relationships, transactions or circumstances that could result in a conflict between JRF's interests and his or her personal or financial interests. To aid in this discovery, respondents are provided a master listing of all JRF sponsors, vendors and staff to cross reference their activities. Any cited conflicts are disclosed at the Board of Directors' Annual Meeting. Conflicts are also made known to JRF's auditors and where appropriate, disclosed in the notes of JRF's annual audit.”

“The CEO's salary was set via contract by the Executive Committee of the JRF Board of Directors in 2004 upon hiring. The COO provides the Chairman of the Board a report annually which shows the salaries of comparable executives based on 990 filings and the non-profit executive report which is issued each year. Increases in the CEO's salary are conveyed to the staff by the Chairman of the Board of Directors following a performance review by the Executive Committee. The CEO's last wage increase was in 2011. Compensation for the JRF Founder was set in 1995 by the Executive Committee of the JRF Board of Directors. The Founder's last wage increase was in 2010.”

“The organization's governing documents: articles of incorporation, by-laws and conflict of interest policy are available at the Foundation's headquarters upon request. JRF's Forms 990 and audited financial statements are available on its website www.jackierobinson.org and at Guidestar.org.”

“JRF provides tuition assistance, mentoring training, personal development as well as career development to college students.”

“Volunteers are essential to the success of the Jackie Robinson Foundation. More than 200 individuals from across the country assist JRF in its mission to assist deserving minority students. In addition to serving on JRF's Board of Directors, volunteers are mentors, members of JRF's Conference faculty, staff JRF's event and regional activities and as work as office assistants.”

“The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides college and graduate school scholarships as well as leadership development opportunities for students of color with strong capabilities but limited financial resources. The Foundation is distinctive for the depth of its mentoring program, which results in a nearly 100% graduation rate among its student constituents. The Foundation also strives to ensure that Jackie Robinson's commitment to social justice will be carried forth in the lives of these young people as they assume leadership roles throughout society.”