Ahahui Siwila Hawaii

“A draft of Form 990 is prepared by the Treasurer and reviewed for accuracy and completeness. The draft is then distributed to all members of the Board of Directors via email for review prior to submission. Board members are given the opportunity to ask questions or request clarifications. Once reviewed and approved by the board the Treasurer files the return with the IRS.”

“?Ahahui Siwila Hawai?i requires all board members and officers to annually disclose any potential conflicts of interest. Disclosures are reviewed by the board at the first regular meeting of the calendar year. If a potential conflict arises during the year the affected individual must disclose the interest and the board determines whether a conflict exists and how to address it. Individuals with a conflict abstain from discussion and voting on related matters. Meeting minutes reflect these actions to ensure transparency and compliance.”

“upon request”

“| Explanation:| During 2024 the organization received a $234,000 contribution from Na Oiwi Kane. A Schedule B has been included.”

“Return amended to correct expense classification donor disclosure and officer director designations.”

“| Description:, Explanation:, Amount:| nc, nc, $0|”

“| Explanation:| "The organizations expenses primarily supported Native Hawaiian civic engagement including grants to civic clubs insurance coverage for all clubs Zoom and archiving services and convention sponsorships. Administrative costs were minimal and included filing fees memberships and limited printing."”

“| Explanation:| The organizations beginning-of-year net assets for 2024 were $122,349 consistent with the ending balance reported on the 2023 Form 990-EZ. During 2024 the organization received $234,000 in contributions and paid $127,051.50 in expenses. As of December 31 2024 the organization held $229,297.50 in total assets and had no liabilities resulting in year-end net assets of $229,297.50.”

“| Explanation:| The organization began the year with net assets of $122,349. Total revenue for 2024 was $234,000 and total expenses were $127,051.50 resulting in an increase in net assets of $106,948.50. This increase reconciles the beginning balance of $122,349 to the year-end net assets of $229,297.50.”