Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF THE LOWCOUNTRYINC
Employer identification number
57-0405847
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status
(All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).
f
If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, or Type III supporting organization, check this box
..................................................
g
Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization?
................
11g(i)
(ii)
A family member of a person described in (i) above?
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11g(ii)
(iii)
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above?
................
11g(iii)
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization
(ii) EIN
(iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))
(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?
(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?
(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?
(vii) Amount of monetary support
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the
organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to
qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
2,504,484
2,287,267
2,278,852
2,308,920
2,286,877
11,666,400
2
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4
Total. Add lines 1 through 3
2,504,484
2,287,267
2,278,852
2,308,920
2,286,877
11,666,400
5
The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included
on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..
6
Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.
11,666,400
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
7
Amounts from line 4..
2,504,484
2,287,267
2,278,852
2,308,920
2,286,877
11,666,400
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...
28,789
22,311
40,084
33,861
32,235
157,280
9
Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..
7,919
83,730
45,698
69,434
32,533
239,314
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12,062,994
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions)
..................
12
99,724
13
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here........................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public support percentage for 2012 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f))
.........
14
96.710 %
15
Public support percentage for 2011 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
96.750 %
16a
33 1/3% support test—2012.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.......................
b
33 1/3% support test—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....................
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization
.....................................................
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
................................................
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Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions
.....................................................
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization
failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under
the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
2
Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
3
Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
4
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
5
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
6
Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
7a
Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
b
Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
c
Add lines 7a and 7b..
8
Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
9
Amounts from line 6...
10a
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
b
Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c
Add lines 10a and 10b.
11
Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
12
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)
..
13
Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..
14
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.............................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public support percentage for 2012 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
.........
15
16
Public support percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
...............
16
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2012 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
......
17
18
Investment income percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 17
.............
18
19a
33 1/3% support tests—2012.
If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
........
b
33 1/3% support tests—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....
20
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions
.....
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
Explanation
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
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Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED WAY OF THE LOWCOUNTRYINC
Employer identification number
57-0405847
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
ORGANIZATION'S MISSION
FORM 990 - ORGANIZATION'S MISSION
TO MOBILIZE RESOURCES TO SOLVE HUMAN PROBLEMS: THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED BY ASSESSING AND IDENTIFYING CRITICAL COMMUNITY NEEDS, COORDINATING DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF HUMAN SERVICES, RECRUITING AND PLACING VOLUNTEERS, CONDUCTING AN ANNUAL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN AND SECURING OTHER GRANTS BY SOLICITING CONTRIBUTIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS, FOUNDATIONS, BUSINESSES, AND EMPLOYEE GROUPS, AND DISTRIBUTING THE PROCEEDS (NET OF EXPENSES) TO NUMEROUS LOCAL NON-PROFIT AGENCIES,SERVICES AND PARTNERSHIPS TO PROVIDE CRITICAL SERVICES THAT IMPROVE THE HUMAN CONDITION IN THE AREAS OF POVERTY,LITERACY, HUNGER, SHELTER, AND HEALTH, AND INSURE EFFECTIVENESS BYPROVIDING MANAGEMENT SUPPORT AND TRAINING TO NON-PROFITS AND CONNECTING PEOPLE IN NEED TO THE APPROPRIATE COMMUNITY SERVICE.
ALL OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENT DESCRIPTION
FORM 990, PAGE 2, PART III, LINE 4D
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT - INVESTMENT OF ANNUAL CAMPAIGN FUNDS BASED ON ASSESSMENT OF THE NEED FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY LOCAL 501(C)(3) NOT-FOR- PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, THE ORGANIZATION'S FINANCIAL NEEDS, AND THE OUTCOMES THEY REPORT AS MEASURES OF THEIR IMPACTS ON THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. EXPENSES =165,093 DIRECT SERVICES- THESE SERVICES INCLUDE CASEWORK, REFERRALS, DISASTER ASSISTANCE, BASIC EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE, EXPENDITURES FROM THE CANCER FUND, DIRECTOR'S FUND, OPERATION HOLIDAY HEROES AND PROJECT SHELTER ESCROWS, AND THE VOLUNTEER CENTER, A COUNTYWIDE VOLUNTEER RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND PLACEMENT NETWORK. EXPENSES = 126,317. HELPLINE - AN INFORMATION AND REFERRAL SERVICE THAT LINKS PEOPLE IN NEED TO APPROPRIATE HEALTH, HUMAN, AND ADVOCACY SERVICES. EXPENSES = 83,136 VITA - PROGRAM TO PROVIDE FREE TAX PREPARATION SERVICES FOR THE UNDERSERVED LOW-INCOME POPULATION IN THE COMMUNITY,AND TO PROVIDE OUTREACH IN THE AREA OF CLAIMING FEDERAL REFUNDABLE TAX CREDITS. EXPENSES = 41,762
CLASSES OF MEMBERS OR STOCKHOLDERS
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 6
PER THE ORGANIZATION'S BY-LAWS, REGULAR MEMBERS SHALL BE THOSE INDIVIDUALS WHO CONTRIBUTE FINANCIALLY TO THE ORGANIZATION,AND EACH MEMBER AGENCY SHALL BE ENTITLED TO DESIGNATE A VOLUNTEER TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF THE ORGANIZATION.
