Washington Filmworks

“The organization has appointed members, contributing members, and active members. Appointed members are the directors who are appointed by the Governer of the State of Washington. Contributing members make contributions to the organization's programs. Active members are those whose background or experience indicate they will support the purposes of the entity.”

“The Governor of the State of Washington appoints the board of directors for the organization.”

“Members have the right to vote on possible mergers or consolidations, dissolutions, altering the classes or voting rights of members, and approval of amendments to the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws.”

“The Executive Director, Director of Operations and Finance, Contract Accountant, Board of Directors, and the Executive Committee all review the Form 990. The draft Form 990 is sent to the entire board of directors via email. The board of directors can review, comment or question items if needed. If changes are made to the draft Form 990, a final version will be provided to the board members afer the changes have been made and before filing with the IRS.”

“The organization asks for conflict of interst forms to be completed by each board of directors member, employees, and key contractors annually. The Executive Committee or, if they cannot, our law firm of record determines if a conflict of interest exists. If a conflict is found a full report is made to the full board, board members must vote on, approve or recommend any transaction in which he or she has an actual or potential conflict of interest. The board member is asked to leave the meeting during the discussion and vote.”

“The Board Chair convenes a compensation committee that reviews the Executive Director's pay history and published surveys of nonprofit executive director compensation from Archbright and provided the Director of Operations and Finance with the Executive Directors compensation amount.”

“Upon request.”