Hope Helps Inc.

“Once the 990 is completed, a full copy is emailed out to the executive committee for their feedback, comments, and questions. Once all interested parties have responded and any questions or comments are addressed, form 990 is submitted”

“The current board of directors and officers were present and instrumental in the development and passage of the current conflict of interest policy. The policy spells out the specific procedures the board and officers shall follow if a suspected conflict of interest exists. If a potential conflict does exists, the member is excused from both the discussion and the vote on the specific topic.”

“Periodically, during the budgetary process, the salaries and benefits of key employees is raised. During this process, research as to the compensation packages of employees in similar positions at similarly sized non-profits is pursued. The board of directors votes on a compensation adjustment for the ceo. The chief executive officer, in her discretion, adjusts the compensation of other employees as necessary.”

“Periodically, during the budgetary process, the salaries and benefits of key employees is raised. During this process, research as to the compensation packages of employees in similar positions at similarly sized non-profits is pursued. The board of directors votes on a compensation adjustment for all key employees. The chief executive officer, in her discretion, adjusts the compensation of other employees as necessary.”

“Hope maintains an open atmosphere regarding governing documents, policies, and financial statements. A request need only be made orally, in writing, or via e-mail for copies of these documents and they will be made available. The contact information is easily found on the organization's website or at their location.”

“Food pantry the food pantry provides nonperishable food, produce, meat and fresh bread, 3-days per week, all at no charge, and runs kids of hope,a summer and school breaks lunch program for the disadvantaged children of the community. The organization partners with second harvest food bank of central florida, and the emergency food assistance program (tefap). Hope's emergency network service(hens) delivers food to homebound elderly or disabled who cannot get to hope's facility. The food pantry is supported by a large team of volunteers that assist the staff to run the daily operations, coordinate pick-ups and ongoing food drives hosted by local schools, churches, businesses and many other organizations. The kids of hope lunch program is funded primarily through grants and food donations.”

“Resource center- at this time we accept walk-ins, referrals and assist individuals and families with the following: -basic needs (food, clothing) -case management -access to resources -financial assistance -educational programs -financial management -computer center/access assistance in applying for medicaid and food stamps as well as resume preparation. Our goal is to focus on prevention and promote accountability so individuals and families can take the steps necessary to move on to self-sufficiency.”