Red River Childrens Advocacy Center

“The Red River Children's Advocacy Center has an Executive Committee that has the authority to act on behalf of the board in managing the affairs of the corporation during the intervals between meetings of the board. The Executive Committee consists of the President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and the member-at-large.”

“The bylaws were amended during the year. Significant changes include: -The number of board members were updated to be not more than eleven or less than seven members. -One-half plus one of all members of the Board of Directors must be present at a duly-called meeting to constitute a quorum. -Essential Component E in the NCA National Standards Manual the CAC has, and demonstrates compliance with, written screening policies for staff, board members and volunteers that include national criminal background, sex offender registration, and child abuse registry checks, and it provides training and supervision to staff and on-site and/or ongoing volunteers. In discussion with its Board and MDT, a CAC must determine what is a disqualifying finding in a background check. Board members must complete these requirements within 45 days of their term. It is imperative that board members meet this deadline for accreditation guidelines and ensure the RRCAC is in compliance with the Victims Of Crime Act (VOCA) requirements to continue to receive funding.”

“A copy of the completed Form 990 is provided to each Board Member for review prior to filing. The Executive Director reviews the Form 990.”

“Board Members and staff complete an annual request to identify and document any conflicts of interest. Employee conflicts of interest are reviewed by the Executive Director and/or the Board Chair. Board Members with conflicts of interest shall recuse themselves from any and all Board actions involving the conflicting transaction. Employees with conflicts of interest are addressed on a case by case basis.”

“The Board reviews compensation annually and documents results in the minutes. Several of the Board Members are either the leaders at various agencies or involved with local businesses and nonprofits. The Board relies on its cumulative knowledge of the marketplace, and the budgeting information of their agencies and businesses to provide data and information that is pertinent. The Board also reviews the financial information of the RRCAC.”

“The Organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available for review at the RRCAC offices.”