Washington Regional Transplant Community

“There shall be an executive committee of the board of directors. The executive committee shall have and may exercise such authority and powers as are permitted under applicable law, and shall (except as the board of directors may otherwise direct) act for the board of directors between its meetings.”

“The form 990 and all attachments are sent to the executive committee and the chairperson of the audit and compliance committee for review before the form is finalized and filed with the irs.”

“The organization's audit and compliance committee regularly reviews the compliance of conflict of interest forms and matters of concern that may arise, and receives regular reporting on whether any compliance issues have been raised. The corporation compliance officer monitors the entire program as well, and has the authority to raise questions or concerns as needed.”

“On a three-year cycle, the compensation range for each position in the organization, including the ceo and key employees, is reviewed. Independent external data is researched to ensure that the compensation for employees is in line with comparable positions at other like organizations. The compensation ranges are approved by the personnel and compensation committee (p & c) which is a standing committee of the board of directors. Once approved, the p & c presents recommendations for board approval. Once the board approves, the ranges are implemented. The last review took place in april 2018. In addition, the ceo's salary was originally established by contract, and any change in base salary or additional compensation are specifically approved by the executive committee of the board.”

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

“Professional and contract: program service expenses 1,094,456. Management and general expenses 245,206. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 1,339,662. Professional and public education: program service expenses 705,315. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 705,315. Recruitment: program service expenses 21,036. Management and general expenses 1,169. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 22,205.”

“The organization has not changed its audit oversight process or selection process of an independent auditor during the year.”