The Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Research

“The executive director, jeffrey a. Kaufman, is married to a director on the board, marnie a. Kaufman.”

“The form 990 is prepared by the external auditors and reviewed by management. Once all are satisfied with the form, it is finalized and a copy is sent to all directors. The directors are asked if they have any questions or comments and a general review of the form is conducted by management . Revisions and corrections are made as necessary. Subsequently, the form is submitted to the irs.”

“A formal process is undertaken each year to monitor and enforce the conflict of interest policy contained within the bylaws . Each january, an annual survey on conflicts of interest is completed by every director and officer covering the prior calendar year. All business relationships, if any, are reported to the board of directors. Excluding any interested parties, a majority of remaining directors determines whether a conflict of interest has occurred and whether a more advantageous transaction is available to the foundation that would not lead to a conflict of interest. The board is charged with taking appropriate disciplinary and corrective action in the case of a violation of the conflict of interest policy.”

“A formal strategic review, objective setting and performance review process is undertaken each year. The board of directors reviews the performance of the organization and executive director, based on goals and objectives previously agreed upon during the prior calendar year and on a performance report submitted by the executive director in advance. The independent directors of the board meet separately to assess the executive director's performance, agree on a process to inform the executive director of any areas of needed improvement, and agree upon a merit and/or cost of living salary increase for the director , subject to availability of funds and maintenance of an appropriate ratio between such salary and accrf fundraising/revenue totals in any given year . The board of directors sets performance objectives and metrics for the organization and the executive director for the current calendar year.”

“The organization makes its governing documents (articles of incorporation and by-laws}, its conflict of interest policy and financial statements available upon request. The organization will mail copies upon request or provide copies to those who come to the administrative offices during normal business hours.”