Oral Health Kansas Inc

“The organization was by stakeholders in 2003.”

“The board elects members.”

“Kansas dental association and kansas dental hygienists' association have the right to appoint members.”

“The finance committee reviews the form 990 and makes a recommendation for approval to the board of directors prior to submitting the form. The finance committee and the other board members have an opportunity to ask questions, make comments, and provide input prior to the filing of the form.”

“Directors, officers, and employees are required to complete a conflict of interest disclosure statement in which they disclose any ownership or investment interest in an entity which has a transaction or arrangement with the organization or competes with the organization.”

“The board of directors review and approve the salary of the executive director. The salary decision has always involved a consideration of market salaries via a review of salary surveys. The salary deliberation process and decision is recorded in the board minutes.”

“All public documents, including minutes of the board of directors meetings, financial statements, forms 990, by-laws and policy manual, and articles of incorporation are available for inspection at the organization's office by members of the puclic upon request. Notice of such availability is on the organization website.”

“Maintain a successful statewide coalition to provide advocacy, public awareness and education related to oral health in kansas. Appoint and oversee committees in strategic areas of interest, such as advocacy, early childhood, and dental care for people with disabilities. Advocate for policy change to improve access to dental care for low-income and underserved kansans, including medicaid policy and rates. Implement and support a leadership program with the goal of developing a statewide network of dental champions that promote a progressive vision of oral health improvement in kansas, including oral health improvement at the local, regional and state levels. Develop and implement programs that promote system-level changes that facilitate access to oral health care, including forming and supporting community coalitions. Provide oral health education for home visitors who work with pregnant women and families of young children. Work with school disricts across the state to identify policy and practice barriers and implement solutions. Develop and promote consumer educational resources, including a sugary drink display for use by schools, health departments, libraries, and clinics across the state to show the sugar content of popular beverages. Develop and promote educational programs and resources for people with disabilities to understand how to take care of their oral health.”

“Members of the board serve on a volunteer basis.”

“Oral health kansas is dedicated to promoting the importance of lifelong dental health by shaping policy and educating the public.”

“Professional development 795 0 0 consultation fees 58,952 13,770 280 dues & subscriptions 3,784 2,356 48 discretionary 0 459 9 dental training supplies 2,214 201 4 training 800 2,120 43 bank fees 152 17 0 total 66,697 18,923 384”