Secular Coalition for Arizona Inc

“By laws were changed as follows 1 the insertion of a sentence explicitly defining the organization as non-partisan. 2 allowed theistic i.e. Religious groups to become liaised groups, as long as they support the secular goals of secular coalition for arizona. 3 restricted membership on the board of directors to non-theists i.e. Atheists. 4 article iv on the directors - changed to increase the maximum number of board directors from 9 to 13 and to set a minimum of 5 directors. It established a nomination process and limits participation to non-theists.”

“The treasurer of the organization distributes a pdf copy of the 990 to all board members for review and comment prior to the return being filed.”

“At each board meeting, if there is a discussion of selecting or engaging a vendor or service provider, all in attendance are asked to recuse themselves from this discussion if there could be a perceived conflict. Annually, the organization reviews and discusses the conflict of interest policy and requests that each board member list and acknowledge any known conflicts.”

“The board may hire and compensate individuals for necessary services rendered to the foundation so long as such compensation is reasonable. The board shall determine reasonable compensation amounts based upon compensation paid by similarly situated nonprofits for like services. The board may rely upon salary studies, as well as data regarding compensation paid. Currently there are no salaried employees and all the board members and officers are volunteers.”

“The organization will provide in a timely manner, copies of all governing documents including its conflict of interest policies and financial statements when requested in writing or in person.”

“10,873 was paid for membership programs and educational information. The balance was for graphic design.”