Daltons Greater Works

“There are 3 spouses on the board. Although they vote independently of each other, under clear transparency, it is right to say there are people on the board with spouses, which counts as a family relationship.”

“The board meets to discuss finances, policy, and changes. Our meetings are open to the public, so any issues or concerns with an additional (or discontinuing) service or program can be discussed at that time and the path forward approved or rejected.”

“Committees are allowed to make day-to-day decisions regarding their specific area without board approval or documentation. Decisions made to add services or discontinue services would be required to go through the board.”

“Erwin Lankford passed away between the end of the year and the filing of these taxes. He is not reachable. Meeting minutes are kept in the office.”

“Part IV 15: We provide monies to Missionary Ventures International, Inc. (EIN: 59-2321060) for Haitian Support. These monies are given by donors specifically for Haitian support and are not taken from any general account donations or other-designated monies. Part VI 7b: The board meets to discuss finances, policy and changes. This is an open meeting and if people not on the board have any objections or concerns to any new or discontinuing programs, the items are discussed and a path forward is approved or rejected. Part VI 8: Meeting minutes are kept in the office. Part VI 11a: Again this year the taxes were reviewed and approved via email. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 restrictions, Emily's essential worker status that made getting taxes done a very last minute issue, and the online requirements for returns, the email was sent out the same day the taxes were submitted. However,, the taxes were provided to all board members.”

“Part VI c 19: Upon request, copies of tax documents (except donor lists) and our annual report are provided. Greater Works also provides this documentation to top donors, all churches, and non-profits that contribute to the organization. The annual report includes: Cash Flow, Statement of Functional Expenses, Statement of Financial Position, Planning Budget for Upcoming Year, and explanations about what services were provided, how many people received assistance, and organizational needs and goals. Part VII: Robert Hill (President/CEO) handles calls and direct assistance. Paul Porter (Board Member) handles money and other assistance as needed. Emily Cooper (Treasurer/CFO) handles the taxes, record retention, and deals with legal and procedural issues. No person at Greater Works gets paid, everyone is a volunteer. We have a dedicated volunteer staff that run the Clothing Closet, Food Pantry, Outreach Services (providing food/clothing to needy neighborhoods), and work with dedicated volunteer groups to provide meals, a day center, and other services. All of us work full-time (or are retired) and make time for this ministry because we believe in what it stands for - God's unconditional love - and what it does - help take care of our community members that need a little help.”

“Several years ago, the spouses of the board members requested to be added to the board for inclusion and diversity. All members vote independently of each other and spouses do not always vote the same.”

“We provide monies to Missionary Ventures International, Inc. (EIN: 59-2321060) for Haitian Support. These monies are given by donors specifically for Haitian support and are not taken from any general account donations or other-designated monies. Part VI 7b: The board meets to discuss finances, policy and changes. This is an open meeting and if people not on the board have any objections or concerns to any new or discontinuing programs, the items are discussed and a path forward is approved or rejected. Part VI 8: Meeting minutes are kept in the office.”