Scripture Union

“The Form 990 is prepared by the Business Manager and reviewed by the audit firm, President, and Board of Directors. The board is responsible for overseeing the preparation and final approval of the 990. Before filing the return the Business Manager gets the sign off from the board chair and board treasurer.”

“Each board member fills out a form annually disclosing and potential conflicts of interest. The President, Business Manager, and Board Chair also conduct ongoing organization-wide monitoring.”

“The Executive Committee oversees the annual review of the President. Her performance review and salary recommendations (based on comparable data from similar nonprofits) are presented to the board in executive session The President completes the performance reviews and salary evaluations of the other officers and key employees.”

“The audited financial statements and 990 are posted on the website. Governing documents and conflict of interest policies are available upon request.”

“Our Vision: To see people of all ages coming to faith in Christ, committed to God and His Word, and living as salt and light. Our Mission: Working with churches and partners, Scripture Union seeks to make God's Good News known to children, young people and families, and to encourage people of all ages to meet God daily through the Bible and prayer. Our Strategy: Through a range of activities, multi-media resources, and publications, Scripture Union USA provides opportunities for children, young people and adults to explore the Bible, respond to Jesus and grow in faith. We also provide training and partnership opportunities to help churches, organizations and other leaders do the same. Board and staff work together to regularly review SU ministry and materials, to identify future needs and opportunities, and to develop strategies and plans. Programs and Resources: Currently Scripture Union USA programs and resources include: * SuperKids(R): A program for creatively presenting the Good News and God's Word to un-churched children, anytime, anywhere. * PrimeTime(R) & PrimeTime(R)Plus: A Bible-based after-school program for children Grades 1- 8, especially those not connected to a church. A range of Bible-based curriculum is available for both programs * nua: a fresh perspective on faith - A provocative 8-episode video series leading young adults into deeper questions of faith and life. * Guardians of Ancora: A world-class digital game and amazing virtual world where the Bible stories come alive. A 10-day SuperKids(R) summer outreach program and at-home family program based on the app is available. * Encounter with God(R) and Discovery(R): Scripture Union's two quarterly Bible reading guides. Also available online & via email. * Encounter with God Together: A weekly 5-10 minute recorded broadcast hosted by the new SU President and featuring special guests who will discuss one of the selected readings of the week. * The Essential Series: * The Essential 100: A Bible engagement program for individuals, groups of children, youth, adults, and churches based on a unique way of reading through the Bible. * The Essential Jesus: A Bible engagement program that takes individuals, groups of youth, adults, and churches through the greatest stories of Jesus. * The Essential Question: A Bible engagement program that takes individuals, groups, and churches through the Book of Acts and challenges them to make a difference for God.”