Children'S Flight of Hope

“The executive committee (committee) is established under article vi of the corporation's bylaws (bylaws) and has the authority to act on behalf of the full board of directors (board) of children's flight of hope (organization), within its authority and within the parameters of actions reserved for full board. This committee will prioritize the most important issues for the board to address, vet through issues thoroughly, and steer the full board toward effective and responsible leadership. The executive committee will react to urgent or time-sensitive matters as needed. All committee members will also be members of the full board, will be appointed per cfoh by-laws, and will include: ceo board chair immediate past chair treasurer secretary the chair of the board of directors will serve as chair of the executive committee. The president and chief executive officer shall serve as a non-voting member ex-officio of the executive committee. The immediate past chair shall serve as a non-voting member of the executive committee. The secretary shall serve as the chair of the governance committee and as a member of the executive committee. The treasurer shall serve as the chair of the finance committee and as a member of the executive committee.”

“Jen wade (board member) is the coo for callahan construction. Matt callahan (ceo of callahan construction) is also a board member.”

“The organization's bylaws were amended december 2, 2024, with the following changes: 1. Reduced the maximum number of board members from 20 to 19. 2. Established "emeritus board members" with no voting rights. 3. Designated that the organization's president and ceo is an ex officio, non-voting member of the board. 4. Clarified that any board member can be removed from the board, with or without cause. 5. Board members are generally elected at the board's annual meeting, but vacancies can be filled at a meeting of the board following the occurrence of a vacancy. 6. Added an article specifiying the events that would dissolve the organization 7. Added an article with general provisions, including a corporate seal, a process for amending the bylaws and setting the organization's fiscal year, requiring a conflict of interest policy with annual disclosure requirements for all officers and board members, and allowing the organization to conduct actions via electronic means, such as electronic mail. 8. Added an article of indemnification detailng protections for board members.”

“The board chair, ceo, coo and finance committee all review and approve the 990. They then provide it to the entire governing body for review and questions, before being filed.”

“All officers and directors are required to annually acknowldge in writing that they have received a copy of the coflicts of interest policy, have read and understand it, and agree to comply with the policy. When a potential conflict arises regarding an action before the board, the interested person may make a presentation to the board on the matter but must leave the meeting during the discussion and vote.”

“The board of directors formally evaluates the ceo's performance on an annual basis. The process is led by the executive committee of the board, in executive session with no staff present. The executive comittee makes compensation recommendations to the full board for approval. The process described here was last completed in 2024.”

“Form 990 is made available to the public upon request.”

“Governing documents, the conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are maintained in the organization's office and are made available to the public upon request.”

“Children's flight of hope (cfoh) provides flights to essential, life-changing, and life-saving medical care for children in need. Together with our donors, partners, and champions, we help ease the emotional and financial burden on families, with flights for children and caregivers every time they travel for specialized careno matter how far, no matter how often. Cfoh exists to eliminate transportation as a barrier to accessing health care, especially for children facing rare or complex medical conditions that require treatment from pediatric specialists located far from home. Our mission addresses key social determinants of health by improving access to care, reducing financial toxicity associated with long-distance travel, and supporting families navigating serious childhood illness. Many of the children we serve are living with rare diseases, chronic illnesses, or medically complex diagnoses that demand repeated and specialized interventions. Without our services, families would be forced to postpone care, endure long and costly travel, or forgo treatment entirely. Cfoh ensures equitable access to care regardless of geography, financial status, or diagnosis. Our commitment to health equity is reflected in our wraparound supporteach flight coordinated by cfoh represents a tangible step toward reducing disparities in pediatric care. We partner with hospitals, social workers, and other referral networks to identify families most at risk of care disruption due to distance or cost.”

“Children's flight of hope (cfoh) provides flights to essential, life-changing, and life-saving medical care for children in need. Together with our donors, partners, and champions, we help ease the emotional and financial burden on families, with flights for children and caregivers every time they travel for specialized careno matter how far, no matter how often. Cfoh exists to eliminate transportation as a barrier to accessing health care, especially for children facing rare or complex medical conditions that require treatment from pediatric specialists located far from home. Our mission addresses key social determinants of health by improving access to care, reducing financial toxicity associated with long-distance travel, and supporting families navigating serious childhood illness. Many of the children we serve are living with rare diseases, chronic illnesses, or medically complex diagnoses that demand repeated and specialized interventions. Without our services, families would be forced to postpone care, endure long and costly travel, or forgo treatment entirely. Cfoh ensures equitable access to care regardless of geography, financial status, or diagnosis. Our commitment to health equity is reflected in our wraparound supporteach flight coordinated by cfoh represents a tangible step toward reducing disparities in pediatric care. We partner with hospitals, social workers, and other referral networks to identify families most at risk of care disruption due to distance or cost.”

“The amount reported for contributions line 1 was inadvertently overstated on the return as originally filed. This amended return corrects the amount to reconcile to the organization's audited financial statements.”

“The amount reported for non-cash contributions line 1 was inadvertently overstated on the return as originally filed. This amended return corrects the amount reconcile to the organization's audited financial statements.”

“The amount reported for contributions of airline miles on line 25 was inadvertently overstated on the return as originally filed. This amended return, corrects the amount to reconcile to the organization's audited financial statements.”