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        <ReturnReference>PAGE 6, PART VI, SECTION C, #19</ReturnReference>
        <Explanation>Upon appointment, the governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and the financial statements are available from the business manager upon request.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>Compensation for the board members and employees is based on reasonable compensation that would be paid for like services by like enterprises under like circumstances. The officers, directors and trustees are members of the Congregation of the Little Sisters of the Poor and take a vow of poverty rendering them ineligible for compensation benefits. Each receives a monthly stipend and may be provided with insurance coverage.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>Directors, officers, and all employees who influence the actions of Little Sisters of the Poor are covered under the policy. Conflict of interest may be defined as an interest, direct or indirect with any persons or firms involved with Little Sisters of the Poor. Transactions with parties with whom a conflicting interest exists may be undertaken only if the conflicting interest is fully disclosed. The person with the conflict of interest is excluded from the discussion and approval of such transaction, A competitive bid or comparable valuation exists and the board or a duly constituted committee, thereof, has determined that the transaction is in the best interest of the organization.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>Before submission to the IRS, the preparer provides each member of the board of directors and the development office director a final draft of the return, reviews the organizations activities and informs them of tax laws pertaining to Little Sisters of the Poor. The process ensures Little Sisters of the Poor meets all necessary requirements.</Explanation>
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