| Return Reference | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 | The organization is fraternal in nature and is made up of many members affiliated by common principles and ideals. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a | The members vote annually to elect their governing body. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b | The board makes the majority of the decisions, although critical and significant organizational items would be put to a membership vote. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b | The Form 990 was presented to each board member for his approval, after which the original was reviewed by the imperial headquarters. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c | Our conflict of interest policy is part of the "Shrine Code of Ethics". Compliance therewith is monitored and enforced by our imperial council bylaws Section 210.7. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 | We do not make our governing documents, conflict of interest policy, or financial statements available to the public. Our Form 990 is available for public inspection upon written request. |
| Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c | An annual audit or review of the financial statements is performed by the independent firm James Russell, PLLC. The process used to select the independent firm to perform the annual review has not changed. |
| Software ID: | 24020490 |
| Software Version: | 2024v5.2 |