Young Mens Christian Association of Kokomo Inc.

“All dues-paying individuals are members of the organization.”

“The governing board posts a list of nominees to be voted by the membership.”

“Both the decision to dissolve or amend the articles of incorporation need membership approval.”

“The audit committee of the governing body reviews the 990, amending as necessary prior to the designated officer's signing of the completed document.”

“Annually through its governing board, a questionnaire addressing potential conflicts of interest issues is to be completed by all employees and board members. The completed questionnaires are reviewed by the executive committee and its board.”

“On an annual basis, an independent committeee of board members has the job of setting salary amounts for the executive director. This committee reviews performance, compares salary levels, and makes a recommendation to the board for final approval for the executive director.”

“On an annual basis, an independent committeee of board members has the job of setting salary amounts for all key personnel. This committee reviews performance, compares salary levels, and makes recommendations to the board for final approval.”

“Contact: rebecca moore, business manager, 200 n. Union st., kokomo, in 46901, 765-457-4447.”

“Ornanization's mission or most significant activity the kokomo ymca is a non-profit, charitable community service organization. The ymc is an association of people dedicated to tht mission of the ymca, to put christian principles into practice through programs that develop a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Our cause defines us we know that lasting personal and social change comes when we all work together. That's why, at the y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Our strength is in community the ymca mission comes alive thought three areas of focus that help people: -youth development: nurturing the potential of every child and teen. -healthly living: improving the community's health and well-being. -social responsibility: giving back and providing support to our neighbors. The ymca mission comes alive through the efforts of: -paid staff - full and part time; from teens to seniors -volunteers - who lead programs and make policies -members - who are mentors, coaches and donors at the root of our mission is a commitment to the ymca values education program entitled "character development". Character development focuses on five core values - caring, faith, honesty, respect and responsibility. These values provide the fundamental basis for all ymca operations, staff development, program development and program delivery. The ymca stands together with families, schools, churches, businesses, hospitals, government agencies and other organizations to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. In today's society, the ymca's role is to give youth and adults experiences that help them develop a set of positive values, moral, and ethics that they will live by. It is essential to a successful, stron community that all youth and aldults live according to values necessary for heathy homan development in spirit, mind and body. The ymca's strength is about more than building muscle. It's about family, serving members of all ages and formin our ymca family. It's about options-more than 200 programs allow people to choose the activity that best supports their interests. Inspiration - participants are inspired to live healthier through group exercise programs. Building a foundation - more youth are provided positive opportunities through outreach programs. And, it's about working together - community collaborations with local hospitals, schools, churches, parks and other non-profit organizations.”

“Camp tycony offers a venue for youth to experience nature.”

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