National Multiple Sclerosis Society Georgia Chapter

“Chapter membership consists of all persons who are members of the society and who reside within (or who have previously resided within and have indicated that they wish to retain their membership) the chapter's territory.”

“The chapter holds a meeting of its members annually for the purposes of electing a board of trustees, considering any reports that may be presented, and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting.”

“The chapter's audit committee reviews and approves the irs form 990 and accompanying schedules prior to distribution to the entire board. A copy of the irs form 990 and accompanying schedules is provided to the entire board with a period for providing comments, edits or corrections prior to submission to the irs.”

“On an annual basis, chapter management reviews the conflict of interest disclosure forms filed by trustees, officers and employees for potential conflicts. Potential conflicts of interest are presented to the chapter's audit committee for review. Where conflicts exist, a conflict resolution report is created and the trustee, officer or employee is not allowed to participate in any vote or discussion of the disclosed matter. At the current time, no potential conflicts of interest have been identified.”

“The compensation committee of the national board of directors is provided with internal and external salary data for society leadership and management team - which includes the presidents. The committee provides input to the ceo on the compensation recommendations. In addition, the president's performance is evaluated annually by executive vice president, leadership and organizational development with input provided by the president review and professional development advisory committee of the chapter board of trustees.”

“The compensation committee of the national board of directors is provided with internal and external salary data for society leadership and management team - which includes the presidents. The committee provides input to the ceo on the compensation recommendations. In addition, the president's performance is evaluated annually by executive vice president, leadership and organizational development with input provided by the president review and professional development advisory committee of the chapter board of trustees.”

“The chapter's governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available upon request. The chapter's irs form 990 and financial statements are available on the chapter's website.”

“Community programs- expenses of 260,691 the society collaborates with dozens of community organizations, focusing on access to healthcare, rehabilitation, treatments and therapies; long- term care; disability rights issues; vocational training and rehab, wellness and fitness; and outreach and education to rural and underserved populations. Year. Professional education and training- expenses of 86,538 the society keeps healthcare providers engaged in patient care by keeping them abreast of new diagnostic techniques, therapies, etc. Information and education is provided to thousands of professionals through the society's clinical care network, md on call program, and educational materials for physical and occupational therapists, mental health professional, nurses and others. A free quarterly newsletter is emailed to more than 18,000 professionals, and the society's diagnostic and symptom management mobile app has been downloaded more than 66,300 times. Society activities- expenses of 17,897”