A Wider Bridge

“Amended bylaws to reflect updated governance provisions.”

“The organization's executive director and treasurer are responsible for the timely preparation of the form 990. The organization's executive director and treasurer may engage the services of accountants and/or legal counsel to assist in the preparation of drafts of the form 990. Copies of the completed form 990 (including required schedules) will also be reviewed by the finance committee prior to filing. Any questions or concerns will be noted and addressed, and the executive director and treasurer shall ensure that any appropriate changes are incorporated into the form 990, which then shall be signed by the executive director or other authorized officer of the organization. The form 990 shall then be filed with the irs on a timely basis.”

“1.Duty to DiscloseEach insider shall disclose to the Board all material facts regarding his or her interest in the transaction, promptly upon learning of the proposed transaction.2.Determining Whether a Conflict of Interest ExistsWith regard to an insider, the Board shall determine if a conflict of interest exists. The insider(s) and any other interested person(s) involved with the transaction shall not be present during the Boards discussion or determination of whether a conflict of interest exists.3.Procedures for Addressing a Conflict of InterestThe Board shall decide what measures are needed to protect the Organizations interests in light of the nature and seriousness of the conflict, to decide whether to enter into the transaction and, if so, to ensure that the terms of the transaction are appropriate.”

“On an annual basis, the executive committee and staff shall conduct and review an analysis of the compensation of key employees, including the executive director and any other top management officials. The compensation of such key employees shall be compared to those in similar organizations based on mission, budget size, scope of job duties and other factors. Based on the analysis, the executive committee shall conclude on whether each key employee's compensation is appropriate. Such analysis shall be documented, presented to the board of directors and filed in the corporation's records.”

“On an annual basis, the executive committee and staff shall conduct and review an analysis of the compensation of key employees, including the executive director and any other top management officials. The compensation of such key employees shall be compared to those in similar organizations based on mission, budget size, scope of job duties and other factors. Based on the analysis, the executive committee shall conclude on whether each key employee's compensation is appropriate. Such analysis shall be documented, presented to the board of directors and filed in the corporation's records.”

“Governing documents, policies and financial statements are available upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Impact Grants - A Wider Bridges Impact Grant program provides much-needed resources to NGOs in Israel that amplify activist voices on the ground, advancing LGBTQ life across Israel. A Wider Bridge serves as the diaspora's organized effort to advance LGTBQ rights and community in Israel. These programs reach tens of thousands of individuals, from Israel's largest cities to the periphery, touching the diverse Arab, Ethiopian, Mizrahi, and Orthodox communities.”

“These programs generally feature talkbacks and meaningful conversations about diverse topics such as conversion therapy, pinkwashing, disability, peacemaking, antisemitism, as well as the remarkable stories of those working to build a rich and inclusive society.”