2015-09-28T14:02:34-05:00 2014-12-31 260446053 HAMILTON PYLE & BOWMAN LLP 8303 N Mopac Expy Suite A-120 Austin TX 78759 990 2014-01-01 205496495 Austin Explore Inc AUST 5123208899 2121 East Cesar Chavez Austin TX 78702 Mike Braeuer CEO 5123208899 2015-09-22 1 Michael R Grimes CPA P00633851 5126717711 2014 2016-02-25 16:41:14Z 2121 East Cesar Chavez Austin TX 78702 1111229 0 1 X www.exploreaustin.org X 2006 TX Founded in 2006, Explore Austin combines the benefits of mentoring and outdoor adventure in a six-year program for 6th through 12th grade inner-city youth. Explore Austin helps Explorers increase self-confidence, build character, and develop a sense of responsibility for themselves and those around them. 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Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 Line 11a explanation - Copies are provided to each board member for review and discussion before the return is filed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c We discuss annually our conflict of interest policy with all of the board members and we follow up immediatly if any issues arise. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 The compensation committee, made up of board members, reviews similar non profits Form 990 for salaries, and they also consult with Greenlights regarding salary surveys. The compensation committee, made up of board members, reviews similar non profits Form 990 for salaries, and they also consult with Greenlights regarding salary surveys. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to public upon request. Copies of our Form 990 may also be found on the Guidestar website. (www.guidestar.org)