| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b |
The board audit committee reviews Form 990 in detail with management. Once the audit committee has completed its review, is satisfied with the information presented in the document, and any corrections are made, a copy of the Form 990 is sent electronically to all board members for review and comment. Once the alloted period of time for board review has passed, any additional corrections are made and it is filed with the IRS. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c |
Annually, all directors, officers, volunteers and employees are required to read the conflict of interest policy and sign a disclosure form on which each individual acknowledges their obligation to disclose any conflict of interest and comply with the conflict of interest policy. Directors also abstain from voting to approve grants to any organization for which they have an interest. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 |
The process for determining compensation for the CEO includes use of an independent compensation consultant, compensation survey, and approval by the executive committee, acting as the compensation committee on behalf of the board of directors. Periodic surveys and use of independent compensation consultants aid in determining compensation for officers and key employees. The Foundation also maintains salary ranges by position grades. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 |
The governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and audited financial statements are available upon request. The audited financial statements, as well as Forms 990 and 990T, are also posted on the Foundation's website. |
| Form 990, Part XI, line 9: |
Remeasurement of charitable gift annuities 812,238. Recovery of prior year grants 78,139. |
| Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c: |
The audit process has not changed from the prior year. |
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.