Community Connections Inc.

“The 990 is reviewed by the CFO and the CEO. Once the CFO and CEO agree that the 990 is ready to be filed, the 990 will be reviewed by the Board. After the Board reviews the 990, the 990 is filed with the IRS. The board Chairperson is given a copy of the 990 and all other board members are notified that the 990 has been filed with the IRS.”

“Community Connections has a conflict of interest policy that includes having all new board and committee members sign an acknowledgement they have read and understood the policy and pledge to not engage in any activity that would create a conflict of interest.”

“Independent Board members review and approve the compensation paid to the CEO and compares it to other Colorado Center Boards, nonprofit companies, and the economy. The compensation paid to other top management is compared to other nonprofit companies. At the end of the this fiscal year, the Organization used the Colorado Nonprofit Salary & Benefits Survey by the Colorado Nonprofit Association as a guide.”

“Community Connections does not have any compensated officers or key employees that are not the CEO and top management.”

“Community Connections provides access to many important documents on its website at www.communityconnectionsco.org. Documents that may be accessed on the website include the 990 form, the annual financial audit, minutes and agendas from Board of Director meetings, contracts with the State of Colorado and any other pertinent documents that may promote transparency and educate stakeholders and the public about our organization. These documents may also be provided upon request at our administrative office, 281 Sawyer Dr., Ste 200, Durango, CO 81303 or [email protected].”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Family support services provide an array of supportive services to the person with a development disability and his/her family when the person remains within the family home, thereby preventing or delaying the need for out-of-home placement that is unwanted by the person or the family. Total revenue specific to this program was $122,830 and expenses were $117,064 for the year ended June 30, 2019. There were 49 persons served. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Case Management services often begin with information and referral and determination of eligibility for IDD services and supports. Case Managers assist individuals and families with developing goals, selecting appropriate services and supports, coordination services and monitoring to ensure the effectiveness of the services in place in reaching the desired outcomes. Community Connections served 350 persons with Case Management. Total revenue specific to this program was $524,591 and expenses were $576,723 for the year ended June 30, 2019. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: Other program services include contractual employment opportunities for clients in the community. Total revenue specific to this program was $49,830 and expenses were $19,537 for the year ended June 30, 2019. Approximately 16 persons were served. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 7: Home and Community Based Supported Living Services are provided for individuals with IDD who live independently or with alternative residential supports (such as family). Services may assist caregivers to be more effective in their role or support adults with IDD to increase their independence and social integration into their community of choice. Participants set personal goals and select from a variety of services to meet those goals. Typical services include Personal Care, Homemaking, Respite, Supported Employment, Assistive Technology and Supported Community Connections. Total revenue specific to this program was $498,309 and expenses were $505,253 for the year ended June 30, 2019. There were 58 individuals served.”