Zero Prostate Cancer

“The executive committee is authorized to act on behalf of the board with the exception of the following actions: distributing funds beyond the scope of normal operations, approving significant transactions (including but not limited to dissolution, mergers, and asset transfers), altering board composition, or amending corporate governance documentation. The composition of the executive committee includes the following members: - board treasurer - board chair - board vice-chair - three at-large members”

“The following are the significant amendments made to zero's bylaws on march 28, 2024: - established term dates aligned with the fiscal year (april 1 - march 31). - introduced and defined the role of secretary. - included a requirement for contributions to zero with respect to fundraising performance. - designated c-suite personnel as officers of the organization. - eliminated the option for vice presidents to serve as officers of the organization. - removed the stipulation that the board secretary must be a member of the operations team. - established that the executive committee will be elected on an annual basis. - defined the subcommittees of the board.”

“Form 990 is reviewed by the ceo, the chair of the finance committee, the chair of the audit committee, the chair of the executive committee, and also provided to all board of directors before filing.”

“An annual coi policy document is issued to each board member, which they are required to review, disclose any potential or existing conflicts, sign, and return. In the instance of a conflict, the chairperson of the board or committee, as applicable, shall, if appropriate, appoint a disinterested person or committee to investigate the transaction or arrangement and recommend action steps.”

“The chief executive officer was hired by a recruiter who has experience and in-depth knowledge of the competitive salary rates for this position. The board of directors approved the compensation for the chief executive officer independently, without the participation of the interested person. Form 990, part vi, section b, line 15b: all current members of the c-suite have been hired by recruiters who have experience and in-depth knowledge of the competitive salary rates for these positions. The compensation of executive officers is determined by the ceo and approved by the board of directors.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial documents are available upon request. Financial documents are also available on the organization's website.”

“Other professional fees: program service expenses 267,551. Management and general expenses 14,669. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 282,220. Consultants: program service expenses 809,544. Management and general expenses 105,205. Fundraising expenses 37,769. Total expenses 952,518.”

“GRANT REFUNDS 202,142.”

“No processes have changed from the prior year.”