Learning for Life

“Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b - Form 990 was reviewed and approved by the Controller and National Legal Counsel of the Boy scouts of America. An executive summary was prepared and that, along with Form 990 without Schedule B, was made available to the Boy Scouts of America Officers and the Boy Scouts of America Audit, Finance, and Enterprise Risk Management Committee. PricewaterhouseCoopers reviewed and signed Form 990 as paid preparer. Finally, Board members are given access to Form 990 without Schedule B before it was filed. Schedule B was not included due to confidentiality agreements with donors, some of which are members of the Executive Board.”

“Annually a conflict of interest policy confirmation is required of the organization's Executive Board Members and employees responsible for every department. The organization uses an outside company for anonymous reporting of potential ethics violations. A report of the violation is e-mailed to Internal Audit and National Legal Counsel for thorough research, review and resolution. The report, issue, and resolution are presented to the Audit Committee for review.”

“Governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available upon request.”

“The seven programs focus on character development and career education. Learning for Life programs help youth develop social and life skills, assist in character and career development, and help youth formulate positive personal values. It prepares youth to make ethical decisions that will help them achieve their full potential.”

“Compensation was provided by a related organization. Learning for Life reimburses them for salaries and benefits.”