Fulfillment in Training

“FIT does not have standing committees with independent authority, but any ad hoc or subcommittee actions are recorded in writing and approved by the full board.”

“A draft of Form 990 is prepared by the Financial Director and reviewed for accuracy and completeness. The draft is then distributed electronically to all members of the Board of Directors for review prior to filing. Board members are given the opportunity to ask questions and suggest corrections. Final approval of the Form 990 is documented in the board meeting minutes or through written consent before submission to the IRS."”

“The organization monitors and enforces compliance with its Conflict of Interest Policy through annual written disclosures completed by all officers, directors, and key employees. The Board Chair reviews disclosures, and any potential conflicts are discussed and recorded in the meeting minutes. Board members with identified conflicts abstain from voting or participating in related deliberations. Compliance is documented and maintained in the organization's records.”

“he Board of Directors of Fulfillment In Training (FIT) reviews and approves any compensation for organizational officers through an independent process designed to ensure reasonableness. FIT's key officers include Stephen Baines (CEO / Founder), Endymion Bragg (Co-Founder), Jabari Overstreet (Community Director), and Michael Marshall (Finance Director). During the 2024 tax year, none of these board members or officers received compensation. All available administrative funds and surplus revenue were redirected into program operations and community services. If compensation is considered in future years, the Board will have independent non-conflicted members review and approve compensation using comparability data from similar Arizona nonprofits and will document deliberations and approvals in meeting minutes. This process was last reviewed in 2024 and remains in place for future governance decisions.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request at its principal office. Requests may be submitted by mail or email to the organization's administrative contact. Fulfillment In Training (FIT) also shares key governance information and financial summaries through community presentations and public grant reporting but does not post full internal documents online.”

“The amounts reported on Part IX, Line 24 consist of direct program costs supporting Fulfillment In Training's community wellness and youth development initiatives. Supplies and equipment for program activities include sports gear, uniforms, tents, safety equipment, and materials used to deliver free community programs and events. Community event costs include venue rentals, city permits, refreshments, and other logistics required to host public wellness events serving families in the Phoenix and Tempe areas. Volunteer support and recognition covers volunteer appreciation, training refreshments, and small recognition items for community coaches and mentors. Training and certification fees represent CPR, first-aid, and coaching certifications, as well as professional-development courses required for program safety and quality. All of these expenditures directly advance the organization's exempt purposes and are classified as program-service expenses.”

“The organization incurred $1,000 in minor administrative expenses consisting of bank fees, printing, postage, and other general operating costs.”

“The organization began the year with $854 in net assets and ended with $9,144, an increase of $8,290 reflecting the annual surplus of revenues over expenses.”