The Pacifica Foundation

“Membership is extended to listeners who donate a minimum amount of money or time during each year.”

“Form 990 is prepared by an outside tax professional. The form is then reviewed by the Organization's management, a member of the Board of Directors, and the Executive Director. This group of individuals then discusses the contents of the return with the outside tax professional. After a full review (with modifications where necessary), the final version of the tax return is provided to all members of the Organization's voting body. A representative of management authorizes the final Form 990 which is then e-filed with the Internal Revenue Service.”

“Members of the Board of Directors review all potential conflicts of interest at least annually. All personnel and board members are required to disclose (in writing) potential conflicts and any related party affiliations. Loans between the Organization and members of management and the Board are strictly prohibited. The Organization seeks full transparency on all relationships. Any potential conflicts (in fact or appearance) are discussed openly and resolved in accordance with the Organization's policies and procedures.”

“The compensation of the Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer, and key management employees are set and approved by the Board of Directors. Members of the Board of Directors review the compensation of all high-level personnel periodically in accordance with IRS rules and regulations. Efforts are made to secure compensation data from industry sources in order to determine competitiveness and appropriateness of salaries. Every effort is made to ensure that the process is thorough and transparent in accordance with IRS guidelines and the Organization's policies and procedures.”

“Compensation of other personnel and key employees is reviewed periodically by members of management. Efforts are made to secure compensation data from industry sources in order to determine competitiveness and appropriateness of salaries and all related benefits. All decisions are then documented in personnel files.”

“The governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available at www.pacifica.org or upon request.”

“Subsequent to filing the original tax return, The Pacifica Foundation underwent an audit of its financial statements for the year ended September 30, 2015. This audit was completed in August 2017. As a result, certain balance sheet and income statements figures were adjusted, necessitating the preparation and filing of an amended tax return. This amended return reflects these adjustments and various forms and schedules have been modified accordingly.”

“The tax return includes the operations of the following divisions:Radio Station KPFA-Berkeley, CaliforniaRadio Station KPFK-Los Angeles, CaliforniaRadio Station KPFT-Houston, TexasRadio Station WBAI-New York, New YorkRadio Station WPFW-Washington, D.C.Pacifica Foundation National OfficePacifica Foundation Pacifica Radio ArchivesThe Organization's National Office has created policies and procedures which are followed by all divisions.”