Young Men'S Christian Association of the Suncoast Inc

“The executive committee includes the officers of the board of directors, the immediate past chairperson, plus the chairpersons of each of the standing committees. The executive committee has the full power and authority to supervise and act upon all business requiring immediate attention during intervals between the regular meetings of the board of directors. The chairperson of the association shall also serve as chairperson of the executive committee. One half of the membership of the executive committee shall constitute a quorum.”

“Directors david brandon and justin kelly have a business and family relationship.”

“The ymca of the suncoast board members receive an emailed copy of the complete form 990 as ultimately filed with the irs. The board may review the information, make inquiries regarding the 990 and make recommendations for changes prior to approving the 990 for filing. The cfo and ceo review the complete form and oversee the preparation of inputs and processes.”

“In april or may of each year, the ymca of the suncoast distributes to all full-time staff, volunteers serving in a decision-making capacity (the executive board members and its finance and audit committee members), a conflict-of-interest statement of disclosure questionnaire to be completed and retained at the association offices. The forms are completed and saved electronically in an online reporting system which manages the questionnaire distribution and response collection. Disclosures of conflicts are reviewed by the cfo and ceo. Per policy guidelines, during meetings or activities, the volunteer, full-time staff of board member will disclose any interests in a transaction or decision in which their individual (including business or other nonprofit affiliation), family and/or significant other, employer or close associates will receive a benefit or gain. After disclosure, the volunteer, full-time staff, or board member will be asked to leave the room for the discussion and will not be permitted to vote on the question.”

“The approval of executive compensation took place in march 2024 by the executive compensation committee and then in april by the board. The chief administration officer presented the committee information on current compensation of executives and comparable salary data. The committee reviewed the data and approved the compensation as not excessive. Pursuant to the agenda of the board of director's meeting held april 25, 2024, the board chairman presented the exhibit from the executive compensation committee reflecting that "pursuant to federal intermediate sanctions legislation, the compensation committee met, reviewed comparable salaries for similarly situated ymca executives and it has concluded that pay and other compensation given to the senior executives at the ymca of the suncoast is appropriate and not excessive". The board approved the compensation as not excessive.”

“Governing documents, the conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request. In addition, the financial statements are posted on the organization's website at www.ymcasuncoast.org/programs/community/annual-reports.”

“We have strengthened our community for over 65 years to achieve greater health in spirit, mind, and body. The ymca strengthens the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Focusing on nurturing the god-given potential of every child and teen, improving the nation's health and well-being, and providing opportunities to give back to our community and support neighbors, the ymca enables people and communities to be healthy, confident, connected, and secure. Each day, we work with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We are committed as an organization to embedding our core mission and global strategies into operational and program areas, enhancing our ability to serve everyone in our communities - especially underserved populations - and to build stronger, more connected communities. The y's programs and initiatives align with our mission, from quality out-of-school programming and life-saving swim lessons to value-based youth sports and engaging healthy activities for the entire family.”

“Pinellas school age programs launched a before- and after-school program at lift academy (learning independence for tomorrow) in clearwater, fl, to support neurodiverse children.”

“In november 2024, the clearwater y in motion branch discontinued group exercise classes at its leased facility; however, early learning readiness programming will continue to be offered at this location.”

“The organization has an audit committee that assumes the responsibility for the oversight of the audit of the organization's financial statements and the selection of the independent accountant. This process has been consistent in recent years.”