Working Landscapes

“Prior to filing, the Form 990 will be reviewed by the Executive Director, and then distributed to the full board for review.”

“Board members and directors review the Conflict of Interest Policy yearly. It the responsibility of each person to disclose any potential conflicts as it is known, or reasonably should be known. Individuals with conflicts are excused from the room when matters related to the conflict are decided upon.”

“The three most recent Form 990s (including financial information), the Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, Form 1023 Application for Exemption, and Conflict of Interest Policy are provided to the public upon request.”

“We are developing programs related to climate change education, awareness and mobilization. These programs include conducting original research, outreach to other organizations, reducing our own carbon emissions, and supporting other community leaders in integrating climate goals into their own work. We are also working with existing networks, such as the Southeastern Climate and Energy Network, to take advantage of their skills and resources.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Climate: Our new climate programs include efforts to reduce our own carbon emissions and also working with other small organizations to integrate climate education and mobilization efforts in their existing programs. We began the process of installing solar panels on our food hub, began composting our food waste, and researched gaps in existing climate outreach programs. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Engagement: Engage community members to work together to solve local problems and chart a course forward. In 2021, we wrote a proposal and secured a $25,000 Hometown Revitalization grant from Duke Energy. Through this grant, we worked to identify 15 small businesses in our community that could benefit from these funds as a way to recover and pivot from the influence of COVID. Grant funds were distributed to selected recipients in 2022. We are also working with a credit union and childcare agency to plan for community-based engagement processes that will benefit their constituents.”