New Leaf Center

“The memberhip of the organization consists of (1) the members of the board of trustees and (2) other persons to whom the board of trustees may extend membership privileges.”

“The board of trustees/ directors shall nominate and elect officers of the governing body according to the guidelines and provisions in the organization's written code of regulations.”

“The organization currently has two affiliates that were established before formation of the filing organization. New leaf recognizes that the affiliated not-for-profit organizations share its exempt purpose and have similar activities and policies.”

“A preliminary copy of the tax return is prepared by an accounting firm and is provided to one of the board members for review. Once no changes are needed, the return will be signed and submitted to appropriate taxing authorities. The remaining board members may request and receive a copy of the filed return at any time.”

“Each director, principal officer, and member of a committee with the governing board delegated powers signs annually a statement which affirms they have received a copy of the policy, read and understand it, and has agreed to comply. The organization also uses periodic reviews and may utilize outside experts to monitor its activities on an on-going basis to ensure compliance with the policy.”

“THE ORGANIZATION MAKES A COPY OF IT'S FORM 1023 AND TAX RETURN AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC BY REQUEST AS REQUIRED BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE. THE ORGANIZATION'S 990 IS ALSO GENERALLY ACCESSIBLE ON-LINE THROUGH THE FOLLOWING WEB PAGE <www.guidestar.org>.”

“CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER - AKRON: Program service expenses 68,000. Management and general expenses 16,150. Fundraising expenses 850. Total expenses 85,000. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICE FEES: Program service expenses 1,279. Management and general expenses 304. Fundraising expenses 16. Total expenses 1,599.”