ACT Now Education
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
ACT Now Education does not meet the following 4 Standards for Charity Accountability:
Standard 14 (Budget)
Have a board-approved annual budget for its current fiscal year, outlining projected expenses for major program activities, fund raising, and administration.
ACT Now does not meet this Standard because, when the organization provided 2024 budget information, it indicated that the budget did not identify:
- Total projected program service expenses.
- Total projected fundraising expenses.
Standard 16 (Annual Report)
Have an annual report available to all, on request, that includes: (a) the organization's mission statement, (b) a summary of the past year's program service accomplishments, (c) a roster of the officers and members of the board of directors, (d) financial information that includes (i) total income in the past fiscal year, (ii) expenses in the same program, fund raising and administrative categories as in the financial statements, and (iii) ending net assets.
ACT Now does not meet this Standard because:
- The organization states it does not have an annual report covering activities conducted in 2022.
Standard 17 (Web Site Disclosures)
Include on any charity websites that solicit contributions, the same information that is recommended for annual reports, as well as the mailing address of the charity and electronic access to its most recent IRS Form 990.
ACT Now does not meet this Standard because the organization’s website, https://actnoweducation.org/, does not include all of the recommended information for those charity websites that solicit for donations. Specifically, it does not include:
- A summary of 2022 program service accomplishments.
Standard 18 (Privacy for Written Appeals & Internet Privacy)
Address privacy concerns of donors by (a) providing in written appeals, at least annually, a means (e.g., such as a check off box) for both new and continuing donors to inform the charity if they do not want their name and address shared outside the organization, (b) providing a clear, prominent and easily accessible privacy policy on any of its websites that tells visitors (i) what information, if any, is being collected about them by the charity and how this information will be used, (ii) how to contact the charity to review personal information collected and request corrections, (iii) how to inform the charity (e.g., a check off box) that the visitor does not wish his/her personal information to be shared outside the organization, and (iv) what security measures the charity has in place to protect personal information.
ACT Now does not meet this Standard because the privacy policy on its website, https://actnoweducation.org/, does not indicate:
- What security measures are in place to protect personal information that is collected.
The BBB Wise Giving Alliance requested but did not receive complete information from the organization and is unable to verify the organization's compliance with the following Standard(s) for Charity Accountability: 1, 3, 13
ACT Now Education meets the remaining 13 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
"to inspire and empower our community via education by providing upskilling, reskilling, and career-enhancing information and opportunities for active duty, veterans, military spouses, reservists, and the National Guard in order to better lives and strengthen minds."
Year, State Incorporated:
2021, GA
Also Known As:
ACT Now Education
ACT Now Education (ACT Now) works to empower the military community through educational and career development initiatives. The organization reports offering personalized career planning and guidance for those transitioning from military to civilian employment, support in business development for aspiring entrepreneurs, and facilitating job opportunities by connecting military personnel with potential employers. ACT Now reports emphasizing the importance of professional certifications and apprenticeships, and championing the concept of lifelong learning, offering upskilling and reskilling opportunities to enhance career prospects and personal development. The organization’s target audience includes Active Duty personnel, Veterans, Military Spouses, Reservists, and the National Guard. Through these efforts, ACT Now reports aiding in career advancement and contributing to the overall well-being and empowerment of individuals within the military community.
For the year ended June 30, 2023, ACT Now Education's program expenses were:
Program services: $223,824
Total Program Expenses: $223,824
Chief Executive
Jai Salters, Executive Director
Chair of the Board
Mona Contractor
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Executive Administrative Assistant
Board Size
7
Paid Staff Size
0
*2022 compensation includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Note: ACT Now reports being an all-volunteer organization, with Jai Salters volunteering as Executive Director.
Method(s) Used:
Grant proposals, Internet
Fundraising costs were 3% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $262,179, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on ACT Now Education's audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2023.
Source of Funds
| Grants | $257,910 |
| Interest income | $10 |
| Contributions | $4,269 |
| Total Income | $262,189 |
Programs: 93% Fundraising: 3% Administrative: 4%
| Total Income | $262,189 |
| Total expenses: | $241,963 |
| Program expenses | $223,824 |
| Fundraising expenses | $8,144 |
| Administrative expenses | $9,995 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $20,226 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $1,194 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $21,420 |
| Total Liabilities | $0 |
| Total Assets | $21,420 |
Note: The financial summary above is based on internally produced financial statements for the 6 month period ended June 30, 2023.
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