Arthritis Foundation MID Atlantic Region Inc

“During the year, a resolution was approved for the Mid Atlantic Region to merge with the Arthritis FOundation, Inc. National Office.”

“The Form 990 was prepared by a public accounting firm with input from key staff of the Arthritis Foundation, Inc., National Office. A draft copy of the Form 990 was reviewed by key accounting staff and senior management of the National Office. Each person individually reviewed the Form (including schedules) and submitted questions or comments to management as necessary. Questions and comments were resolved appropriately to the satisfaction of the National Office. The final draft of the Form 990 was presented to the full Board of Directors prior to submission. The final form was provided to the entire board of directors prior to filing. The form is filed after review before the entire board at a scheduled meeting.”

“At least annually, all employees must sign a Conflict of Interest disclosure form. All volunteer positions such as nominees for Board, Council, Committee and ad hoc task force positions shall complete a conflict of interest disclosure form annually and prior to initial appointment to serve in these various positions. If potential conflicts exist as to Arthritis Foundation Staff, the appropriate management and/or the Human Resources department shall address them.”

“Work performance and salary are reviewed annually by the employee's supervisor in collaboration with the CEO and/or Board of Directors. Increases, within the salary range for the position, are granted to those whose performance merits an increase. Increases are not automatic. Additional responsibility carried, competence on the job, including attendance, punctuality, ability to meet assigned deadlines, ability to get along with fellow workers, and length of service are among the factors considered in granting increases.”

“The organization makes public the majority of its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements via the National Office's website at www.arthritis.org. All other documents not readily avialible via this website are available upon request.”

“Tranfer of net assets to National Office -20,310,073.”