Family Paths Inc.

“The Form 990 is reviewed by the Audit Committee, the Executive Director, and the CFO before the final approval by the Board of Directors, prior to filing the return.”

“The organization's Board of Directors and employees receive thorough training about what issues might constitute a conflict of interest, and after all questions and answers have been exhausted, the Board of Directors and employees sign the disclosure statement. This process is repeated annually. If a conflict of interest is found to exist, the conflict may result in disciplinary action or termination of employment or board membership.”

“Annually, the Board's Personnel committee evaluates the Executive Director and makes recommendations to the Board. Board approval is required before implementation.”

“The Executive Director does an annual evaluation of agency directors and key employees. The Human Resources Manager performs a wage & benefit study every 2 years. Depending on funding availability, the Executive Director makes a recommendation to the Board for a parity increase, a step increase, a COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment), a company contribution to 401(k) or any combination thereof. Board approval is needed before implementation.”

“The organization's governing documents, policies and financial statements are made available to the public upon request.”

“The organization received noncash contributions of donated services in the amount of $209,521. As per reporting instructions, we have not reported this amount on lines 1f and 1g. We have reported the amount in Schedule D, Part XI, line 2b and in Part XII, line 2a.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: TIPS: Family Paths' Treatment, Intervention, Prevention Services program provides outpatient mental health services for children and adults who have experienced trauma, abuse, or any form of violence, including victims of crime.For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2017, a total of 811 clients were served. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: PE: Parent Education classes assist parents with parent-child communication skills, self-care and stress reduction, understanding child development, and positive discipline approaches.For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2017, a total of 422 clients were served.”