United Way of Pickens County

“The membership of the organization is composed of individuals and partner agencies.”

“The form 990 is presented to the finance committee of the organization for approval prior to submission. A copy of the 990 is provided to the board of directors for review and discussion at a regularly scheduled board meeting.”

“The organization annually monitors compliance with the conflict of interest policy. All employees, board members and committee members are required to disclose any conflicts annually. In connection with any actual or possible conflicts of interest, the person or company must disclose the existence of the potential conflict of interest and all pertinent material facts. The director and members of committees with board-delegated powers consider the proposed transaction or arrangement for approval or denial.”

“The executive committee of the board of directors serves as the compensation committee for the president. They are charged with conducting the annual performance review of the president. The presidents annual salary is determined based on performance from the previous year and a review of compensation of other similarly sized united way organizations in the same geographical area. The chair of the board presents the entire compensation package, including benefits, to the board for final approval. All other employee compensation is determined by the president and submitted to the board for approval.”

“Upon request, the public can receive any document open to public inspection including governing documents, financial statements, forms 990, bylaws or the conflict of interest policy.”

“In 2008, the united way of pickens county engaged in developing a three year strategic community impact plan. The community impact plans focus is education, income, and basic needs of the residents in the community. The organization has implemented the community impact plan and during the current year continuted to improve the plan and its operation. The changing needs of the community, especially during these economic times, are addressed and programs developed and implemented to meet those needs.”

“Noncash donations - clothing $754,430 noncash donations - vehicle $4,000 noncash donations - gift cards $250 noncash donations - school supplies $3,700 business meals - $4,997 small equipment - $5,482 repairs and maintenance - $7,253 dues - $5,219 united way of sc - $4,881”