Community Action Organization

“The form 990 will be reviewed and approved by the audit and finance committee of the board of directors, and signed by the board treasurer, prior to filing the 990. It is made available to all the members of the board with questions directed to the treasurer and director of finance.”

“The board and key staff members are requested to come forth with any perceived or real conflict of interest. Board members are requested annually to review all relationships that may be a conflict. Key staff members are expected to self-monitor on an ongoing basis and report any real or preceived conflicts to the executive director, who will examine the potential conflict and make the determination as to the nature and/or potential negative impact of the conflict.”

“The executive committee of the board of directors uses outside consultants as needed to determine the executive director's salary at contract renewal. The hr director reviews the salary grids of key employees of the organization and relies on a variety of salary data, such as, but not limited to milliman national non-profit data, as well as cascade employers associationo materials and head start salary survey data to provide comparative information.”

“Cao's current 990 is available on our website and upon request”

“Cao's governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available upon request. Audited finacial information is inclujded on the website”

“Other program services 4: family & community support: strengthening families, preventing harm through targeted grants, we provide life-changing parenting resources, early childhood supports, and home visiting services designed to empower families, promote child resilience, and reduce adverse childhood experiences (aces). Equipping parents with knowledge and resources: 1,283 new parents received evidence-based guidance on early child development, giving them the tools to foster strongattachment, healthy brain development, and lifelong resilience in their children.improving maternal and infant health outcomes: 138 pregnant women, many facingbarriers to healthcare, were enrolled in the oregon health plan and connected to lifesavingprenatal care, ensuring both mother and baby have the healthiest possible start.protecting children and preventing trauma: 95 at-risk families and 161 parents receivedintensive parenting support focused on preventing child abuse and neglect, strengtheningfamily bonds, and building safer home environments where children can thrive.our impact: building a stronger, more equitable future for families. Every child deservesa strong start, and every family deserves access to high-quality, culturally responsive careand support. Our work is more than just training and technical assistanceit is atransformative force that uplifts educators, strengthens families, and creates a moreequitable future for all children. Other program services 5: other child care resource & referral (ccr&r): elevating early learning & expanding access our ccr&r program is a catalyst for change, equipping home and center based early educators with the tools, training, and coaching they need to offer high-quality, culturally responsive care. By investing in early educators, we are strengthening the foundation of childhood development, ensuring that familiesespecially those navigating systemic inequitieshave access to safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate child care. Raising the bar for child care quality: 2,275 early educators completed an astounding18,530 hours of professional development, enhancing their expertise in trauma-informedcare, child development, and equity-centered teaching practices.empowering diverse educators: 233 early educators engaged in intensive, job-embedded professional development, 76% of whom are multilingual providers, ensuring that oregonsdiverse families receive care that reflects and respects their cultural and linguisticbackgrounds.expanding access for families facing economic hardship: 88% of these educators servechildren from families living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, helping closeopportunity gaps and break cycles of poverty through high-quality early learningexperiences.”