Indiana Youth Group Inc.

“The board of directors reads and reviews form 990 prior to approving the return for filing with the irs.”

“Each member of the board of directors acknowledges the conflict of interest policy and is asked to disclose any potential violations of the policy on an annual basis.”

“Annually, the executive committee reviews the job description of the executive director to determine whether any changes are needed. This committee also reviews the actions, progress on the management work plan, and leadership of the executive director and discusses their findings with the executive director and the board of directors. The board reviews base salary, bonuses, benefits and other compensation using information obtained through the united way and other organizations that gather data on executive compensation.”

“990 forms, the bylaws, articles of incorporation and other governing documents, annual reports, financial statements, strategic plan, tax exemption certificates, and all related financial and policy information are kept in the organization's central file room with the books and records, and made available to the public upon request.”

“The organization has a committee that assumes responsibility for the oversight of the audit of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant.”

“Iyg conducts a variety of youth-oriented programs at its activity center, and also coordinates several programs at other community locations. Program services provided or sponsored by iyg include the following: youth activity center - iyg provides a safe location where youth have the opportunity to interact, socialize, and learn under the direction or supervision of trained staff. A majority of iyg programs take place at the activity center. Computers, computer games, board games, and food are provided. Support groups - iyg organizes groups designed to help youth deal with issues like coming out, dating, self-discovery, and to educate youth on matters such as a tobacco-free lifestyle. Community service projects - iyg staff and youth participants perform a variety of community service projects each year. Youth programming - iyg coordinates programs such as the youth council, gay straight alliance (gsa) leadership summit, creative arts projects, lgbtq youth summit, preparation for scholarship applications, and gsa's capacity building. Some programs are geared towards leadership and socializing, while other programs address prevention of problems relating to mental health and addiction. Annual social events - iyg hosts several social events during the year. Capacity building - iyg provides training for student and adult leaders of high school gay straight alliances and support for additional safe places. Education and training - iyg provides schools, social service agencies, community groups, and others with education about lgbtq youth and the issues relevant to them.”