Accountability

Havens follows a strict grant-making process to ensure accountability. At the beginning of each year, an allocation of funds ($4,500 on average) is deposited into each Almoner's "Relief Fund" checking account, held in a community bank on Havens' behalf. Every Almoner is required to submit a detailed annual grant report, which is then compared with their bank statements. After a preliminary staff review, Almoners' reports are then divided among the members of the Havens Board of Managers for a thorough second examination. Finally, the full Board meets to discuss Almoner evaluations and approve allocations for the next year. 

Financials

Havens Relief Fund's most recent 990 Forms are available via GuideStar.