Vietnamese Social Services of Minnesota

“The board of directors reviews the form 990 at its meeting before it is submitted”

“The conflict of interest policy is included in the organization's by-laws. The board of directors are watchful of any activity or transaction that violates the policy and take immediate actions to address violations.”

“The board of directors conducts an annual review of performance and bases salary on the results of the review and the length of service. The board also uses additional benchmarks such as comparing salaries to similar not- for-profit organizations and market conditions.”

“The governing document and financial statements are maintained in the administrative office and are available to the public upon request. Form 990 is also available through guidestar.”

“Employment program - this program supplement the ell program and helps refugees and immigrants prepare for and obtain the employment they need to sustain themselves and their families. It includes vocational training programs, job placement, and intensive case management. In addition, these programs are infused with basic human rights and labor law information to ensure that our clients know the laws, job skills, interview skills and learn what to do when faced with discrimination or unfair treatment due to their status as new americans. Vss continues to have in person job training in with a new partnership, st. Paul college. Also the job skills training program was innovated by the addition of soft skills such as "communication nuances, etiquettes, and cultural similarities and differences" in society and the workplace so that the client can successfully navigate in his/her new job.”

“Elders program - this program seeks to improve the well-being of refugee elders and quality of life by providing opportunities to come together to socialize, have fun, and learn. The program provides recreational and social opportunities to decrease the isolation and depression that many refugee elders experience due to their diminished social status as new american with english. Vss also provides bi-lingual staff members to provide interpretation, application assistance and other help to assist elders in connecting with resources that can improve their quality of life. With the situation around the covid-19 pandemic changing rapidly, the organization is taking proactive steps to make sure elders stay informed and follow public health guidelines to protect themselves and those around them. Due to the pandemic, many of these services became virtual and limited in person services. Also, the organization has expanded food operations from mostly canned goods to fresh produce now due to the tremendous needs of clients, especially from the elderly, women, and children.”

“Professional fee 158,109 0 0 professional fee 5,544 0 0 professional fee 6,077 0 0 professional fee 24,453 68,408 38,974 total 194,183 68,408 38,974”

“This proces has not changed from the previous year.”