Amanda Hope Rainbow Angel'S

“Executive director founder, lorraine tallman, and marty tallman, founder chair of planned giving, have a familial relationship per the irs definition of a relative.”

“The treasurer of the organization distributes a pdf copy of the 990 to all board members for review and comment prior to the return being filed.”

“At each board and committee meeting, if there is a discussion of selecting or engaging a vendor or service provider, all in attendance are asked to recuse themselves from this discussion if there could be a perceived conflict. Annually, the organization reviews and discusses the conflict of interest policy and requests that each board member list and acknowledge any known conflicts.”

“The board may hire and compensate individuals for necessary services rendered to the organization so long as such compensation is reasonable. The board shall determine reasonable compensation amounts based upon compensation paid by similarly situated nonprofits for like services. The board may rely upon salary studies, as well as data regarding compensation paid by at least three specific peer organizations of similar size to determine reasonable compensation. The terms of such compensation, information relied upon to determine the terms of any compensation, and its source shall be recorded in writing.”

“An individual who is a voting member of the board or a committee with the board delegated powers and who receives compensation, directly or indirectly, from the foundation for services is precluded from participating in discussions or voting on their own compensation.”

“The organization will provide in a timely manner, copies of all governing documents including its conflict of interest policies and financial statements when requested in writing or in person.”

“New program service for 2016 provided free behavioral health counseling and therapy for the siblings and the parents that are often forgotten in the focus on the patient. We collaborate with the child life specialists and social workers to provide identified services. Our major distractions program gives in-hospital patients a respite from treatment with celebrations, meals, spa day, car days and other special events. On the professional side, we promote the family centered care model and reach out to healthcare professionals with classes and meetings. Our outreach program includes speaking engagements, print articles, tv and radio appearances all to spread the word about childhood cancer and the support and services we provide for pediatric patients and families. We are pleased to share that in 2016 we were able to help and support 2600 clients children and family members.”

“Other professional fees total 33,935, consultants and contract labor 27,215, 9,880 program expense, -0- admin, 10,615 fundraising 6,720 grant writers, -0- program, -0- admin, 6,720 fundraising expense.”