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
THE POWER OF U INC
Employer identification number
56-2177076
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?
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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?
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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
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
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.
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..
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...
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.)..
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions)
..................
12
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
15
Public support percentage for 2011 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
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
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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......
1,097,207
836,318
748,279
525,414
655,074
3,862,292
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.
1,097,207
836,318
748,279
525,414
655,074
3,862,292
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.)
3,862,292
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...
1,097,207
836,318
748,279
525,414
655,074
3,862,292
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.)..
1,097,207
836,318
748,279
525,414
655,074
3,862,292
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
100.000 %
16
Public support percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
...............
16
100.000 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2012 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
......
17
0 %
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
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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
Additional Data
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Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ
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
THE POWER OF U INC
Employer identification number
56-2177076
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
ORGANIZATION'S MISSION
FORM 990 - ORGANIZATION'S MISSION
THE POWER OF U IS COMMITTED TO SERVING ITS COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION, PARENTING TRAINING, AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS IN EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA. THE ORGANIZATION USES A VARIETY OF EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES TO INCLUDE MUTLI-SYSTEMIC THERAPY, ACTIVE PARENTING, AND PROJECT SUCCESS TO PREVENT OR TREAT SUBSTANCE ABUSE. THE ORGANIZATION USES TRAINED SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALISTS AND APPROPRIATELY LICENSED CLINICIANS TO DELIVER SERVICES IN LOCAL SCHOOLS, YOUTH GROUPS, CHURCHES, LOCAL DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES OFFICES AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS. THE POWER OF U'S PREVENTION AND TREATMENT ACTIVITIES ARE CONDUCTED PRIMARILY IN EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA. UNDER ITS OPERATING PLAN, THE ORGANIZATION HAS EXECUTED AN AGREEMENT WITH ITS RELATED MANAGEMENT SERVICE ORGANIZATION, UPLIFT COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, INC., AN S CORPORATION ENTITY. UNDER THE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT, UPLIFT COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, INC. PROVIDES ALL LABOR AND RELATED SUPPORT TO THE ORGANIZATION IN FURTHERANCE OF ITS EXEMPT PURPOSE AND IS CORRESPONDINGLY COMPENSATED AT ARMS-LENGTH FOR THESE SERVICES.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FORM 990
THE POWER OF U IS COMMITTED TO SERVING ITS COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SERVICES TO HIGH RISK YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 14 AND 18. THE ORGANIZATION USES "PROJECT SUCCESS" (SCHOOLS USING COORDINATED COMMUNITY EFFORTS TO STRENGTHEN STUDENTS), A PROVEN PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR THIS POPULATION. THE ORGANIZATION USES TRAINED SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALISTS TO DELIVER THE PROGRAM IN LOCAL SCHOOLS, YOUTH GROUPS, CHURCHES, AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS. "PROJECT SUCCESS" IS DELIVERED DURING SCHOOL HOURS IN ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS, AND NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS IN THE COMMUNITY. SPECIFIC TAX EXEMPT ORGANIZATION'S THAT HAVE RECEIVED THE BENEFIT OF UPLIFT FOUNDATION'S COMMUNITY SERVICE INCLUDE 4-H CLUBS, VARIOUS HOUSES OF WORSHIP, AND LOCAL YOUTH GROUPS. THESE ACTIVITIES ARE CONDUCTED PRIMARILY IN EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA. UNDER ITS OPERATING PLAN, THE ORGANIZATION HAS EXECUTED AN AGREEMENT WITH ITS RELATED MANAGEMENT SERVICE ORGANIZATION, UPLIFT COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, INC., AN S CORPORATION ENTITY. UNDER THE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT, UPLIFT COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, INC. PROVIDES ALL LABOR AND RELATED SUPPORT TO THE ORGANIZATION IN FURTHERANCE OF ITS EXEMPT PURPOSE AND IS CORRESPONDINGLY COMPENSATED FOR THESE SERVICES.
