Fernando Pullum Community Arts Center

“Form 990 is reviewed by the finance committee of the board of directors, the board chair, the executive director and the treasurer. Upon approval by the finance committee and submission to the irs, a copy of form 990 is provided to each board member.”

“Upon joining the board or becoming a principal officer, each person receives a conflict of interest disclosure document that affirms such person will (i) strive to avoid conflicts of interest between the interests of fpcac on one hand, and personal, professional, and business interests (including related parties) on the other; (ii) as situations arise, make a full, written disclosure of interests, relationships, and holdings that could potentially result in a conflict of interest; and (iii) will submit himself/herself to the judgement and decision of the board or committee as appropriate to the matter being considered. Additionally, the disclosure document is reviewed & discussed at each annual board meeting and distributed with the minutes to board members and principal officers.”

“Information is available upon request.”

“The fernando pullum community arts center (pullum center) is a nonprofit organization providing free, quality performing arts instruction to more than 1,200 at-risk youth, ages 5 - 20.'' our vision is to use the performing arts to empower the children of south los angeles to understand their true value, impact their community as positive role models and inspire them to expand their dreams of who they can become. Our instruction includes musical instruments (e.g. Piano, guitar, saxophone, clarinet, flute, trumpet, trombone, and drums), voice, drama, dance, jazz band, music recording and film making. We teach students at our headquarters building as well as in neighboring schools, providing both after-school and in-school instruction. Students are given opportunities to perform in class showcases as well as in major musical productions that are staged each semester and open to the public. Advanced music students may join the center's jazz band which performs regularly at community and high-profile events that often involve major recording artists. In return for receiving instruction, the students commit to monthly community service activities involving the homeless and senior citizens. The pullum center's objectives are to: 1) improve students' academic success; 2) develop students' self-esteem and leadership skills, impart sense of belonging and reduce self-destructive behavior; 3) increase students' appreciation for the performing arts and how participation can improve their lives; and 4) contribute to local community through performances and service activities.”

“The process remains the same as prior year.”