First Place

“The executive committee will be composed of the officers of the board and the immediate past president. The executive committee will have the authority to act on behalf of the board with respect to matters that cannot reasonably be delayed to the next regularly scheduled board meeting, or when delay would be detrimental to the corporation.”

“Maryam mason (president) and anita mason (board member) are sisters and daughters of dawn mason (board member)”

“The managing director reviews the 990 before it is filed with irs, and the full board after the return is filed.”

“The conflict of interest policy covers officer, directors, and key persons. After there has been disclosure of a potential conflict and after gathering any relevant information from the concerned director, officer or key person, the audit committee shall determine whether there is a conflict of interest. There are no restrictions on persons with a conflict, but alternatives must be considered in the decision making process.”

“The board committee reviews and determines compensation. Data from previous compensation and role responsibilities is used in determining compensation. Data from third parties such as indeed and glass door is also used as well as compensation from other similar organizations. Minutes are kept of the deliberation. The process described here was last completed in 2023.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available upon request.”

“The mission of first place is to educate and nurture children whose families struggle with the risk or reality of homelessness. We offer housing, culturally relevant education and support services enabling families to achieve permanent stability. Since its founding first place has served over 7,000 individuals through its educational and family support programs.”

“The process for selection of an accounting firm has not changed since the prior year.”