Hopecentral

“Our Executive Director prepares a draft of this 990 filing for review by our Board Treasurer. At a regular board meeting, the Board Treasurer presents the draft filing for review by the full board. The board then authorizes the Board Treasurer to sign and file the return.”

“The Executive Director monitors business decisions that have a potential conflict of interest and notifies the board if such a situation arises. All board members are required to attest in writing to their understanding of the conflict of interest policy and their intention to abide by it.”

“The Executive Director compiles market-based salary data for all key positions before a hiring or salary change decision is made. This data is reviewed by the Board Treasurer and presented to the full Board. Currently the Executive Director and Behavioral Health director are considered "key positions"”

“HopeCentral makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“HopeCentral experienced two significant developments in program services. First, HopeCentral developed an Autism Spectrum Evaluation and was designated as an Autism Center of Excellence by the Washington Healthcare Authority in the spring of 2015. We provide evaluation, education and support for families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. Second, HopeCentral developed a trauma-informed care plan for a large homeless shelter for women and children. This comprehensive plan included a framework to strategically provides services to residents as well as structures for critical incident handling, staff support, and ongoing advocacy.”