Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force

“The tax return is drafted adn then provided to the organization. The board of directors reviews the return and proposes any changes that are deemed necessary. The tax return is then updated to include the proposed changes and given back to the oraganization. The return is then signed adn submitted to the irs.”

“At the last board meeting of the fiscal year, members are asked to disclose any conflicts of interest they foresee in the upcoming year. The ceo is in regular contact with board members and will counsel a board member that is potentially engaged in a conflict of interest.”

“The compensation paid to officers and key employees is discussed at the board of directors' meeting and is recorded in the minutes. The board deliberates over salaries and raises for officers and key employees as reported on part vi, line 15a.”

“All documents are available for the public upon request.”

“To this end, patf is proud of its medical case management and supportive services program, most of all our 340b pharmacy program, food pantry, mentor and buddy programs. We are also proud of our successful prevention programs including the m2m program providing targeted interventions to reduce risk for hiv transmission and substance abuse to men who have sex with men between 18 and 54 years of age. Also our girlfriends and girl talk programs targeting african american women and teens with information about hiv transmission, domestic violence as well as hiv and std testing. We are also proud of our f.a.i.t.h. Initiative focusing on providing hiv prevention messages for faith based communities.”

“We are dedicated to supporting and empowering all individuals living with hiv/aids and preventing the spread of infection. Building on more than two decades of caring and experience in southwestern pennsylvania, we accomplish our mission by integrating the voice of consumers into all we do, serving as a primary resource for hiv/aids support, information and testing, collaborating with and educating other organizations, providers and the community, operating with the highest ethical standards, and maximizing limited resources, providing a safe and confidential environment, and working to eliminate the devastating impact of stigma.”

“Pharmacy and clinic services include both a 340b drug plan and medical services for individuals with hiv by offering low cost drugs and necessary medical treatment. Plans are underway for the construction of a medical facility and medical providers.”