Recovery Is the New High

“The organization provided a complete copy of Form 990 to all members of the governing body prior to filing for their review.”

“The organization monitors and enforces compliance with its conflict of interest policy through annual disclosure requirements for officers directors and key employees. Individuals are required to disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest on a regular basis and as situations arise. Disclosures are reviewed by the governing body and any identified conflicts are documented and addressed through appropriate mitigation measures including recusal from discussions and decision-making where applicable. The organization maintains written records of disclosures and actions taken and leadership periodically reviews compliance to ensure adherence to the policy.”

“The organization establishes compensation for its Executive Director and other key personnel through a process that includes review and approval by independent members of the governing body. The board considers comparability data such as compensation surveys similar nonprofit organizations and regional market data when determining appropriate compensation levels. Compensation decisions are discussed and approved by disinterested members of the board with any individuals having a conflict of interest recusing themselves from deliberations. The organization contemporaneously documents the process including the basis for compensation decisions and approval in meeting minutes or written records to ensure transparency and compliance with applicable IRS guidelines.”

“The organization makes its governing documents conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request and where applicable through its website. The organization also ensures its Form 990 is publicly accessible through third-party platforms and supports transparency by providing documents in a timely manner upon request.”

“During the reporting period Recovery Is The New High expanded its program services to include recovery housing certification and housing assistance through vouchers. The recovery housing certification program was implemented to align with Tennessees Safe Act HB1351 establishing standards for safety ethical operations and resident rights. Services include application review technical assistance and site inspections to ensure quality recovery housing environments. The organization also launched a housing voucher program distributing approximately $22,000 in assistance on behalf of individuals in early recovery. Funds were paid directly to certified recovery housing providers to reduce financial barriers and support access to safe stable housing during critical transition periods.”

“The organization incurred expenses for independent contractor services not included in management legal accounting lobbying or fundraising categories. These services primarily included consulting training facilitation program development support technical assistance and administrative support provided by contractors. These contracted services supported the organizations program delivery recovery housing certification activities community engagement efforts and overall operational capacity.”

“The organization did not change its accounting method from the prior year.”

“The organization did not make any significant changes to its oversight process or selection process during the tax year.”