Linden Resources Inc

“In september 2015, linden restated its bylaws to include the compensation committee as a standing committee of the board of directors. Linden also amended its articles of incorporation to state that the organization has no members.”

“The board of directors has the power and authority to develop,adopt and oversee policies that will provide the framework for the operations of the corporation; it has the freedom to exercise independent judgment upon all matters, except as otherwise provided by law.”

“The audit committee receives the form 990 from the independent public accounting firm and reviews the form 990 for accuracy and disclosure. The form 990 is reviewed and accepted by the board of directors.”

“All employees and board members must read and sign the conflict of interest policy annually. They can report conflict of interest to the organization's hotline number/website. Any complaints are investigated by the audit chair. The audit committee is advised of all complaints.”

“Ceo compensation is reviewed by the full board annually according to board policy. Changes to compensation are based on established and board-approved goals for the fiscal year and a formal performance evaluation by a compensation task force and approved by the board.”

“The organization makes available its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements to the public upon request. The audit committee assists the board of directors in fulfilling its fiduciary responsibilities by overseeing the integrity, risk, and legal compliance associated with internal and external audit processes and assures the appointment qualifications and independence of the external auditors.”

“In january, 2016 our organization created two separate programs: the career readiness transition program and the integrated day support program. The career readiness transition program focuses exclusively on providing an evidence-based model of services called supported employment, to individuals who are interested in gaining community based employment. Integrated day support provides social and recreational programs to long-time linden community members who are not interested in gaining community based employment at this time. The career readiness transition program focuses exclusively on providing an evidence-based model of services, called supported employment, to individuals who are interested in gaining community based employment. The career readiness transition program is a twelve to eighteen month program where participants meet individually with workforce specialists to set and work toward employment goals. Services may include resume development, vocational assessment, and specialized accommodations support. Workforce specialists will engage community employers to find appropriate placements for the individuals in the program. The community integrated day support program focuses on daily living and job skills education with community integration activities and recreation for adults with disabilities. Program specialists assist each person to explore interests and support needs annually through a person-centered planning process. The ultimate goal is to increase participants' independence and assist in building healthy relationships in the local community while enhancing the diversity and human experience of the broader community. On october 2015, linden resources was awarded a five year federal grant through the u.s. Department of health and human services. The grant focus is to assist men with significant employment barriers to gain meaningful work, to improve their parental bond and to support healthy relationships.”

“On december 31, 2015, linden resources ended 'sheltered employment' for participants in our headquarter's program, and pro-actively created two new programs to replace sheltered employment. These new programs are in line with the employment first philosophy, as well as providing community integration and preparation for employment opportunities to the participants.”

“The process has not changed from the prior year.”