Precious Jewels Learning Academy Inc.

“All board members are required to review form 990 prior to the actual filing.”

“It is pjla policy that employees and others acting on pjlas behalf must be free from conflicts of interest that could adversely influence their judgment, objectivity or loyalty to the organization in conducting pjla business activities and assignments. In connection with any actual or possible conflicts of interest, an interested party must disclose the existence of the financial interest and must be given the opportunity to disclose all material facts to the board. After disclosure of the financial interest and all material facts, the individual shall leave the board meeting while the determination is discussed and voted on. The remaining board members shall determine if a conflict of interest exist. If a conflict of interest exist, the board will determine the appropriate resolution.”

“All governing documents are available for review upon scheduling an appointment with the executive director.”

“Primary exempt purposeprecious jewels learning academy (academyorpjla)provides qualified childcare services to underserved families. About usannually, the academy services on average 100 to 150 children from economically stressed families. Over 90% of the students participates in the subsidized child care program and qualifies for child and adult care food program(cacfp).the academy services families with children in the infant, toddler, preschool and school age categories in a safe and nurturing environment. We provide hands on activities to inspire young minds and creative projects to enhance skill sets. We prepare healthy nutritious meals daily. We create a safe & fun environment to promote physical fitness that benefits students physically while promoting learning. In 2016, the academy serviced six children of disabled veterans via funding from a local grant. The academy sponsored many other activities in 2016 including but not limited to toys for tots where over 600 families received toys and gifts for the holiday season and back to school bash where members of the community received school supplies, book bags, shoes and clothes. In addition,monthly, the academy sponsors a monthly give away of food and hygiene products to members of the community. The academy is not only committed to educating the young leaders of the community but is also committed towards satisfying economic gaps that many face everyday using pjlas limited resources.”