Pink Outinc

“There are no committees with the authority to act on behalf of the board of the governing body. Any actions required by a committee are approved by the board of directors.”

“The 990 is reviewed by the treasurer and board member who is an attorney before it is filed.”

“Board members are required annually to complete a conflict of interest disclosure form. If a conflict exists, then the board member will have to excuse herself from any and all activity as it relates to that conflicting interest. If the conflict is severe enough that the board can no longer function in its intended capacity, then the conflicted board member will be asked to resign from the board effective immediately or be removed via the provision of the bylaws.”

“The organization does not make its governing documents or conflict of interest policy available for public inspection as this is not required by federal or state law. The organization includes a copy of its financial statements with the state registration filed with the pennsylvania department of state, bureau of charitable organizations. These documents are a matter of public record and can be viewed at the bureau office. Copies will be provided upon request of a donor.”

“To provide financial assistance for women diagnosed with breast, ovarian, endometrial, or cervical cancers. Funds raised through various fundraising events are used to assist with nonmedical daily living expenses such as rent, food and utilities. Purchases for patients undergoing cancer treatment include, but are not limited to: wigs, prostheses and special garments not covered by insurance but critical to improving a patient's self-esteem and recovery.”

“Management has elected to modify the cash basis of accounting in order to record donated services, materials, and facilities. This basis differs from accounting principles generally accepted in the united states of america primarily because the organization has not recorded investments at fair value, accrued investment income, recorded liabilities for accounts payable to vendors and recorded assets for accounts receivable from contributors.”

“The board of directors assumes responsibility for the oversight of the review of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant. This process has not changed from the previous year.”