Dunbar Association Inc.

“Management reviewed the form 990 prior to its filing and will provide a copy of the form 990 to the board of directors after its filing.”

“In board and staff meetings, policies and procedures are discussed. Any new employees or members are given the policies.”

“The board of directors approve the executive director's salary as well as all other staff compensation. The board has extensive experience in the business and not-for-profit worlds and they know how to research executive salaries from other agencies of common size.”

“Governing documents, the conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available upon request.”

“Dunbar is one of the few settlement houses still in operation. In 1918, barber jimmy lagrin conceived an idea to provide recreational activities for black youth and, under the auspices of the ame zion church, created a recreational program. Lagrin became acquainted with black students attending syracuse university that were active in a literary group called the paul lawrence dunbar society. Using the settlement house model, lagrin enlisted the aid of miss lucia knowles along with mrs. Frederick hazard and her sister, mrs. Walrer burlingame. The three of them were members of the commonwealth club, an influential business group. Due to the su students' interest in poet paul lawrence dunbar's work, a black community center was born...dunbar. Incorporated in 1932, dunbar has served many functions throughout its history, and continues to serve as a beacon of hope. For instance, in the past due to segregation, the agency filled the gaps created by the color line and served as a training and employment center during wwii. Staff and volunteers worked to increase housing opportunities in syracuse. In the 1950s during the polio crisis, dunbar played a vital role in helping to improve the health status of the community. Dunbar continues to offer programs that strengthen families, seniors, and youth. Dunbar provides a safe place for community members of all ages and backgrounds to come together to share, learn, and grow as we celebrate dunbar's 100th year and beyond.”