Project Avary Inc.

“The 990 is provided to the board treasurer for review prior to the document's submission. The 990, as well as audit, financial statements, and all reports related to the organization's finances are reviewed by the treasurer who shares their review and opinions with the board of directors during the agency's quarterly meeting.”

“Ceo compensation is reviewed on an annual basis by the board of directors. Other executive director positions with organizations that are similar in size and scope are reviewed as a point of comparison. The salary is approved by the entire board of directors.”

“The organization publishes its financial statements in its annual report, which is posted on its website.”

“Governing documents are available upon request.”

“Project Avary builds brighter futures for children with incarcerated parents. We provide youth with a community of support and belonging, and the life and leadership skills that will support them to overcome the impact of parental incarceration. Our Outdoor Leadership Program serves youth ages 8 to 24 through outdoor adventure therapy activities including summer camp, year-round adventure day outings, and overnight retreats. Teen leaders receive job training in youth development and serve as Junior Counselors. Additionally youth receive 1-1 mentoring, and families benefit from family camp, family unity celebrations and case management support. The Online Leadership Program provides support groups for youth ages 8 to 24. The support groups foster a deep sense of community, safety and belonging that allows participants to make new friends, have fun, and have a space to share about their feelings and grief from having a parent in prison. Teen leaders serve as Junior Counselors in the groups.”

“Project avary provides children of incarcerated parents with the social/emotional support and healing, leadership development, and job skills training to strengthen participants' resiliency and protective factors in order to help them overcome the impacts and risk factors of having an incarcerated parent. Program evaluations show that 88-92% of participants demonstrate success in key psycho-social indicators that children of incarcerated parents need in order to have success in their life and remain free from the criminal justice system.”