C a R E DBA the John 3 16 Center

“Prior to filing, the Form 990 will be reviewed by the Executive Director, and then distributed to the full board and the Finance Committee for review.”

“The Conflict of Interest policy is reviewed and signed at the beginning of each year by all staff and Board members with significant decision making authority. It is each signatory's obligation to disclose any potential conflict as soon as it is known, or reasonably should be known. Individuals with conflicts are excused from the room when matters related to the conflict are decided upon.”

“When our Executive Director's compensation package was revised during the budget planning process for 2019 (in 2018), the changes were recommended by the Finance Committee and Executive Committeee. They reviewed the compensation study published by the NC Center for Nonprofits for organizations of comparable size (staff and budget) and purpose. Since our area's cost of living is 80% of the average in the state, the comparable data was multiplied by 0.8 to determine the goal amount for salaries for the ED and all other positions. The set amount was less than this, as the raise involved is more than our budget could manage. The committees documented decisions made, which are retained on file.”

“The three most recent Form 990s (including financial information), the Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, Form 1023 Application for Exemption, and Conflict of Interest Policy are provided to the public upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Deepening Community Engagement - Three community cafes were held in Northampton County to determine how best our organization can support the efforts of other groups there. We identified concerns of residents and leaders, then began a colloborative to begin collectively address the concerns. We also attended 14 community events and shared information regarding our programs, provided resources, and engaged in discussions with parents as well as other community members. 1,723 individuals engaged in recreational activities through our programs and facilities.”