ELECTION OF MEMBERS AND THEIR RIGHTS
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 7A
THE BOARD IS ELECTED BY THE MEMBERSHIP, WHICH CONSISTS OF REGULAR MEMBERS (INDIVIDUAL DONORS) AND INSTITUTIONAL MEMBERS ( ONE PER PARTICIPATING MEMBER AGENCY).
ORGANIZATION'S PROCESS USED TO REVIEW FORM 990
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 11B
A DRAFT COPY OF THE RETURN IS PROVIDED TO THE PRESIDENT, ACCOUNTANT, AND TREASURER FOR REVIEW AND DISCUSSION. AFTER THIS REVIEW, ALL APPROPRIATE REVISIONS ARE MADE AND THEN DRAFT COPIES ARE PROVIDED TO ALL BOARD MEMBERS FOR ADDITIONAL REVIEW.
ENFORCEMENT OF CONFLICTS POLICY
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 12C
THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES APPLY TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THEY ARE REVIEWED AND RENEWED AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH YEAR. ALSO, DISCUSSIONS ARE CONDUCTED WITH ALL NEW BOARD MEMBERS AND DOCUMENTS SIGNED BEFORE THEY ARE NOMINATED AND ELECTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. THE BOARD MEMBERS ARE REQUIRED TO DISCLOSE ANY ADDITIONAL POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST THAT MAY ARISE DURING THE YEAR AND WE ALSO REVIEW THE BOARD MEMBERS LISTS FROM ALL THE AGENCIES RECEIVING DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS FROM UNITED WAY. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST ARE ALSO DISCLOSED FROM THE VOLUNTEERS SERVING ON THE COMMUNITY INVESTMENT COMMITTEE. THIS IS COVERED WITH THEM IN TRAINING EACH YEAR.
COMPENSATION PROCESS FOR TOP OFFICIAL
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 15A
CEO PERFORMANCE AND COMPENSATION REVIEW IS CONDUCTED ANNUALLY THE REVIEW IS CONDUCTED BY AN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE THAT CONSISTS OF THE IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, CURRENT CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, AND THE CHAIR-ELECT. BOTH THE CEO AND THE EVALUATORS PREPARE FOR THE REVIEW IN ADVANCE. THE CEO REVIEWS THE VARIOUS EXPERIENCES/ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME AND THE EVALUATORS DO THE SAME. INPUT FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND/OR THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE IS GATHERED THROUGH THE UTILIZATION OF A FEEDBACK FORM THAT ALSO ALLOWS FOR GENERAL COMMENTS.THE INPUT FORMS ARE SENT DIRECTLY TO THE CHAIRMAN AND ALL OF THE INPUT IS SUMMARIZED INTO ONE CONSOLIDATED REVIEW FORM THAT REFLECTS ALL INPUT. THE COMMITTEE THEN MEETS IN PERSON WITH THE CEO TO DISCUSS AND PLAN FOR THE NEW YEAR. THE REVIEW PRESENTED TO THE CEO IS A COMPOSITE OF FEEDBACK AND COMMENTS BUT THE ENTIRE COMMITTEE MEETS WITH THE CEO FOR DISCUSSION OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT. REASONABLE COMPENSATION WITHIN THE PARAMETERS OF THE APPROVED BUDGET GUIDELINES WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE COMMITTEE. SHOULD THE COMMITTEE DETERMINE THAT COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS OUTSIDE THE PARAMETERS OF THE APPROVED BUDGET ARE TO BE CONSIDERED, THE RECOMMENDATION MUST GO BACK TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR APPROVAL. PERIODIC REGIONAL, STATE, AND LOCAL SALARY AND BENEFIT STUDIES ARE UNDERTAKEN TO INSURE FAIR AND REASONABLE COMPENSATION. CEO RECEIVES SALARY AND REASONABLE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS. CEO DOES NOT RECEIVE A COMPANY AUTOMOBILE OR MONTHLY AUTOMOBILE ALLOWANCE, BONUS, EXPENSE ACCOUNT, OR SOCIAL CLUB MEMBERSHIPS AS PART OF COMPENSATION.
COMPENSATION PROCESS FOR OFFICERS
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 15B
THE PRESIDENT PERFORMS EVALUATIONS AND DETERMINES COMPENSATION FOR ALL OTHER KEY EMPLOYEES BASED ON A PRE-APPROVED BUDGET AMOUNT SET BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
GOVERNING DOCUMENTS DISCLOSURE EXPLANATION
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 19
DOCUMENTS ARE AVAILABLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC UPON REQUEST AND CAN BE INSPECTED AT THE UNITED WAY OFFICES.
RECONCILIATION OF CHANGES - OTHER
FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 9
GOLF TOURNAMENT EXP. REPORTED NET OF REVENUE 11,641 GOLF TOURNAMENT EXP. REPORTED NET OF REVENUE -11,641
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.