| Return Reference | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 4 | The Association amended its Constitution and Articles of Incorporation on December 11, 2024, with approval from the Board of Directors to change its name to American Journey Financial Life (AJFL). The amendments were approved by the Ohio Department of Insurance on January 8, 2025, and membership was subsequently notified. The name change is effective beginning with the 2025 tax year. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 | The UTUIA (now AJFL) has approximately 37,119 policyholders who are members of the Fraternal Benefit Society. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a | The members (policyholders) of the UTUIA (now AJFL) elect delegates to the Grand Convention (held every four years) who then elect the Board of Directors. The next Grand Convention is scheduled to be held during the second half of 2027. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b | The Form 990 is produced in the finance department under the direction of the Secretary & Treasurer. A final draft is then forwarded to the Chairperson of the Independent Governance & Audit Committee, and the President of the UTUIA (now AJFL) for review and approval before the document is filed. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c | The Board members are required on an annual basis to review the conflict-of-interest policy and enter their adherence and approval into the minutes. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 | The Board of Directors established a Compensation Committee to research and establish guidelines for compensation based on the "completion of goals" for the President and the Secretary & Treasurer. The Compensation Committee also reviews and recommends Board of Director fees and retainers. The full Board of Directors approves compensation for the President, Secretary & Treasurer, and fees/retainers for Board members. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 | Policies are available upon written request through the Office of the President and copies are provided electronically or by mail. |
| Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 | The amount of $2,286,661 is the change in net realized gain of $2,132,095, plus the change in Asset Valuation Reserve of $137,129, plus the change in non-admitted assets of 17,437 during year 2024. |
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