The Who We Are Project

“Founding CEO Jeffery Robinson has a family relationship with Board Member Carmen Valdes.”

“After a thorough accounting, annual financial statements are reviewed by the CEO and Managing Director before presentation to the Board of Directors. Once reports are reviewed and approved by the Board, the 990 is prepared, reviewed by management, edited as needed, and then reviewed by the Board of Directors before the final 990 is signed and submitted.”

“Directors and Officers sign certification annually that they have received, read, understood, and agreed to comply with the organization's Conflict of Interest Policy. They also certify that they understand the mission and tax-exempt purpose, that they've not been involved with a crime involving charitable solicitations, that they will maintain proper confidentiality, and that they will adhere to their fiduciary duties. Furthermore, the annual certification process provides for the disclosure of any conflicts or potential conflicts of interest. Finally, at each board meeting and during the execution of any board votes, the definition of conflicts of interest and need for disclosure are reinforced.”

“The salaries for the CEO and Chief of Staff were determined based on previous salary history and the salaries of peer organizations. The Board reviewed and approved the salary and other terms of the employment agreements.”

“Upon request via email, phone, or post, The Who We Are Project provides its Forms 990, governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements to the public.”

“Other Services include primarily Design and Media Production Services, with $278,866 in Programs, $3484 in Management and General, and $500 in Fundraising. Also, it includes $2050 in Programs for Literary Agent Fees, and $2068 in Management & General for Payroll Processing.”