Wellstone Action

“The organization's executive committee consists of the executive director, board chair, secretary, and treasurer. The executive committee has the authority to act on behalf of the board between meetings.”

“The form 990 is presented to the executive committee for review and discussion. The executive committee makes a recommendation to the full board of directors to approve or not approve the form 990. The form 990 is provided to all board members for review. After review and discussion, the full board votes to approve or not approve the form 990.”

“Board members are asked to disclose any conflicts of interest annually. In the event a conflict exists, the conflicted member leaves the room while the issue is discussed with the full board. If a conflict of interest is determined to exist, the conflicted board member is allowed to make a case, and the board then discusses whether there is an alternative to the conflict; if the board member will need to end the conflict or take the appropriate action needed to end the conflict. All proceedings related to conflicts of interest are noted in the meeting minutes.”

“The executive committee of the board uses the minnesota council of nonprofits salary guide and similar national data, and takes into account relevant experience to determine compensation for the executive directors. This process last took place in 2021. Key staff compensation is set by the executive director with guidance from the board of directors and managing directors, and is based on a current evaluation of the overall employment market, role description and responsibilities, equitable pay, and overall tenure in the role.”

“The organization makes its governing documents and conflict of interest policy available to the public upon request. The organization makes its financial statements available to the public via annual report and upon request.”

“In 2020, re:power launched its first advanced leadership - women of color cohort in line with the goal to center women of color in their work. The advanced leadership cohort was a 6-week cohort and laid the foundation for future programming in this area.”

“In 2020, re:power ceased all in-person training operations due to the covid-19 pandemic. Training courses were shifted to being offered through online platforms.”

“Other professional services: program service expenses 76,310. Management and general expenses 8,560. Fundraising expenses 6,292. Total expenses 91,162.”