Washtenaw Care-Based Safety

“Our organization has a rigorous review process for our Form 990. Our finance circle conducts an initial review to verify that all figures are accurate and reflect our mission and social justice values. This is followed by a board-level review and we also work with external advisors to ensure full compliance and transparency. This multilayered approach ensures our financial reporting is both accurate and accountable.”

“Our organization maintains a robust conflict-of-interest policy that requires all Mission Circle board members and staff to disclose any potential conflicts prior to the initiation of a transaction. Disclosures are carefully reviewed by an independent committee that assesses the situation and if necessary requires recusal from decision-making to ensure impartiality. For ongoing transactions we conduct regular reviews to monitor compliance and quickly address any emerging issues. If a potential or actual conflict is identified after a transaction has occurred a thorough post-transaction review is conducted to determine appropriate corrective measures such as enhanced oversight or an independent audit. All steps from disclosure to resolution are fully documented and discussed at Mission Circle board meetings ensuring our practices remain transparent accountable and in strict adherence to our Mission Circle governance standards.”

“| Name of the Person:, The process used to establish compensation of the person who served in:|, The year in which this process was last undertaken:| Elizabeth Kennedy, A dedicated compensation circle comprised of diverse Mission Circle board members and independent experts conducted a comprehensive review of market benchmarks internal equity and cost-of-living considerations. This review ensured that the compensation was fair transparent and aligned with our mission to promote economic justice and equity. The circles recommendations were then approved by the Mission Circle board reflecting our values and ensuring accountability in our financial stewardship., 2024| Luna Hughson, A dedicated compensation circle comprised of diverse Mission Circle board members and independent experts conducted a comprehensive review of market benchmarks internal equity and cost-of-living considerations. This review ensured that the compensation was fair transparent and aligned with our mission to promote economic justice and equity., 2023|”

“Our organization is committed to transparency and accountability. Our governing documents conflict of interest policy and financial statements available upon request to the public. These documents are accessible to ensure transparency and accountability.”