Arizona Forward Association

“The President and CEO and Executive Committee review and discuss the Form 990 prior to filing. All Board of Directions members receive an electronic copy of the tax return prior to filing the return.”

“The Organization provides a copy of the conflict of interest policy to all employees and members of the Board of Directors. The members of the Board of Directors self-monitor for any conflict of interests and recuse themselves from voting on issues where a conflict of interest occurs.”

“The Board of Directors compensation committee annually reviews and approves all compensation for the President and CEO and other officers or key employees of the Organization, if any. The Board of Directors compensation committee considers the compensation paid to officers and key employees of similar organizations as part of this annual analysis.”

“Program Service Expenses 15,292, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 32,550 Arizona Forward hosted more than 370 Arizona educators at the Ninth Annual EarthFest Educators Night at the Phoenix Zoo. Now in its tenth year, this innovative program combines entertainment and education, showcasing environmentally oriented curriculum, activities and programs the unique desert character of Arizona. Booths representing public and private sector environmental education programs, along with exhibits from the non-profit and educational communities are featured at the event. Other attractions for teachers include giveaways, complimentary refreshments and resources that help in the classroom. Educators can also apply for a grant to incorporate green projects into the classroom.”

“Program Service Expenses 346,436, Grants and allocations 0, Revenue 0 The various programs support, advocate and promote aesthetic, cultural, environmental and quality of life interest in the State of Arizona. To achieve this purpose the Organization conducts conferences, events and other communication through its website and mailers to promote awareness in the community regarding these issues. The members and participants at Organization conferences and events include the business, community, not-for-profit and government leaders of Arizona.”

“A prior period adjustment was determined appropriate to correctly state activity for changes in the credit card balance which were corrected in a prior year.”