Strong Like Ak

“Two officers are the parents of the child in whom the organization was formed. Two officers are married to each other, and two officers are siblings.”

“A complete copy of the Form 990 is provided to the Board of Directors prior to filing for their review and comment. The Executive Director and Treasurer review the return in detail before submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.”

“Strong Like AK has a written conflict of interest policy requiring annual disclosure of potential conflicts by all officers, directors, and key employees. These disclosures are reviewed by the Board of Directors. Any identified conflicts are evaluated and managed in accordance with the policy, and the organization documents all findings and actions in board meeting minutes.”

“The compensation of the Executive Director is reviewed and approved annually by the Board of Directors. The process includes a comparison to compensation levels of executives in similarly sized nonprofit organizations, review of the Executive Director's performance, and documentation of the board's decision in the meeting minutes. No other officers or key employees received compensation during the tax year.”

“Strong Like AK makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“Other expenses consist of costs necessary to support the organization's mission and fundraising activities, including but not limited to: Fundraising event production expenses (venue, décor, vendor services, supplies) Payment processing and bank fees Community sponsorships and outreach costs Board and staff professional development and training Membership dues for community and nonprofit associations Meals and hospitality associated with program and fundraising planning Taxes, licenses, and administrative filings General program supplies and miscellaneous operating expenses These expenses support the delivery of pediatric cancer financial assistance, wish-granting, and housing support programs, donor stewardship, and community awareness initiatives.”

“Line 9 includes in-kind contributions and donor-restricted contributions received during the year, as well as minor timing adjustments necessary to reconcile to the organization's year-end net assets per its books.”