Just Enterprises Inc.

“Form 990 is annually reviewed by the executive director, board treasurer and members of the finance committee prior to filing.”

“If an issue is to decided by the board that involves a potential conflict of interest for a board member, it is a responsibility of that board member to: 1) identify potential conflict of interest, 2) not participate in the discussion of the board action being considered and 3) not vote on the issue. It is the responsibility of the board to record in the minutes of the meeting both the potential conflict of interest and the actions taken as a result of the procedures outlines in the policy (the abstention of a board member from a vote).”

“An annual review is undertaken during the budgeting process for the coming year. This is handled by the finance committee and presented to the full board when the annual budget is presented for approval.”

“These documents are avalible upon request.”

“Just creations is a not for profit fair trade store that opened in april 1990 in order to provide marketing assistance to low income artisans in the developing world. Just creations features handmade products from talanted artisans from over 40 countries around the world. Just creations is proud to be a part of a network of stores throughout the world who purchas from fair trade organizations who work with artisans and ensure they are paid fairly for their handcrafts and treated fairly in the workplace. An essential part of just creations is educational outreach, whereby staff and volunteers go out into the community to educate the public about fair trade, tell stories of the artisans, and help people understans how a purchase of a fair trade product makes a difference in the lives of people around the world. We served more than 3,400 patrons throughout the year, brought on 20 new volunteers, and hosted 28 events or educational presentations with 735 participants. We added 3 new vendors to expand our product offerings.”