Pacific Islander Community Association of Wa

“Prior to submission, a copy of the final Form 990 is sent out to the Executive Committee of the Board”

“Board members are required to sign the conflict of interest policy when joining the board and update anually whether any new conflicts have arisen. As an organization, we frequently check in with our board members to 1 reaffirm their understanding of our conflict of interest policy and 2 reaffirm their disclosure surrounding potential conflicts.”

“A human resources consultant was hired to determine wage benchmarks for Executive Director and officers and key employees.”

“The organization makes its formation documents, 990s, governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financials available upon request.”

“Program Service Expenses 648,988, Grants and allocations 142,761, Revenue 0 Other programs include Pasifika Village Council, in partnership with the National NHPI Policy Council we work to drive national priorities from the local and state level. We are made up of a broad coalition of NHPI trusted community based leaders and organizers who are concerned about the well being of our NHPI communities and are galvanized to advance wellness, build community power and nurture cultural home together. West Papua Clinic, providing no bono legal assistance to West Papuan immigrants in applying for protected immigration statuses, and providing additional support for basic needs. Chuukese Women Association, a fiscally sponsored program committed to advocating, educating, and empowering the Chuukese community in WA state to support and strengthen the culture of Chuukese people, so they thrive. Cultural Weavers, a program dedicated to providing social programming for NHPI elders with the intention to provide opportunities for extended education, physical health, social connections and cultural preservation and practice.”

“31,000 of legal fees were paid on behalf of community members as part of our West Papuan Legal Clinic”

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