Houston Colon Foundation

“The completed irs form 990 is delivered to the directors of the foundation for the first review. The executive director and president signs the form 8879-te, irs e-file signature authorization for a tax-exempt organization. All directors are furnished copies of form 990 during review, and a copy of the final return is maintained for public inspection, except for schedule b.”

“The organization has a written policy for conflict of interest. The organization's directors are covered by the policy established in the bylaws of the foundation.”

“The organization makes the governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon written or verbal request within a reasonable amount of time. It is available within two weeks at a designated place and time or within 30 days a mailed copy can be sent to the requestor. This form is also available for three years for inspection as well.”

“The purpose of the foundation is to (1) conduct research and development programs with regard to emerging technologies and tools for the betterment of colorectal diseases treatment, (2) provide education and outreach programs that will develop educational programs, print media, etc. For the medical community to disseminate best practices for colorectal diseases, (3) make donations to charitable organizations that positively impact the lives of those suffering with diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus, (4) develop collaborative projects with houston methodist research institute, university of houston college of medicine, baylor college of medicine, rice university, and potentially others.”