Wellstar Foundation Inc.

“Board review of form 990 internal staff prepares the organization's form 990. Before filing the return with the internal revenue service an external accounting firm, pricewaterhousecoopers llp, reviews and sign-offs on the completed return. This reviewed form is then made available to both the organization's finance committee of the board of directors as well as the full board in the form of an electronic (pdf. Format) version and hard copy of the return. The organization's cfo or designee subsequently signs the return for either manual or electronic filing by the appropriate due date. Form 990, part vi, section b, line 12c conflict of interest policy our conflict of interest policy requires all covered persons to annually review the policy and then complete, sign and return the conflicts of interest survey and attestation to the compliance office. The policy requires an on-going disclosure obligation in the event a conflict arises during the year. The following is our process to regularly and consistently monitor and enforce the policy: compliance identifies all covered persons who must complete the survey and attestation. Compliance verifies that the survey and attestation is distributed to these persons. Compliance verifies that these persons return a fully completed and signed survey and attestation. Compliance reviews each completed and signed survey and attestation to identify all conflicts listed in the document. All conflicts, potential conflicts and incidences of non-compliance are referred to the chief compliance officer. The cco takes appropriate action to completely resolve all identified conflicts and incidences of non-compliance. Form 990, part vi, section b, lines 15a & 15b compensation of officers wellstar health system, inc. Has engaged sullivan cotter to work with the governing board to review and recommend executive compensation. The executive compensation process at wellstar is overseen by a committee of independent trustees, which follows a board-approved executive compensation philosophy. The compensation committee consists of five trustees as well as the ceo in an advisory role and not a voting member. Further in committee discussions about the compensation for the chief executive officer, the ceo will recuse him/herself from that process and is a non-voting committee member for discussions on all other officers. The executive compensation philosophy empowers the committee to oversee the executive compensation process and administer the executive compensation program on behalf of the full board of trustees of wellstar; provided, however, the full board of trustees evaluates and approves the compensation of the chief executive officer. The philosophy requires annual disclosure of the committee's actions and decisions to the full board, which it has done. The committee is guided by the board-approved philosophy. Overall, the philosophy is intended to reward for organizational and individual performance. Base compensation is targeted at the median base compensation paid to similar positions at similar organizations (the market). Officers of the company also receive variable compensation that is dependent on individual and organization performance. When performance is at a predetermined targeted level, the total compensation, both base and variable, is intended to be at or around the 75th% of compensation paid to similar positions at similar organizations. Wellstar's executive compensation philosophy defines the market as being comprised of comparable not-for-profit health care delivery systems, i.e., not-for-profit organizations similar in complexity and scale to wellstar. To assist the committee in fulfilling its duties, the committee engaged sullivan cotter to provide market compensation data to compare to the wellstar positions whose compensation the committee oversees. The committee uses this data to provide context when making decisions in administering the compensation program. Accurate minutes of the”

“Compensation all compensation amounts reported on form 990, part vii; part ix, lines 5-7; and schedule j represent compensation provided to individuals that provide services to the organization. Likewise, the number of employees reported on part v, line 2a represents the number of individuals providing services to the organization. All federal employment tax responsibilities for these individuals (including federal employment tax reporting responsibilities) are handled by wellstar health system, inc. (ein 58-1649541).”

