Aeris Insight Inc.

“Prior to filing the form 990, the chief executive officer reviews the form for accuracy and then forwards it to the treasurer and financial committee of the board. In addition, the organization sends an electronic copy of the form 990 to the full board of directors. This is for informational purposes and to allow for comments from the board, but does not require action from the board.”

“Each year the board of directors signs an annual disclosure statement which states that they do not have an existing or potential conflict of interest as covered by aeris insight, inc.s conflict of interest policy. If the board member has an existing conflict, they must list it in the disclosure statement. If a conflict arises at any time, the board member must disclose the existence, nature and extent of the conflict in a separate written statement (if it is known in advance) or orally at a board meeting and may voluntarily recuse himself or herself from deliberations or actions by the board.”

“Form 990, part vi, section b, line 15:the board of aeris insight, inc. Bases executive compensation on the cdfi loan fund industry, using the most recently available industry survey published from time to time by opportunity finance network. Compensation for the president and ceo is reviewed annually through a performance assessment conducted by the board of directors. The board chair manages this process by reviewing the president and ceos performance against set goals. Aeris insight, inc. Uses a documented process of self assessment and performance review.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“Ratings Analyst Consulting:Program Service Expenses $394,385Other Contractors:Program Service Expenses $ 20,801Total Other Fees on Form 990,Part IX, Line 11G, Col A $415,186”

“Form 990, part 1, line 1 and part iii, line 1:aeris insight,inc. Strives to increase the flow of capital benefiting low-income and disadvantaged people and communities by creating greater transparency and accountability among mission-driven nonprofits and enterprises. Aeris insight, inc. Provides comprehensive, third-party analysis of community development financial institutions (cdfis) and related data that aids investors and donors in their investment decision-making. Subscribers to the aeris rating service can use these high quality, efficient, and rigorous analyses of impact performance and financial strength and performance to guide investment decisions.”