The Elaine Clark Center Inc

“The finance committee of the board of directors and the executive director review and approve the 990 prior to filing. The board of directors has access to the draft of the 990 through the finance committee chair.”

“Before any new board member is brought on to the board, the nominating committee explains to them conflict of interests and discusses the fact whether or not they have a any conflicts of interest with the organization. If there are potential conflicts, the nominating committee determines whether or not the conflicts would keep the potential board members from serving. Then on an annual basis the executive committee monitors the board for any potential conflicts of interest by asking board members directly, or by reminding board members at meetings the ramifications of having conflicts of interest. In addition as new projects are started, board members are asked if they have any conflicts of interest with this project.”

“The personnel committee determines the compensation for the executive director. On a bi-annual basis they determine the industry norm for this salary based on other non-profits of a similar size serving a similar population. They then look at that information and determine whether or not the salary of the executive director is inline with the industry standards. Based on that they may adjust they salary, this is done upon approval of the board when the chair of the personnel committee proposes the change of salary which includes substantiation for the change.”

“Documents are made available upon request.”

“The elaine clark center enables children and young adults of all abilities to become confident and contributing citizens of the community through an innovative model of education, therapeutic play, and experiential opportunities.”

“In 2023-2024 the center served 99 children and young adults from the age of 6 weeks to 25 years old. 85% of those have special needs. The center served 39 children in child development, 37 youth in the out of school services program, 10 young adults in ecc life, and 12 children in the academy. Services summary child development naeyc accredited childcare with reggio and montessori life skills approaches in an inclusive environment where children with special needs learn & play alongside children who are typically developing. Early intervention developmental screenings, assessments, & goal planning that supports children with special needs to overcome cognitive and physical obstacles & effectively participate in their surrounding environments. Therapeutic intervention program - tip interventions conducted on site by a talented team of occupational and physical therapists and speech language pathologists. Echo out of school services daily after school enrichment and camps during school breaks for children with special needs featuring inclusive components and safe socialization. Heart of hope academy georgia accrediting commission certified k-12 educational program for children with special needs emphasizing functional life skills training, adaptive technologies, applied academic curriculum, and community based vocational training.”