The non-negotiables that shape every board meeting, every policy, and every dollar we steward.
01
Girls First, Always
Every governance decision is filtered through one question: does this protect and serve the girls in our programs?
02
Independence & Oversight
A majority-independent board, annual conflict-of-interest disclosures, and recusal from related-party decisions.
03
Transparency by Default
Bylaws, policies, and annual financial summaries are available to school partners, donors, and the public on request.
04
501(c)(3) Stewardship
We operate within IRS guidance for tax-exempt non-profits and steward every dollar with care.
Board of Directors
The seats around our table.
Our board provides strategic oversight, fiduciary stewardship, and mission accountability. Director names are published in our annual report; role descriptions are listed below.
01
Chair
Provides strategic leadership, sets the agenda, and presides over board meetings.
02
Vice Chair
Supports the Chair, steps in when needed, and leads cross-cutting strategic initiatives.
03
Secretary
Maintains records and meeting minutes; ensures governance and compliance documentation.
04
Treasurer
Oversees financial health, budgeting, audit readiness, and fiduciary responsibility.
Policies on file
The guardrails we hold ourselves to.
All policies below are reviewed annually by the board. Copies are available to school partners, donors, and the public upon request.
Need a different document — bylaws, IRS determination letter, the most recent Form 990, or audited financials? Reach out and we’ll send it within two business days.
Public archive
Minutes & annual reports.
A living record of how we govern. Approved board minutes are posted after the following meeting; annual reports drop each spring.
Annual reports
Year in review
Annual Report 2025
Published Mar 2025
Available by request while we finalize the public web edition.