Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville Inc.

“Form 990 is made available to member of the finance committee and the executive director prior to submission to the irs.”

“Officers and directors of the organization must sign a written conflict of interest policy statement at the beginning of their term. The organization regulary monitors any potential conflicts of interest.”

“Finance committe and board of directos discuss and vote upon compensation amounts for the organization's executive director and other employees.”

“Finance committe and board of directos discuss and vote upon compensation amounts for the organization's executive director and other employees.”

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“Weight watchers: the dsaj seeks to provide healthy lifestyle instruction and motivation to individuals with down syndrome and other developmental disabilities. The dsaj has partnered with weight watchers which provides classes on healthy eating and weight loss instruction. A variety of exercise instruction is also offered. Basketball program: the dsaj basketball team meets weekly at hendricks avenue baptist church. We accommodate players ages 6 years and above. Our season begins in february and runs through august. Although this program is sponsored by dsaj, it is not limited to children with down syndrome: all children with varying disabilities are welcome to participate. Soccer program: the dsaj sponsors a soccer team that plays each saturday morning. The annual season typically starts the last saturday in october and runs through the end of february. The team is open to anyone with a developmental disability regardless of age. The players are grouped into teams based on age and soccer skills. Our purpose is to provide an environment in which everyone can participate, exercise safely, learn how to play as a team and make friends. We emphasize safety, team spirit and good sportsmanship conduct. Starz dance and cheer: the starz cheerleader group is for boys and girls. We meet weekly to prepare for performances. Our starz perform at events within the community as well as various dsaj celebrations. During the year, approximately ___ indivuals participated in the wellness and fitness programs.”

“Dsaj provides various support services in northeast florida whose focus is to provide awareness and education and to help individuals with down syndrome reach their potential. The organization has over 1,600 individuals, families and community members.”

“Payroll service fees 294 196 0 speech therapy assistance 18,083 0 0 physical therapy 975 0 0 computer tutoring 2,668 0 0 occupational therapy 7,292 0 0 miscellaneous filing fees 0 3,829 0 employment program 37,958 0 0 staff development 0 1,541 0 total 67,270 5,566 0”