Turning Green

“The Form 990 is prepared by a public accounting firm. The Executive Director reviews the Form 990 prior to filing, and a copy is provided to all board members.”

“Every board member is provided with a copy of the organizations conflict of interest policy. The executive director and board members are required to annually document in writing any interests, relationships or holdings that could potentially result in a conflict of interest. If a conflict of interest is identified from an annual disclosure, the organizations board will review the conflict and take appropriate action, which may include prohibiting an individual from participating in the boards deliberations and decisions regarding a certain transaction. If a conflict is identified during a meeting, the board will decide what appropriate action to take.”

“The executive directors compensation is determined by committee after reviewing comparable nonprofit salaries in the area. Their recommendation is presented to the entire board for approval. The process is documented in the minutes to the board meeting.”

“There currently are no officers or key employees with compensation. Only the executive director receives compensation. No employees meet the definition of key employee.”

“Governing documents, policies, and financial information are provided upon request.”

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“Independent contractor program expenses of $222,050 includeConscious Kitchen Program director $ 9,950Conscious Kitchen Contractors $161,328 (including $33,410 for chef services)Conscious Kitchen distribution $ 8,660Development Consultant $2,253 (fundraising expense)Interns $13,700Communication Consultant $2,965 ($2,065 is allocated to mgmt & general)Other $607 ($600 allocated to mgmt & general)Project Green Challenge contractor $22,317Conscious College Road Tour contrac $270 Contract Labor $176,025 ($60,794 program, $14,606 management & general, $625 fundraising)Intern Labor ($31,067 program. $250 mgmt/general)”