Sit Stay Read Inc.

“Amendments to the bylaws during 2018 include: 1. The purpose of the organization was changed to "advance children's literacy skills using an engaging curriculum, certified dogs, and dedicated volunteers". 2. The maximum number of directors was changed from 16 to 17. 3. The term of each director was modified so that each director shall run from the date the director is elected by the board through the annual meeting, two calendar years thereafter. The board shall make reasonable efforts to stagger the terms of directors so that approximately one half of the directors shall be elected or reelected each year. 4. Signature and acceptance by directors may be indicated via email communication. 5. All officers shall be granted access to the books and records of the corporation upon their appointment. 6. Attendance by teleconference shall constitute presence for purposes of determining a quorum. 7. The bylaws now incorporate the records retention, conflict of interest, adn whistleblower policies.”

“Form 990 will be emailed to all board members for review, questions, and comments. The form will also be discussed and approved at a board meeting prior to filing.”

“The organization has a written conflict of interest policy that requires officers, directors, or members of a committee with powers delegated by the board of directors to disclose interests that could give rise to conflicts. If an actual or potential conflict occurs, the interested person must promptly describe the matter or conflict to the board of directors.”

“Compensation of the organization's executive director is reviewed and approved annually by the board of directors as part of the budget and approval process. A formal comparability salary review was performed during 2016 in anticipation of hiring a new executive director. Comparability data from the donor's forum, executive service corps, and laurus, a not-for-profit consulting group, was also utilized.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request.”

“The organization's financial statements were audited on a separate basis. The treasurer, executive director, finance committee, and board of directors assume responsibility for review oversight and selection of independent auditor.”