Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau Foundation

“The board of directors reviews the form 990 prior to filing.”

“The foundation has each board member sign a conflict of interest policy which is retained on file at the phlcvb. This disclosure is updated annually to detect any potential conflicts for the year. During board meetings, if conflicts arise, board members abstain from discussion and the vote.”

“Governing documents are made available to the public upon request.”

“Mission/purpose: the philadelphia convention and visitors bureau foundation ("foundation") was established in 2002 to conduct public, charitable, and educational activities and to attract additional public support for those activities from foundations and the general public. The foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status because its activities are charitable and educational. The mission of the philadelphia convention & visitors bureau foundation, in cooperation with the city of philadelphia and the commonwealth of pennsylvania is to provide funding in support of activities that further the planning, coordinating and implementing the marketing and promotion of conventions, special events and international tourism. The foundations primary goal is to support activities that help position and promote philadelphia as a top-tier travel destination. Geographic scope: the primary geographic scope of the foundation is the greater philadelphia area. However, the objectives of the foundation do reach nationally and internationally as well. The main office of the foundation resides in that of the philadelphia convention & visitors bureau at 1601 market street suite 200 philadelphia, pa 19103. The foundation is a wholly owned subsidiary of the phlcvb. All administrative and operational responsibilities are performed by the employees of the phlcvb and the board of the foundation is comprised of the top leadership of the phlcvb and a subsection of the phlcvb board of directors.”

“Hospitality industry support the phlcvbf supports programs that highlight and support the regions dynamic hospitality sector. It supports events that showcase and celebrate the work of the men and women employed in the regions hospitality industry. By highlighting existing employees and their accomplishments, the phlcvbf helps develop a robust workforce for the regional hospitality industry.”