Convoy of Hope

“Business relationships: board members mr. Mills and mr. Corey have a family relationship. Key employees rick waggoner and daniel clark, jr have a business relationship.”

“Process to review the form 990: the form 990 is prepared by an independent accounting firm based on the audited financial statements and information provided by the finance department of the organization. The draft of the 990 is reviewed and discussed by the organization's audit committee. Copies of the final form 990 are emailed to each board member prior to the filing deadline. In the event the organization is unable to provide the forms prior to filing, copies are provided to board members as soon as possible. Board members are asked to review the return individually and to contact the preparer, other board members, and/or executive officers with any questions or concerns.”

“Process for monitoring compliance with conflict of interest policy: annually, each decision maker (e.g. Directors, officers, and other employees who can influence the actions of the organization or its board, or make commitments on their behalf) is required to complete the annual conflicts of interest questionnaire confirming that all conflicts and potential conflicts existing during the prior year, or currently existing, have been disclosed. The organization's finance/compliance department compiles, summarizes, and reports on the total conflict of interest questionnaires issued and completed, as well as a summary of possible conflicts. The reporting is reviewed by the organization's president and board chairman to determine whether the reported transaction and/or other conflicting relationship is just, fair, and reasonable.”

“Review of ceo or top management official compensation: a board level compensation committee meets annually to evaluate the executive compensation program and monitors the program in place. Compensation of the organization's ceo/president, executive staff, and staff with family member relationships are reviewed and approved by this executive compensation committee. Comparability data is used in determining the salaries and bonuses of the ceo/president and senior vp/coo. The executive compensation committee reviewed executives and related family members in accordance with the compensation committees role during 2017. Compensation for all other management and staff level employees is approved by the ceo/president in conjunction with the svp/chief operating officer and human resource department. The organization documents the basis for its executive compensation determinations in the organization's minutes and other internal documents, which are created at the time compensation is approved and reflect the reasons underlying particular compensation determinations.”

“Governing documents available to the public: the audited financial statements, forms 990 and 990-t are posted on the organization's website. The form 1023, conflict of interest policy and other governing documents are made available upon written request.”

“Board member compensation: chairman brad rosenberg received $18,000 for convoy of hope ambassador services. No board members received payment for their services as board members.”

“Continued international community development detail: in 2017, convoy of hope distributed over 42 million meals to more than 177,000 children in 11 program countries, educated over 79,582 children and parents on nutrition, hygiene, and/or sanitation, conducted 48,005 individual training sessions covering hygiene, hand washing, dental care, diet diversity, food storage, breast feeding, disease control, budgeting, women's health and values. Trained 3,826 individuals in agriculture, and worked with over 2,788 women and girls in health and empowerment trainings, 655 of which participated in income generating projects. The organization assisted 478 communities and schools with gardens. Convoy of hope had 11,095 volunteers internationally giving 1,125,557 volunteer hours to assist with projects. (unaudited). In addition to ongoing normal operational activities, groups in 8 countries were assisted in helping displaced people due to violence in their home countries. Assistance ranged from early family care kits, clothing, meals, and hygiene essentials. In addition, the organization conducts field teams to help accomplish program goals and give those outside the organization opportunities to serve around the world. In 2017, 58 field teams, comprised than 879 volunteers from churches, universities and/or other groups or organizations, served in 5 countries, including the united states. Field team projects include such things as construction/building, refurbishing schools, churches, and program centers, and assisting in agriculture-based projects (unaudited). Domestic community involvement- the organization resources, trains and empowers churches throughout the united states so they can enhance their presence and help strengthen their communities. The goal is to mobilize and empower churches, local partners and other civic leaders in serving impoverished sectors of their communities to help elevate the financial, social and physical needs of their neighbors. In 2017, convoy of hope resourced, empowered, and partnered with rural churches through training, mentoring and coaching to enhance local presence and help strengthen communities. Convoy of hope conducted 101 pastoral trainings, distributed over 90,769 pairs of shoes, and served 1,201 churches to include almost 96,000 guests of honor. (unaudited). Form 990, part iii, line 4d description of other program services: community events/outreach - the organization provides guests of honor with unconditional love and acceptance through the mobilization, training, and resourcing of volunteers from local churches, businesses, and communities. Inner city outreach events, primarily conducted in the united states, feature cost-free resources such as medical and dental screenings, haircuts, food, job placement assistance, connection to local churches and community organizations, entertainment and groceries. During 2017, convoy of hope conducted 24 community outreaches across 21 u.s. Cities. In doing so, convoy of hope provided groceries, health screenings and more to over 83,000 guests, mobilized over 1,700 churches/organizations and engaged more than 22,000 volunteers (unaudited).”

“Other changes in net assets: $ 291,525 coh europe inherent contribution”