Hope Has No Borders

“Our organization's officers, directors, and key staff do not have a designated office address for the organization, as they do not work from a specific office location. However, they can be reached through the organization's primary mailing address, which is [email protected] . The individuals listed in Part VII, Section A, are local to the area, and all communication can be directed to the organization's mailing address or via the provided contact details. We do not maintain personal home addresses for these individuals in the organization's records unless otherwise required.”

“The organization follows a thorough process to review Form 990 before it is filed. Both Executive Directors conduct multiple reviews of the form, ensuring that all financial information and narrative sections are accurate and complete. Throughout this process, the Executive Directors also audit finance numbers, bank statements, and receipts as well as internal budgets and 1099s. Once all necessary adjustments are made, a finalized draft of the Form 990 is prepared in PDF format. After any final revisions, the completed Form 990 is presented to the full Board of Directors for review and final approval before submission. This process ensures that the form accurately represents the organization's financial position and complies with all relevant regulations.”

“Our organization has a Conflict of Interest Policy in place that applies to all board members, officers, directors, and key employees. To ensure compliance with this policy, the board regularly monitors and enforces it through the following practices: Board Review: The board conducts a thorough review of any disclosures during board meetings to ensure that any conflicts are properly identified. If a conflict arises, the individual involved is required to recuse themselves from any related discussions or decisions and in accordance with our bylaws. Ongoing Monitoring: The board and management are vigilant in monitoring any activities or transactions that could potentially create conflicts of interest. Any concerns are addressed immediately, and appropriate actions are taken to resolve any issues. Enforcement: If a conflict of interest is identified and not properly addressed, the board has a clear process for enforcement, which may include removing an individual from their role or taking corrective action as necessary. These measures ensure that our organization maintains transparency, accountability, and integrity in all its activities, in line with our mission and legal obligations.”

“Description of Process for Determining Compensation: For the key staff of the organization, the compensation was determined through a collaborative process where two Executive Directors agreed upon equal compensation for all staff. This compensation structure was then reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors. The Board reviewed the organization's budget and contractor payment rates to ensure that compensation was fair and aligned with the organization's financial capabilities. The process involved the following steps: Independent Review. The compensation structure for contractors was agreed upon internally by the two executive directors and approved by the 6 independent members of the Board. Comparable data regarding rate for contractor workers in local non-profit organizations providing social services was averaged. The organization's budget constraints and operational needs were also considered. The approval of compensation rate was documented in board meeting minutes for all contractors and incorporated into the 2025 budget calculation.”

“Hope Has no Borders was officially founded as a nonprofit in March 2024, and this is our first tax year filing Form 990. As a newly established organization, we have not yet published our Form 990 or formalized policies on our website. However, we are actively working to ensure compliance and transparency. Our Form 990 will be made publicly available on our website as well as upon request as soon as it is completed, and we will provide a copy upon request in accordance with IRS regulations.”

“Hope Has no Borders was officially founded as a nonprofit in March 2024, and this is our first tax year filing Form 990. As a newly established organization, we have not yet published our Form 990 or formalized policies on our website. However, we are actively working to ensure compliance and transparency. Our Form 990 will be made publicly available on our website as well as upon request as soon as it is completed, and we will provide a copy upon request in accordance with IRS regulations.”

“On Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g, we reported all payments made to independent contractors who provided essential program services but were not classified as employees. During the reporting year, we worked with an additional 4 part-time independent contractors to support our mission by assisting with asylum sessions, bilingual support, program development, case management, and community service program implementation. These contractors played a key role in: Facilitating asylum sessions by providing language support and assisting with communication between clients, legal service providers, and case managers, providing case management services to individuals in crisis, including intake assessments, resource navigation, and direct support to ensure access to housing, healthcare, and other essential services. They supported program implementations by coordinating service delivery, assisting with crisis stabilization efforts, and ensuring culturally competent support for non-English-speaking clients. As independent service providers, their compensation is reported under Line 11g - Fees for Services (Non-Employees) rather than under salaries, wages, or employee benefits. Additionally, 5 other individuals received a 1099 due to their compensation of between $600-$3300 total- for providing living space and case management support as hosts to their guests in our Host Home Program. Their work was essential in ensuring effective program service delivery including transitional housing and community support for the populations we serve.”