The Genesis Health Foundation Inc

“The sole member of the organization is genesis health, inc. (doing business as brooks health system), a florida not for profit corporation.”

“The number of directors of the organization shall be not less than five or such greater number as may be established from time to time by the sole member of the organization. The directors shall be designated annually by the sole member of the organization, to hold office for one year or until their successors are designated and qualify.”

“The organization shall not, without the prior approval of the sole member of the organization, perform any of the following acts: - approve any annual or long term capital and operational budgets or any changes therein exceeding five percent of the total original budget, - approve any new, or any changes to existing long-term or master institutional plans of the organization, - approve a plan of dissolution of the organization, - agree to any contract or engage in any transaction where the amount involved exceeds $100,000, - approve a plan of merger or consolidation of the organization with another organization, - organize or acquire, or authorize or approve the organization or acquisition of, any subsidiary or affiliate of the organization.”

“The form 990 was prepared by management. The form was reviewed internally and then posted to a secure internal website assessible by all board members. Form 990 was presented to the audit committee for review. The audit committee then prepared a summary that was presented to the board of directors.”

“Each year board members are required to complete a form that will disclose any relationships that may create a conflict of interest. The forms are reviewed by management and any concerns are referred to the board if necessary.”

“Genesis health uses an outside consultant for all officer, executive, and top management official compensation decisions. The compensation committee of the board of directors must approve any and all decisions regarding executive pay.”

“Genesis health uses an outside consultant for all officer, executive, and top management official compensation decisions. The compensation committee of the board of directors must approve any and all decisions regarding executive pay.”

“The organization's governing documents, financial statements, and conflict of interest policy are made available to the public upon request.”

“The organization is a subsidiary of genesis health, inc., a 501(c)(3) organization. The board of directors of this organization fails to have a majority of independent board members per the definition provided by the irs. Please note, however, that the sole member organization has a majority independent board of directors, and through its membership provides governance oversight over the filing organization. Please see the responses to form 990, part vi, lines 6 through 7b for details on the sole member and its authority.”

“The organization's form 990 is available upon request. Additionally, recent filings of the form are available on guidestar.org.”

“Adjustment to Funds Held For Affiliates - 271568; Total - 271568;”

“This process has not changed from the prior year.”

“The foundation is a publically supported charity established to support the operations of brooks rehabilitation programs and services. The foundation receives funding primarily through individual donations and fundraising events. In 2024, the foundation received approximately $1.3m in contributions. Additionally, brooks' employees donated $82k to provide patients the medically necessary equipment and medications. Funds rasied by the foundation help support the many brooks community benefit programs. Brooks community benefit programs as the most comprehensive rehabilitation services provider, brooks recognized the need to provide services and opportunities for patients after discharge and became a leader in reinventing ways to further the care of people living with disabilities. In addition to the full continuum of post-accute services, brooks rehabilitation provides ongoing community benefit programs and resources for people living with disabilities to promote their social, emotional and physical well being long term. Because brooks rehabilitation believes in giving back, all the community benefit programs are offered at little or no cost to participants. These community benefit programs are highlighted below: adaptive sports and recreation (adult and pediatric) the adaptive sports and recreation community programs offer many different activities for all ages, including but not limited to wheel-chair basketball, quad rugby, painting, wheel-chair tennis, yoga, bowling, bocce ball, billiards, power soccer, water skiing and many more. Those living with disabilites who participate in the adaptive sport and recreation programs, build strength and self confidence, enjoy competitive activities, gain body awareness and independence, learn new life skills and make new friends. Brain injury clubhouse the brooks brain injury clubhouse offers activities and training for individuals who have experienced a brain injury. This uniquely designed program is the only one in the state of florida and one of only 24 worldwide. The clubhouse helps individuals regain social, physical, cognitive and vocational abilities. In addition to activites such as fitness, dance and art, participants also have the opportunity to manage clubhouse operations, connect in the community and potentially return to the workplace. Neuro recovery centers the brooks neuro recovery centers offer the latest technology and equipment for customized rehabilitation and therapy. This unique gym allows those with disabilities to improve functional movement and abilities. All participants receive an evaluation and an individualized program designed to maximize their potential for neuroplasticity recovery and wellness. Aphasia center seeing a growing need, brooks opened the area's first aphasia center in 2015 based on recommendations from therapy staff. The brooks aphasia center provides therapy and support for those living with aphasia due to stroke, traumatic brain injury, brain tumors and other neurological disorders. The center offers two specific programs. First the community aphasia program encourages multi-modailty communication techniques and builds confidence in communicating. The second program is a six week intensive and immersive rehabilitation approach. In addtion, research inniatives focus on understanding best practice care and support through the collection of data. School re-entry program when asked what they want, children with disabling injuries or illness say that they want to return to school to be with their friends. Brooks rehabilitation is the sole provider of school re-entry services in northeast florida and the state designated treatment facility for brain and spinal cord injuries for children. The program includes education for classmates, school professionals and families to help them understand the challenges and needs of a student transitioning back into school and their communities. Helen's house brooks' 40 unit hospitality house offers temporary, very”