Chattanooga Room in the Inn Inc

“The organization's finance committee will review the form 990 prior to its filing. This review process ensures transparency and accountability in financial reporting and governance. The finance committee will conduct an initial review and provide any necessary feedback or clarification.”

“The organization monitors and enforces the conflict of interest policy through proactive disclosure requirements, annual acknowledgments, and ongoing oversight by leadership and the board of directors. All board members, staff, and key volunteers are required to complete a conflict of interest disclosure form annually and to update it immediately if circumstances change. During meetings where decisions are made, individuals are reminded of their obligation to disclose any potential conflicts. If a conflict is identified, the individual is required to recuse themselves from related discussions and decisions. The executive director and/or board governance committee reviews disclosures and ensures compliance. Any violations of the policy are addressed promptly and may result in disciplinary action, up to and including removal from a position of responsibility.”

“The compensation of the executive director is reviewed and approved annually by the full board of directors. This process is conducted by independent members of the board who are not compensated by the organization. As part of this review, the board uses comparable compensation data from similar organizations to ensure fairness and alignment with industry standards. The deliberations and decisions are documented in board meeting minutes to provide contemporaneous substantiation, in compliance with irs best practices for reasonable compensation. This process helps ensure transparency, accountability, and adherence to the organization's conflict of interest and governance policies.”

“Documents open to public inspection are available at the office upon request and on their website.”

“In the fiscal year 2025, chattanooga room in the inn launched its aftercare program to provide continued support for families transitioning out of the shelter-to-stability program. This new initiative offers up to one year of individualized follow-up, including monthly check-ins with a criti social worker. The aftercare program focuses on five key areas - family, career, finances, health, and housing - to ensure long-term stability and prevent a return to homelessness. Through ongoing care coordination and referrals, families receive the tools and guidance they need to maintain their progress and remain housed.”

“Contracted services: program service expenses 15,994. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 15,994. Guest services: program service expenses 46,014. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 46,014. Community assessment: program service expenses 33,200. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 33,200.”

“The process of selecting an independent auditor and overseeing the audit has not changed from the prior year.”