L'Arche Tahoma Hope Community

“The 990 is reviewed by the executive director then the 990 is reviewed by the treasurer before being filed.”

“L'arche policy requires board members and key staff to disclose any conflict of interest as it arises. Annually a written disclosure of any conflict of interest is signed by each board member and key employee.”

“The executive committee reviews compensation surveys done by united way and l'arche usa and recommends salary levels to the full board which makes the final compensation determination.”

“L'arche tahoma hope allows any interested party to review governing documents, financial statements, and policies at the agency administration offices upon request.”

“L'arche tahoma hope community (lth) was founded to make known the gifts of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as revealed through mutually transforming relationships. We celebrate the unique value of every person and recognize our need for one another throughout our community life, work sites, and homes. Lth is proud to be one of over 150 communities around the world belonging to an international federation founded over 50 years ago in france.”

“Day program offers residential core members the opportunity for fun, meaningful daily activities that reflect participants' interests, values and gifts. From swimming to coffee outings to bowling to independent participation in programs in the wider community, day program ensures that core members spend time doing what they love. The welcome center is a 7,800 square foot building completed in may 2018 on land l'arche already owned next door to one of our homes. The fundraising campaign goal of 3.5 million is being met entirely through private donations. The facility offers a comfortable, accessible and large-enough space for day program and community gatherings. In addition, we have been able to expand our mission and reach out to families supporting individuals with disabilities at home, which accounts for 60% of the living arrangements of people with intellectual disabilities in pierce county. These are families at risk for isolation, poverty and poor health outcomes, for whom a strong social network is key not only to their quality of life but also to their ability to share their gifts with the wider community. At the welcome center, these families find a sense of belonging”

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