Achievement Centers for Children

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“The president, executive vice president of finance, and controller participate and review initially. An ad-hoc committee is formed (comprised of members of the agency's finance committee and executive committee, and including the treasurer). The president, executive vice president of finance and controller will meet with the ad-hoc committee to present the draft 990 and all supporting documentation for thier review. The 990 is also given to each board member via e-mail before it is filed.”

“Each director, principal officer, and member of a committee with board delegated powers shall annually sign a statement, which affirms that such person: (a) has received a copy of the conflicts of interest policy; (b)has read and understands the policy; (c) has agreed to comply with the policy; and (d) understands that the corporation is a charitable organization and that in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes.”

“Compensation for the president is determined and set by the executive committee of the board of directors. The committee, none of whom have a conflict of interest with respect to this issue, deliberate among themselves, consult mutliple compensation surveys, and consult with other non-profit boards in order to set the compensation level. The committee is also able to access public information regarding executive compensation in other non-profit organizations. Some of the compensation surveys used are: charity navigator, oano/united way, employer's resource counsel, and more. While the president sets the compensation level for officers, managers, and key employees, this is done after consulting compensation surveys, market conditions, and having an awareness of what other non-profits pay for similar postions. Additionally, all compensation is included in the agency's budget, and the budget is reviewed and approved by our independent board of directors.”

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

“We annually serve over 2,500 children, with all types of disabilities and their families, at three different northeast ohio locations: highland hills, westlake, and camp cheerful in strongsville, as well as in families' homes. Many of the children and families participate in more than one of our programs and services. Approximately 5,700 services and 256,975 service hours were provided to our clients this year. Over 70% of the children we serve in our non-recreational programs are aged birth through five and approximately 73% come from lower-income families. Over 81% of all money raised on our behalf goes directly into providing and enhancing services. We are a "four star rated charity" (highest possible) by charity navigator. The agency is accredited by carf (commission on accreditation of rehabilitation). Our non-profit organization provides critical services that help children with a wide range of physical, developmental, neurological, or emotional disabilities achieve their full potential in life. We work not only with the children who have special needs but also actively involve the entire family. We help families deal with the often challenging and emotional times that accompany raising a child with a disability. We are partners in a family's journey and help children and their families find hope and help. Families know that whatever the challenge, whatever the outcome, they have access to expertise and resources. Raising a child with a disability can be a difficult journey, but families need not feel alone; they have a partner in the achievement centers and can rely on and turn to us when they need assistance. Our diverse programs address the very comprehensive needs of children with disabilities and their families. We provide a "circle of care" for children with special needs and their families through a caring, experienced and competent staff and with programs that address several key areas: education, including a spcialized school for children with autism for k through 8th grade, family support services, therapy services, recreation (including camp, adapted sports, and adult day program) and consulting services for education providers for children with autism.”

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“Additional disclosure: the unrestricted net assets end 06/30/2017 were as follows: undesignated 203,313 net investment in property and equipment 8,664,584 board designated endowment 12,178,842 total unrestricted $21,046,739 we invite interested individuals to visit our website at www.achievementcenters.org”