California Partnership to End Domestic Violence

“Explanation of classes of members or shareholders: level i - primary purpose domestic violence organizations, programs & projects level ii -- allied coalitions, multi-disciplinary groups & government agencies level iii - individual members”

“Members elect regional representatives and at-large directors to serve on the board.”

“Bylaws stipulate that any member or director may propose amendments to the bylaws. Such amendments shall be submitted to an ad hoc bylaws committee in accordance with board approved procedures for consideration to the board.”

“Draft was reviewed by audit committee, which then submitted to full board for review and approval.”

“Board development committee ensures new board members receive this policy statement during initial board orientation. There it is reviewed and signed. Full board reviews and re-signs policy on annual basis. Any such issues, or perceived issues, that arise in the course of business are disclosed to full board and documented as such.”

“Bylaws stipulate directors shall not receive any compensation for their services. By resolution of the board, however, expenses of attendance, if any, may be allowed for attendance at each regular or special meeting of the board and other corporation functions. Nothing herein contained shall be constructed to preclude any director from representing the corporation in any other capacity and receiving compensation therefore to the extent allowable by law, upon disclosure of any actual or perceived conflict of interest and subsequent approval of the board. The executive director is the principal representative of the corporation and the person responsible for the efficient operations of the organization. It is the board's intent to provide a fair yet reasonable and not excessive compensation for this position (and any other highly compensated employees). Potential salary adjustments are reviewed and considered annually based on accomplishment of agreed-upon goals, the financial position of the organization and a review of benchmark compensation data for comparable nonprofits. Official record of this process is documented in minutes from closed executive sessions of the board. This process and disclosure is reviewed by the audit committee and confirmed by the board president (and subsequently reported to board and recorded in minutes).”

“Such items are posted on our public website and also available upon request.”

“Professional & consulting fees: program service expenses 110,464. Management and general expenses 34,432. Fundraising expenses 2,326. Total expenses 147,222. Consulting & evaluation services: program service expenses 367,275. Management and general expenses 46,262. Fundraising expenses 1,079. Total expenses 414,616.”