Representus

“Form 990 is drafted by the Organizations independent auditors, the 990 is reviewed by the Chief Operating Officer then submitted to the Board for approval prior to filing.”

“Board Members are required to annually disclose in writing any potential conflicts. If a member of the Board is deemed to have a potential conflict they are required to recuse themselves from voting on such matters.”

“Although there are no employees the organization shares services with the Represent.Us Education Fund (RUEF). The Board of RUEF will negotiate with the CEO with respect to the appropriate salary. The salary is based on annual performance review, benchmarks of other similar organizations.”

“Although there are no employees the organization shares expenses with the Represent.Us Education Fund (RUEF). Other key employees of RUEF salaries are reviewed by the CEO based on the work plan subject to approval of the RUEF Board. The process is driven by the budget approved by the Board.”

“Financial statements are made available to the public upon request on a case by case basis. Other governing documents and conflict of interest policy are not generally made available to the public.”

“Organization incorrectly classified income and expenses as fundraisingon Form 990 Part VIII line 8a and 8b. The net proceeds were a grant receivedfrom a 501(c)(3) organization. The net amount of $120,571 was included as a grantreported on Sch B.”

“Program Consulting Expenses related to professional development.”

“Public Education and Communications:Continued:RU content shows new supporters that winning is not only possible but actually happening, and by doing so, empowers social media supporters to take higher-level actions. RepresentUs content advances the national conversation about comprehensive political reform, and changes American political culture by increasing the demand for transformative democratic reform. This content amplified the voter education efforts of grassroots campaigns across the country. During 2018, RepresentUs published more than 100 original videos to social platforms, accruing more than 25 million views. Primary Exempt Purpose (continued)Public Education and Communications:RU social media channels expanded, and RU increased its email membership list by 18% in the period. RUs social media communities continue to grow, and their engagement levels remain among the highest in the advocacy field.”