The Ruth Bancroft Garden Inc

“Directors Gretchen Bartzen and Mike Rippey are in a partnership.Directors Earl Ruby and Susan Ruby are married.Directors Bernie Rose and Julie Rose are married.”

“Form 990 is prepared by an outside tax professional. The form is then reviewed bythe organization's management, at least one member of the board of directors, and the executive director. After a full review, the final version of the tax return is provided to all members of the organization's voting body. A representative of management authorizes the final form 990 which is then e-filed with the internal revenue service.”

“Members of the board of directors review all potential conflicts of interest at least annually. The executive director and all board members are required to disclose potential conflicts and any related party affiliations. The organization seeks full transparency on all relationships. Any potential conflicts (in fact or appearance) are discussed openly and resolved in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.”

“Members of the board of directors review the compensation of all high-level personnel periodically in accordance with irs rules and regulations. Efforts are made to secure compensation data from industry sources in order to determine competitiveness and appropriateness of salaries. Every effort is made to ensure that the process is thorough and transparent in accordance with irs guidelines and the organization's policies and procedures.”

“Compensation of other personnel and key employees is reviewed periodically by members of management. Efforts are made to secure compensation data from industry sources in order to determine competitiveness and appropriateness of salaries and all related benefits. All decisions are then documented in personnel files.”

“ALL OF THE ORGANIZATION'S GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND OTHER LEGALFILINGS ARE MAINTAINED IN A SECURE ENVIRONMENT AND HELD AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION BYTAX AUTHORITIES AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC. TAX RETURNS ARE POSTED ANNUALLY TOWWW.GUIDESTAR.ORG (WHERE THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING AS ELECTRONIC COPIES) AND ARE ALSO AVAILABLE by request from THE ORGANIZATION'S OFFICE IN WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA.”

“The Garden displays an expansive collection of plants from the worlds desert and Mediterranean climates, collected by Ruth Bancroft for over 60 years. Every season offers something new in the Garden and visitors will find themselves in awe at the boldness and beauty of Ruths work. Our world-renowned drought tolerant Ruth Bancroft Garden and Nursery opened the new Coit Family Visitor and Education Center on June 26th, 2019, at a public Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for over 300 Garden members, donors and guests. The $5 million Coit Family Visitor and Education Center was completed with the support of over 400 individuals and private foundations. The new 5,000 square foot Center, the first permanent building ever constructed at the Garden, will help welcome the over 15,000 people who visit the Garden year-round and provide a much-needed generous indoor multi-purpose classroom, community meeting space and special event site, as well as office space for the Garden staff. The Coit Family Visitor and Education Center will help the Garden: * Provide more workshops, tours, classes and educational symposia to strengthen Gardens reputation in the scientific and landscaping community. * Expand education programs for children and students of all ages. * Expand space for classes, member and community events, and private event rentals. * Provide ADA accessible restroom facilities and access to the Garden via a new paved and decomposed granite paths. * Provide landscape inspiration, advice, and connection to designers and photographers.A larger presence in the community will help spread the word about sustainable low-water landscaping something that will make a huge difference in the changing environment. Community members will be able to rent the facility for private events, such as weddings and corporate retreats, which will bring additional revenue and visitors to the Garden.”