“Organization's mission the organization's mission to create and deliver high quality hospital, physician and other healthcare-related services that improve the health and well-being of the individuals and communities we service. Our vision manifests itself through a wide variety of supportive endeavors by which we provide excellent, compassionate and holistic care. Form 990, part iii, line 4a program service accomplishments wellstar foundation is the development and fundraising center for wellstar health system, an organization described in irc section 501(c)(3). It is dedicated to serving our community and giving people the tools and facilities to become stronger and healthier. Wellstar foundation began in 1995 in response to medical advances needed by our healthcare system to continue the pursuit of world-class healthcare. From its modest beginnings with four dedicated and experienced team members to the current 14-member staff, the foundation has been instrumental in rallying employee, volunteer, corporate and community support for wellstar health system initiatives. The members of the foundation collaborate with other community leaders to raise funds and provide programs and services, which result in health improvements for all. Payments to hospital projects for the reporting period exceeded $1 million. Since 1985, the wellstar foundation has been at the forefront of securing life-saving resources for the wellstar health system. As a 501(c)(3) not-for profit organization, donations are critical in helping wellstar achieve its vision of delivering world-class healthcare. Each year, the foundation raises more than $4.5 million for the system. Donations are received from generous individuals, businesses and community organizations through annual gifts, tribute gifts, special events, strategic opportunities and legacy planning. Wellstars own team members donate $1 million each year through its team member giving program. Many team member donations are designated toward educational scholarships and emergency assistance for team members in need. Hospital auxiliaries contribute more than $700,000 annually that support enhancements at local wellstar facilities. Enhancement projects may benefit community members at their local hospital, health park, hospice, pediatric center or other wellstar facility. In the past, contributions to the foundation have supported the development of a cardiac rehabilitation healthy cooking demonstration kitchen, a hospital chapel for spiritual healing and a leading-edge cancer treatment center. Serving a diverse population, wellstar consistently seeks total patient wellness and works to ensure that all systems, within the hospital and community, support that focus. Through community partnerships, the wellstar foundation provides funding for a school health program that hosts more than 2,700 classes each year, cancer prevention programs that distribute free mammogram vouchers and provide free lung cancer screenings to uninsured and underinsured patients, and through a child safety program the foundation funds car seat inspections and provides free car seats, bicycle helmets and life jackets to those in need. Health, safety & education: wellstar foundation continues to have initiatives for fundraising that will help to improve the health of children and families in the wellstar service area with an emphasis on some of the following service lines and disciplines--cancer, cardiac, end-of-life, prevention & wellness, and overall facilities improvements. Over the past five years wellstar team members have donated over $4 million towards system initiatives through the annual employee giving campaigns. Charitable donations provide the medical technology our physicians use to treat and heal patients across a variety of service areas, including cancer, stroke, hospice, cardiology, pediatrics, womens health and more. As a leader in addressing the states opioid epidemic, the foundation supports wellstars initiati”

“Unrelated business income whs foundation, inc. Generated no unrelated business income ("ubi") for the reporting period. As a result the filed 990-t shows no activity. If subsequent review of the books reveals any unreported ubi we will file an amended return for the tax period ended june 30, 2018. Form 990, part vi, section a, lines 6, 7a & 7b powers of the board/organizational structure as per the articles of incorporation, the sole member of the organization is wellstar health system, inc., a ga nonprofit corporation. As sole member, wellstar health system, inc. Holds certain powers of election and approval in connection with the governing body of the organization. These powers are presented in detail in the company's governing documents, which the organization makes available to the public upon request. In furtherance of the foregoing, the board of trustees of the organization may not take any actions that in any way are inconsistent or conflict with the actions or directions of the board of trustees of wellstar health system, inc. The duties and responsibilities of the officers of the organization are delineated by the ceo of wellstar health system, inc., and the actions of the officers of the organization are subject to the approval of the ceo of wellstar health system, inc. Additionally wellstar health system, inc. Is the only corporate member of the organization and has expressly reserved certain powers as follows through the board of trustees or ceo of wellstar health system, inc.: a) appoint, elect, remove (if necessary) and fill vacancies of all trustees and executive and board officers of the organization; b) approve and revise the operating and capital budgets of the organization; c) approve all amendments to the articles of incorporation or the bylaws of the organization; d) approve any merger, sale, liquidation or voluntary bankruptcy or receivership petition of the organization; e) to implement policies and directives (including conflicts of interest) and to take any other action as provided in these bylaws; f) to be the point of contact with respect to vendors of the organization and to require the organization's participation in any agreement negotiated by wellstar as it relates to the organization; g) to adopt a strategic plan for the organization or approve or permit any material departure from a previously-approved strategic plan; h) add to, subtract from, revise or otherwise amend the purpose of the organization; i) enter into, participate in or renew any material strategic relationship, or create any new affiliate; j) approve the purchase or lease of assets or services other than pursuant to approved budgets; k) approve the incurrence of debt whether through loan, lease, installment purchase or other arrangement other than pursuant to approved budgets; l) approve the contribution, donation or transfer of assets with or without consideration to recipients outside wellstar health system, inc.; m) to require participation by the organization in wellstar health system, inc. Indebtedness of a taxable or non-taxable nature; and n) to access or require asset transfers (with or without consideration) by the organization to any wellstar health system, inc. Affiliate, for any purpose that it determines to be in the best interest of the system. As a result the same group of people who manage and direct the activities of wellstar health system, inc. Also manage and direct the activities of the organization.”