Excellence in Investing for Childrens Causes Inc.

“Form 990 is prepared by an outside tax professional. The form is then reviewed bythe organization's management and at least one member of the board of directors. This group of individuals then discusses the contents of the return with the outside tax professional. After a full review, the final version of the tax return is provided to all members of the organization's voting body. A representative of management or the board authorizes the final form 990 which is then e-filed with the internal revenue service.”

“Members of the board of directors review all potential conflicts of interest at least annually. The executive director and all board members are required to disclose (in writing) potential conflicts and any related party affiliations. Loans between the organization and members of management and the board are strictly prohibited. The organization seeks full transparency on all relationships. Any potential conflicts (in fact or appearance) are discussed openly and resolved in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.”

“The Organization has no paid employees. All of the activities are carried out by an all-volunteer board of directors and other individuals who contribute their time and talents.”

“The Organization has no paid employees. All of the activities are carried out by an all-volunteer board of directors and other individuals who contribute their time and talents.”

“All of the organization's governing documents, financial statements and other legalfilings are maintained in a secure environment and held available for inspection bytax authorities and the general public. Tax returns are posted annually towww.guidestar.org (where they are available for viewing as electronic copies) and are also available for a physical inspection at the organization's office in san francisco, california.”