RELATED PARTY INFORMATION AMONG OFFICERS
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 2
SHIRLEY B TAYLOR JOHN W., JOHN E., & GARRETT TAYLOR PRESIDENT OFFICERS FAMILY RELATIONSHIP
MANAGEMENT DELEGATED
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 3
MANAGEMENT OF THE ORGANIZATION IS CONDUCTED BY AND IN CONJUNCTION WITH UPLIFT COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, INC., A HEALTH SERVICES COMPANY OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE ORGANIZATION'S DIRECTORS. (SEE SCHEDULE R AND SCHEDULE L FOR ADDITIONAL DETAIL). DURING THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING 7/1/12, THE ORGANIZATION HAS TRANSITIONED CERTAIN ACTIVITIES BACK UNDER ITS DIRECT CONTROL WITH INTENTION TO EVAULATE THE COST V. BENEFIT OF AUGMENTING ITS INTERNAL OPERATIONS FOR FUTURE RESTRUCTUING OF PROGRAM SERVICES.
ORGANIZATION'S PROCESS USED TO REVIEW FORM 990
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 11B
THE DIRECTORS REVIEW THE 990 PREPARED BY THE OUTSIDE ACCOUNTANTS PRIOR TO FILING. ANY QUESTIONS RELATED TO THE INFORMATION DISCLOSED ON THE RETURN ARE DISCUSSED WITH THE PREPARERS FOR RESOLUTION PRIOR TO FILING.
ENFORCEMENT OF CONFLICTS POLICY
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 12C
ALL PERSONS PERFORMING SERVICES FOR THE ORGANIZATION AND ITS RELATED MANAGEMENT COMPANY MUST ADHERE TO THE WRITTEN CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY. IT IS THE INTEREST OF THE ORGANIZATION, ITS BOARD MEMBERS, AND STAFF TO STRENGTHEN TRUST AND CONFIDENCE IN EACH OTHER, TO EXPEDITE RESOLUTION OF PROBLEMS, TO MITIGATE THE EFFECT AND TO MINIMIZE ORGANIZATIONAL AND INDIVIDUAL STRESS THAT CAN BE CAUSED BY ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST. THE POLICY REQUIRES ALL PERSONS TO AVOID CONFLICTS, EVEN THE APPEARANCE OF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST. UPLIFT AND ITS AFFILIATED COMPANY (SEE SCHEDULE R) SERVE THECOMMUNITY AS A WHOLE RATHER THAN SERVING A SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP. THE APPEARANCE OF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST CAN CAUSE EMBARRASSMENT TO THE ORGANIZATION AND JEOPARDIZE ITS CREDIBILITY. ANY CONFLICT OF INTEREST, POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST OR THE APPEARANCE OF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST IS TO BE REPORTED TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OR OTHER SUPERVISOR IMMEDIATELY. EMPLOYEES ARE TO MAINTAIN INDEPENDENCE AND OBJECTIVITY WITH CLIENTS, THEIR PARENTS/GUARDIANS, OTHER CO-WORKERS, STAFF/EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PROVIDER ORGANIZATIONS AND THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE.
COMPENSATION PROCESS FOR TOP OFFICIAL
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 15A
THE EXECUTIVE OFFICERS ARE COMPENSATED INDIRECTLY BY THE ORGANIZATION THROUGH ITS RELATED MANAGEMENT SERVICES COMPANY UPLIFT COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, INC. (SEE SCH. L, O AND R REFERENCES). COMPENSATION PAID BY THE MANAGEMENT COMPANY IS SET AT A REASONABLE BASIS BY THE OWNERS OF THE MANAGEMENT COMPANY IN RELIANCE ON THEIR CONSIDERABLE EXPERTISE AND KNOWLEDGE OF MARKET COMPARABILITY.
COMPENSATION PROCESS FOR OFFICERS
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 15B
OTHER THAN THE EXECUTIVE OFFICERS, NO OTHER OFFICERS CURRENTLY EXIST THAT WOULD REQUIRE COMPENSATION POLICIES AT THIS TIME.
GOVERNING DOCUMENTS DISCLOSURE EXPLANATION
FORM 990, PAGE 6, PART VI, LINE 19
ALL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY LAW FOR INSPECTION TO THE PUBLIC ARE MADE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST TO THE FOUNDATION OFFICES.
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