Ohio United Way

“United Way CEO members vote on a slate of nominees to serve on the Ohio United Way Board of Directors.”

“United Way CEO Members vote to approve amendments to the Ohio United Way Code of Regulations or adoption of new Code of Regulations.”

“Ohio United Way CEO and staff review the 990 line-by-line prior to review by Executive, Audit and Finance Committees, led by contracted CPA via e-mail and conference calls. The 990 is then mailed to remaining Directors for approval. All reviews are completed prior to signature by Ohio United Way CEO and then filed with the IRS.”

“Directors are required to read Ohio United Ways Code of Ethics which includes a Conflict of Interest policy. A signed form is required of every director annually. Each director and staff member is responsible for adhering to the principles and standards of the Code as stated, to avoid conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest which would tarnish the reputation of Ohio United Way as well as undermine the publics trust in all United Way organizations. Ohio United Way respresentatives will avoid any activity or outside interest which conflicts or appears to conflict with the best interest of Ohio United Way; ensure that outside employment and other activities do not adversely affect the performance of their Ohio United Way duties or the achievement of Ohio United Ways mission; decline any gift, gratuity, or favor in the performance of Ohio United Way duties except for promotional items of nominal value, and any food, transportation, lodging or entertainment unless directly related to Ohio United Way business; refrain from influencing the selection of staff, consultants or vendors who are relatives or personal friends or affiliated with, or employed by a person with whom they have a relationship that adversely affects the appearance of impartiality. Directors are asked to disclose all known conflicts or potential conflicts of interest in any matter before the Board of Directors, if they are board members, or any committee upon which they serve, and withdraw from the meeting room during a discussion, review and voting in connection with such matter.”

“The Board uses salary survey information from other local non-profits to determine compensation for the President and CEO. The Board follows the same evaluation form. The first part is a written self-evaluation completed by the President and CEO and presented to the Board Chair. The second part is written evaluation completed by the Board Chairs. The CEO and Board Chair meet and the evaluation form is used as a guide with which to summarize a conversation about performance. The CEO has the opportunity to comment and ask questions. Any and all agreed upon changes to the evaluation are documented on the form. The form is then signed by the CEO and Board Chair. Both are provided a copy of the form. Recent comparable salary data is used to determine compensation.”

“This data is presented as a recommendation to the Board. The Board approves or disapproves the compensation recommendation. This procedure is followed annually.”

“The Ohio United Way website states that the 990, governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available to the public upon request. Ohio United Way will provide one printed copy in PDF file via electronic mail upon such request. The 990 can also be inspected by using the non-profit website Guide Star.”

“The Finance Committee reviews financial statements monthly. The Board reviews and approves financial statements quarterly. The Audit, Finance and Executive Committees review and approve the audit and 990 annually. Selection of the independent accountant is reviewed annually and approved by the Board Finance and Executive Committees as part of the annual budget process.”

“Unrealized gains.”

“Other professional fees.”