Winding Branch Ranch

“The directors matthew aversa and tim kessler are married, resulting in a family relationship between these two. Following the conflict of interest policy, if either member has a conflict of interest, the other is also subject to recusing themselves.”

“The bylaws of the entity were updated to accomodate the organizations current structure and future long-term growth needs. The changes to the bylaws include adding new board members, clarifying officer roles, defining procedures for board appointments and removals, and strengthing governance language to ensure clear oversight, accountability, and compliance.”

“The organization's bylaws authorize the board of directors to elect or appoint members of the governing body. The process includes review of qualifications and experience of prospective board members and voting to elect or appoint prospective board members by majority vote, in order to maintain an effective and qualified board that supports the mission of the organization and applies sufficient oversight. Removing board members is also a power authorized by the board of directors when the board has cause as outlined in the company bylines.”

“The treasurer, executive director, and president will receive and review the draft 990 before it is filed. The treasurer will review the return for numerical accuracy for revenue, expenses, assets, and fund accounts. The executive director and president review the narratives of the mission statement, program accomplishments, and disclosures for accuracy.”

“The conflict of interest policy requires the annual disclosure form from all board members, officers, and key personnel. Any conflicts that may arise are reviewed by the executive director and board chair. During any meeting, should a new conflict arise that was not disclosed, all board members, officers, and key personnel must disclose it verbally during the meeting. Any individual determined to have a conflict of interest must recuse themselves from any discussion and voting held regarding matters related to the conflict of interest disclosed. The board of directors evaluates all transactions relating to any conflict of interest with external data points to ensure fair, reasonable treatment that is in the best interest of the nonprofit. Absentation regarding conflicts of interest are recorded within meeting minutes. Any concern or violations of conflict of interest policy are addressed immediately by the board, as outlined in the policy, including potential termination for failure to comply with the written conflict of interest policy.”

“Compensation for the ceo, executives, officers, and other key employees is determined through a formal, independent review process that includes evaluation by board members not subject to a conflict of interest in the decision. The process makes use of comparability data such as salaries of similar non-profit entities, regional benchmarks, and national salary surveys to determine a reasonable salary based on market trends. Salaries are reviewed both initially and annually for adjustment based on job responsibilities, experience, and organizational budget. Documentation regarding the decisions is kept within meeting minutes, available for review upon request.”

“The organization will disclose any of the governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements upon request.”

“David dobbins - 493 coyote trail, spring branch, tx 78070. Samantha trimble - 501 private road 2775, mico, tx 78056. Joni becks - 30217 sherri lea, bulverde, tx 78163. Kelly butler - 2015 kerrisdale drive, san antonio, tx 78260. Karen bohanan - 22306 sierra blanca, san antonio, tx 78259.”

“Rescue, revive & rehome | education”

“Winding branch ranch's mission is to rescue, revive, and rehome farm animals in need while educating communities about humane, ethical, and sustainable farming practices.”