Creative Arts Workshops for Kids Inc

“The Form 990 is reviewed by the Board of Directors before it is filed.”

“The Organization provides to all directors a copy of its Conflict of Interest Policy and each year, including FY25, obtains from each director a completed executed Annual Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement. Annual compliance with such policy is then monitored by the Board President. If potential conflicts are reported, these are reviewed with the Executive Committee and, if further action is suggested, brought to the full Board for consideration.”

“Compensation of the Executive Director and the Board President is reviewed by the Executive Committee consisting of the officers of the Organization - based on such individuals achievements, the overall Organizations performance, and related supporting market data. Final compensation is approved by the Board in accordance with its approval of the Organizations operating budget. Other staff compensation is determined solely by the Executive Director, provided such costs are in accordance with the approved budget; any such variance from budgeted costs may be approved by the Executive Committee provided there is no material adverse change to operating performance.”

“The Form 990 is circulated to all staff and board members, posted publicly on the organizations website, and made available to the public upon request.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and other financial statements are posted publicly on the organizations website, and made available to the public upon request.”

“Fundraising Event: Annual Benefit for KidsGross Receipts = $1,297,810.60 Less: (Charitable Contributions) = $1,221,109.59 Gross Revenue = $76,701.01Other Direct Expenses = $86,427.22 Net Income Summary = -$9,726.21”

“. Continuation of Part III 4a:Through these programs, students developed digital art and design skills while creating artwork inspired by social issues that affect their own lives. At the culmination of each program, YAs publicly presented their process and finished work to a wide array of stakeholders, including elected and city and state agency officials, community members, family, and friends. After meaningful interactions with each other and numerous creative professionals, our YAs were empowered by the skills they learned, their personal and professional development, the enduring accomplishment of their artwork, and its positive impact on the community.. Continuation of Part III 4b:Curricula were designed in keeping with the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts and the New York City Blueprint for Teaching and Learning in the Arts as well as the guidelines of Creative Youth Development.. Continuation of Part III 4c:Programs were further tailored to enhance school engagement and attendance, outcomes for English Language Learners, and to provide representation and cross-cultural communication, especially in school communities with many of our newest New Yorkers. Students exhibited and celebrated their work during culminating events with an invited audience of peers, teachers, family, and CAW staff.”