The Jefferson Foundation

“The finance committee and management review the form 990 first and then it is presented to the board members for final approval. The full board of directors receives a copy of the form 990 before it is filed and has at least seven days to review before discussion and vote to approve or revise.”

“Members of the board of directors disclose potential conflicts of interest annually or as they arise. Conflicts are dealt with by removing the conflicted member from decision-making regarding the conflict. Assessment of any conflicts that arise occur at the board meetings and therefore is documented in the board minutes.”

“The jefferson foundation staff including the executive director are employees of the jefferson county public schools on loan to the foundation. All decisions concerning hiring, discipline, pay, promotion, dismissal or lay-off of the executive director are made by the foundation board of directors. The executive director receivees a review by the board of directors annually. All officers of the foundation are volunteers. All decisions concerning hiring, discipline, pay, promotion, dismissal or layoff of foundation staff are made by the executive director in accordance with the school district employee negotiated agreements and policies. The executive director of the foundation and the district mutually agree to pay and promotion of key employees.”

“The jefferson foundation's governing documents, financial statements and conflict of interest policies are made available by request. Governing documents and financial statements are also available on the colorado secretary of state's website. Financial statements are also published in an annual report given to donors and published on the organization's website, as well as posted on the coloradogive.org website.”

“The executive director is on loan from the jefferson county public schools, who issues the form w-2. The amounts reported on columns (d) and (f) in part vii for the executive director represent the salary and benefit reimbursement made by the foundation.”

“Jeffco schools foundation vision is "every jeffco student thrives- and mission is "secure resources and engage in partnerships to ensure jeffo students thrive through equitable, excellent, and engaging educational experiences."”

“Jeffco schools foundation defines its support via direct financial and programmatic support. Specific program descriptions can be accessed on our website, www.jeffcoschoolsfoundation.org. Further, we define the level of our support for the purposes of this strategic plan as follows. . Strategic priorities for jeffco schools foundation: . Equity: identify opportunities to meet needs - expand effective community and school partnerships - invest in equitable student supports - diversify and target supports to meet individual student and school needs . Excellence: shine a spotlight on success and invest in excellence - define key elements needed for students to "thrive" - identify, measure, and celebrate success - seed promising innovations and expand successful models . Engagement: convene, collaborate, and move to action - invest in strategic partnerships - remain nimble and responsive - act on community feedback to inform investment and action . Donations from individuals, organizations, and businesses support programs and projects that support schools readiness and academic growth, with a strong focus in literacy, ready, writing, and comprehension.”

“Contract services 0 32,900 0 professional services 0 66,488 13,627 total 0 99,388 13,627”

“Change in beneficial interest 52,321”

“The process for overseeing and selecting an independent accountant has not changed from the prior year.”