Charities Review Council - All Charities (Reviewed by the Council) - Review: ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter, The

ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter, The (Detailed Report)

Meets all standards

333 N Washington Ave Ste 105
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Principal Staff: Susan J. Spalding, Executive Director
Board Chair: Scott Nelson
EIN: 41-1756085

Phone: 612-672-0484
Toll-free: 888-672-0484
Fax: 612-672-9110
Main E-mail: info@alsmn.org
Website: www.alsmn.org
IRS Code: 501(c)(3)

Other Names Used: The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association, Minnesota Chapter

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MISSION

The mission of The ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter is to lead the fight to cure and treat ALS through global, cutting-edge research, and to empower people with Lou Gehrig's Disease and their families to live fuller lives by providing them with compassionate care and support.

990 SNAPSHOT (2005-2007)

Programs and Expenses (2007)

Patient and Community Services: $1,117,294.00

Public Awareness: $61,001.00

Research: $55,224.00


3-Year Average Charity Expenses		% of total expenses
Program Services:	$1,192,099	72.7%
Management:	$111,658	6.8%
Fundraising:	$294,935	18%
Payment to affiliates:	$40,457	2.5%

Accountability Review Results:

Comments from the Council:
The ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter's program expenses in the 990 Snapshot include payments to affiliates to support national programs.

Date of final report: 01/11/2007
Updated: 12/4/2007

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PUBLIC DISCLOSURE

Legal Compliance (1A)

Financial & Annual Reporting (1B)

Accomplishments (1C)

Reporting Consistency (1D)

GOVERNANCE

Board Meetings (2A)

Conflict Of Interest Policy (2B)

Board Compensation (2C)

Board/Staff Positions (2D)

Board Term Limits (2E)

FINANCIAL ACTIVITY

Use Of Funds (3A)

Reserve Limits (3B)

Financial Health (3C)

Board Fiduciary Oversight (3D)

FUNDRAISING

Ethical Fundraising (4A)

Voluntary Charitable Giving (4B)

Soliciting Practices (4C)

CHARITY RESPONSE TO REVIEW:

The ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter serves the 300-400 people living with ALS in Minnesota, Fargo, ND and Superior, WI. We provide direct services to the patients and families living with ALS. These include; the Hrbek-Sing Communication and Assistive Device Program, the Jack Norton Family Respite Care Program, a Durable Medical Equipment Loan Pool, patient and family consulation and support, education resources, a lending library, volunteer programs, a bi-monthly newsletter, and advocacy. We also support nationally directed ALS research. We are pleased to take part in the Charities Review Council's Accountability Review. This opportunity allows us to show our donors, sponsors, and the people we serve that The ALS Association, Minnesota Chapter strives for excellence and accountability in our daily pursuit to fulfill our mission.

NON-CASH DONATIONS
612-672-0484 More on non-cash donations to this charity. Type of Goods Accepted: Automobiles Sold to Raise Funds Other (Communication devices and durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds etc. )	Goods Donation Instructions/Restrictions: Please call the Chapter office to inquire about donating a communication device or any durable medical equipment. Our Chapter staff will consult with you and help arrange a pick-up or drop-off time. Vehicle donations are arranged through our National office and not by the state Chapter. Drop Off's Accepted In: Hennepin County Pick-up Available: Twin Cities Metro Area
CHARITY DETAILS
Number of FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):	9
Number of Volunteers:	371
Number of clients served in the last fiscal year:	500


Affiliations: Community Health Charities	Other Affiliations/Accreditations: We are part of the national ALS Association