Foundation for Anime and Niche

“William warriner and samantha warriner are siblings. William warriner and ashley warriner are married.”

“In august 2022, the board of directors was made aware of embezzlement that occurred during the period of 2020 to 2022 by the chief financial officer ("cfo") of the organization. The cfo was removed, and an investigation of the embezzlement was commenced. The investigation has established the appropriated funds to be approximately $445,000. The investigation continued through january 2025.”

“Form 990 is prepared on a collaborative basis by the outside, independent cpa, working in conjunction with the cfo/treasurer and the outside bookkeeper. All areas of concern are addressed between these parties, and, once resolved, a draft return is prepared and presented for distribution to the board. Once board approval is given, the returns are completed and filed.”

“Once a year each officer, director and member of a committee with governing board delegated powers is required to complete and submit a signed statement which affirms such person: a. Has received a copy of the conflicts of interest policy b. Has read and understands the policy c. Has agreed to comply with the policy d. Understands the organization is charitable and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, form 1023 and forms 990 are all available on request.”

“In august 2022, the board of directors was made aware of an embezzlement that occurred during the period of 2020 to 2022 by the chief financial officer ("cfo") of the organization. Upon discovery, the cfo was removed, and a complete and thorough investigation of the embezzlement was commenced. The investigation continued through january 2025. During the investigation it was discovered that previously filed tax returns also contained erroneous information regarding the results of operations and balances of the organizations assets. A complete financial audit by an independent cpa was completed on tax years 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022 and 2023.”

“Production contractors: program service expenses 318,507. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 318,507.”

“The board of directors is responsible for selection of the independent auditors and is charged with the responsilbity for oversight of the audit.”