The Periwinkle Foundation

“Scott and Jenifer Jarriel have a family relationship.”

“The Executive Committee reviews and approves the IRS Form 990 annual tax filing prior to submission, and the full board receives an electronic or physical copy of the IRS Form 990 before it is filed.”

“Each Director, principal officer and member of a committee with governing-board delegated powers annually signs a statement that affirms such person (1) has received a copy of the conflict of interest policy; (2) has read and understands the policy; (3) has agreed to comply with the policy; and (4) understands the organization is charitable and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities that accomplish one or more of its tax exempt purposes. Periodic reviews are conducted to ensure compliance.”

“The Executive Committee consists of the President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. The members of this committee are required to be independent of the persons receiving compensation. Salary surveys such as the United Way Wage and Salary Survey, the Guide Star Compensation Report and any other reliable and comparable data of both tax-exempt and for-profit organizations focusing on data from comparable organized institutions with similarly sized budgets are used to establish appropriate salary ranges for the Executive Director and other employees. Wage increases are based on overall performance and consideration of general inflation levels.”

“Upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Monthly Periwinkle Days at the Texas Children's Cancer and Hematology Centers with special performances (dance, music, theater, visual arts) by professional artists from Young Audiences of Houston and/or arts & crafts activities facilitated by Periwinkle volunteer.In 2016, Periwinkle's Long Term Survivor program included a weekend retreat and opportunities for teen and young adult survivors to get together to share experiences, learn life skills and give back to the cancer community. It also included Celebration of Life, an annual event for cancer survivors. The event brings together newly diagnosed families with former patients to share stories of survival. In April / September 2016, Periwinkle held its bi-annual Family Camp. This program allows families to get away from the hospital routine, forget about their child's illness, create cherished family memories and meet other families who understand the stresses they are experiencing due to a child's cancer diagnosis. Fifteen families attended Family Camp in 2016.”