Whatcom Family and Community Network

“The organization's bylaws were amended in august of 2016. Significant changes included an adjusment to the number of board members to be no less than 8, but up to 13; the removal of advisory boards with replacement of standing commitees; and clarification that a quorum of directors and action by the board without a meetings allows for use of electronic/technology aided presence and action. Two new members were elected to the board in december 2016 to meet the updated bylaws requirement of no less than 8 members; however, these members are not reported in part vii given their term began in january 2017.”

“The board of directors reviews and approves the form 990 prior to filing.”

“The board updates conflict of interest forms at the beginning of the board term year. At that time and during the on-boarding of new members, the board of directors discusses conflicts of interests definitions and provides examples. Conflicts are acknowledged at the time they arise and again before any actionable board vote takes place. Conversations and questions about conflict of interest are engaged in by the board of directors and staff.”

“Compensation for the executive director is determined by the board personnel committee based on position specifications. A motion for the amount agreed is put forward for approval of the board of directors.”

“The corporation's governing documents and policies are available to the public upon request.”

“Training : program service expenses 25,677. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 25,677. Marketing: program service expenses 10,497. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 10,497. Consulting: program service expenses 21,300. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 21,300. Administrative support: program service expenses 8,055. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 8,055. Childcare support: program service expenses 288. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 288. Miscellaneous: program service expenses 2,104. Management and general expenses 1,886. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 3,990.”