Connect Foundation

“Form 990 is first reviewed by the organization's accounting department and audit committee where it is compared against audited financial statements. Form 990 is then forwarded to the ceo for his review, with emphasis on non-financial information contained in the tax return. Once authorized by the ceo, the form 990 is sent to the audit committee for approval. Once approved, it is distributed to the full board for comments. Lastly, the tax preparer is notified that the form 990 is ready to be filed.”

“When a perceived conflict exists and is not raised, it is addressed with the individual and the individual is asked to abstain from voting or performing actions that would create a conflict.”

“A compensation committee made up of executives from various professions evaluate the ceo's salary annually. They compare his salary to comparable non-profit companies in the region using the "charity navigator ceo compensation study" the ceo's salary is adjusted upward based on meeting certain milestones, and can be deferred upon agreement by the ceo and the board.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request. The form 990 is also available on www.guidestar.com.”

“Connect all connect all is an initiative focused on increasing diversity among entrepreneurs to bridge the gap between underrepresented groups and the innovation economy. The organization is operating as a contractor for jacob's center for neighborhood innovation for the operation of a business accelerator operating agreement on property to be used for the accelerator space office hours office hours provides entrepreneurs an opportunity for private, pro bono professional advice all talks all talks are casual panel conversations that highlight expertise and insights on current trends springboard impact report springboard impact report provides an overview of the companies that have gone through the springboard accelerator program since 2005 to follow-up on their development and progress”

“During 2017, connect combined its entrepreneurs for young innovators program with its most innovative new product awards program to save on costs”

“There have been no changes from the prior year by organization's committee that assumes responsiblity for oversight of the audit of the organization's financial statements and selection of an independent accountant.”