Staples Cause for Caring Inc

“The form 990 is prepared based upon information provided by knowledgeable directors and staff of staples cause for caring, inc. The final version of form 990 is reviewed by the organization's president, treasurer, and clerk. A complete copy of the form 990 is provided to the governing body prior to filing.”

“In connection with any actual or possible conflict of interest, an interested person, including an officer, director, or committee member with governing board delegated powers, must disclose the existence of the financial interest and be given the opportunity to disclose all material facts to the board of directors and members of committees with governing board delegated powers considering the proposed transaction or arrangement. After disclosure of the financial interest and all material facts, and after any discussion with the interested person, the governing board or committee will determine if a conflict of interest exists. The interested person will not participate in the meeting while the determination of a conflict of interest is discussed and voted upon. The remaining board or committee members shall decide if a conflict of interest exists. If the governing board or committee has reasonable cause to believe a member has failed to disclose actual or possible conflicts of interest, it shall inform the member of the basis for such belief and afford the member an opportunity to explain the alleged failure to disclose. If, after hearing the member's response and after making further investigation as warranted by the circumstances, the governing board or committee determines the member has failed to disclose an actual or possible conflict of interest, it shall take appropriate disciplinary and corrective action. Annually, interested persons must sign a written statement indicating they (1) received a copy of the conflict of interest policy, (2) read and understand the policy, (3) agree to comply with the policy, and (4) understand the organization is charitable and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes.”

“Staples cause for caring, inc. Makes its governing documents, financial statements, conflict-of-interest policy, and other relevant information available to the public upon request. The organization's website contains its contact information, including its mailing address and email address.”

“The Foundation is a 52/53 week tax filer. The return is filed with the tax year dates of 1/25/2024-1/27/2025, which differs from the accounting period of 2/4/2024-2/1/2025.”