Toward Independence Inc.

“A copy of the form 990 is provided to the board of trustees prior to filing. The members then review the form for accuracy and completeness and communicates any required changes to management. Once the return has the approval of the board, it is filed.”

“On an annual basis the board of directors requires a conflict of interest disclosure statement to be completed by all board directors and key personnel. Any potential identified conflicts are discussed by the board and executive director and determinations are made from there. The executive director discloses to the board any personal potential conflicts and the executive director reviews the key staff and their respective performance and duties that may lead to conflicts and addresses the issue when apparent. The corporation expects directors, officers, and staff to act at all times with loyalty to the agency and to maintain the highest standards of ethics, both in fact and in appearance.”

“In preparation for hiring, the board of directors and the agency hr director researched the position and related compensation for the ceo via survey of related and similar organizations' professional compensation salary as conducted by the ohio provider resource association (opra), and by review of the candidates credentials, experience, and salary history. A panel of board directors conducted the interview, obtained reference material, and deliberated the decision to hire with compensation package.”

“Towards independence is incorporated in the state of ohio as a non-profit corporation. The state has record of the filing, related paperwork requirements, and compliance. By board policy, access to board policies and records shall be given to such local, state, or federal entities that may provide oversight of services provided by the corporation. Furthermore, as a non-profit corporation, on an annual basis a form 990 is completed and filed with the federal government which is a matter of public record. The agency is in compliance with regulations and law and makes appropriate required records available for review upon request. Also, an annual report reflecting programmatic and financial information for the previous calendar year is produced and available for the public.”