One of our guiding principles is TRANSPARENCY.
We are honest with each other and the public. We are transparent regarding our processes and the results of our work.
If you have a specific request or questions, please reach out to us.
If you have a specific request or questions, please reach out to us.
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Charity Designation
501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization EIN: 85-2907875 Registered as Lifeline of Galveston County |
Address100 E Nasa Parkway, Ste 55
Webster, TX, 77598 OR PO BOX 974, Texas City, TX, 77592 |
Form 990s
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Donor Privacy Policy
Updated 2024
Donor Data
We will not sell, share or trade our donors’ names or personal information with any other entity, nor send mailings to our donors on behalf of other organizations.
This policy applies to all information received by Lifeline of Galveston County, both online and offline, on any platform as well as any electronic, written, or oral communications.
To the extent any donations are processed through a third-party service provider, our donors’ information will only be used for purposes necessary to process the donation.
You have the right to review information that we have collected about you. To review that information please contact us at [email protected].
Changes to the Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to change this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will note the last update at the top of this Privacy Policy.
Donor Data
We will not sell, share or trade our donors’ names or personal information with any other entity, nor send mailings to our donors on behalf of other organizations.
This policy applies to all information received by Lifeline of Galveston County, both online and offline, on any platform as well as any electronic, written, or oral communications.
To the extent any donations are processed through a third-party service provider, our donors’ information will only be used for purposes necessary to process the donation.
You have the right to review information that we have collected about you. To review that information please contact us at [email protected].
Changes to the Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to change this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will note the last update at the top of this Privacy Policy.
Conflict of Interest Policy
Conflict of Interest Policy
1. Purpose:
The purpose of this Conflict of Interest Policy ("Policy") is to establish guidelines and procedures to ensure that employees and board members of Lifeline of Galveston County ("Organization") maintain the highest ethical standards and avoid situations where personal interests may conflict with the best interests of the Organization and its mission.
2. Scope:
This Policy applies to all employees, volunteers, contractors, and representatives of the Organization, including members of the Board of Directors.
3. Definitions:
Conflict of Interest: A conflict of interest arises when an individual's personal, financial, or other interests interfere or appear to interfere with their ability to objectively and effectively fulfill their responsibilities and duties to the Organization.
Related Person: Any individual who has a close personal, familial, financial, or business relationship with an employee or representative of the Organization.
4. Reporting Obligations:
All employees and representatives have a duty to promptly disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest. This includes situations where an individual or their Related Person has a financial interest, ownership stake, position, or other relationship that might reasonably be expected to influence their decisions or actions on behalf of the Organization.
5. Procedures:
a. Disclosure: Employees and representatives must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest in writing to their immediate supervisor or the executive director using the provided Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form (which can be provided to you if you ask for it). If the conflict involves the immediate supervisor, the disclosure should be made to the next higher-level supervisor, executive director or board of directors.
b. Review and Resolution: The Organization's executive director or board of directors, in consultation with legal counsel if necessary, will review each disclosure to determine the nature and significance of the conflict. The executive director will assess whether the conflict poses a risk to the Organization's interests or its reputation.
c. Mitigation: If a conflict is determined to exist, the Organization may take steps to mitigate the conflict, which may include recusal from decision-making, reassignment of responsibilities, or other appropriate measures.
d. Non-Discrimination: No employee or representative shall be subjected to any adverse employment action or discrimination for making a good faith disclosure of a conflict of interest.
6. Board of Directors:
a. Disclosure: Members of the Board of Directors have a duty to disclose any potential conflicts of interest to the Board as soon as they become aware of such conflicts.
b. Recusal: Board members with a conflict of interest shall recuse themselves from discussions and decisions involving the conflict. They shall not vote on matters related to the conflict.
7. Annual Review:
The Organization shall conduct an annual review of all disclosures and potential conflicts of interest.
8. Consequences:
Failure to comply with this Policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or other relationships with the Organization.
9. Policy Acknowledgment:
All employees and representatives are required to read, understand, and acknowledge this Policy as a condition of their employment or involvement with the Organization. Acknowledgment forms will be maintained in personnel files.
10. Confidentiality:
All conflict of interest disclosures and related discussions will be treated as confidential to the extent possible, consistent with legal and regulatory requirements.
11. Review and Updates:
This Policy will be reviewed periodically by the Board of Directors and may be amended as necessary to reflect changes in the Organization's activities, structure, or legal requirements.
By acknowledging this Policy, employees and representatives affirm their commitment to uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability in their actions on behalf of Lifeline of Galveston County .
1. Purpose:
The purpose of this Conflict of Interest Policy ("Policy") is to establish guidelines and procedures to ensure that employees and board members of Lifeline of Galveston County ("Organization") maintain the highest ethical standards and avoid situations where personal interests may conflict with the best interests of the Organization and its mission.
2. Scope:
This Policy applies to all employees, volunteers, contractors, and representatives of the Organization, including members of the Board of Directors.
3. Definitions:
Conflict of Interest: A conflict of interest arises when an individual's personal, financial, or other interests interfere or appear to interfere with their ability to objectively and effectively fulfill their responsibilities and duties to the Organization.
Related Person: Any individual who has a close personal, familial, financial, or business relationship with an employee or representative of the Organization.
4. Reporting Obligations:
All employees and representatives have a duty to promptly disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest. This includes situations where an individual or their Related Person has a financial interest, ownership stake, position, or other relationship that might reasonably be expected to influence their decisions or actions on behalf of the Organization.
5. Procedures:
a. Disclosure: Employees and representatives must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest in writing to their immediate supervisor or the executive director using the provided Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form (which can be provided to you if you ask for it). If the conflict involves the immediate supervisor, the disclosure should be made to the next higher-level supervisor, executive director or board of directors.
b. Review and Resolution: The Organization's executive director or board of directors, in consultation with legal counsel if necessary, will review each disclosure to determine the nature and significance of the conflict. The executive director will assess whether the conflict poses a risk to the Organization's interests or its reputation.
c. Mitigation: If a conflict is determined to exist, the Organization may take steps to mitigate the conflict, which may include recusal from decision-making, reassignment of responsibilities, or other appropriate measures.
d. Non-Discrimination: No employee or representative shall be subjected to any adverse employment action or discrimination for making a good faith disclosure of a conflict of interest.
6. Board of Directors:
a. Disclosure: Members of the Board of Directors have a duty to disclose any potential conflicts of interest to the Board as soon as they become aware of such conflicts.
b. Recusal: Board members with a conflict of interest shall recuse themselves from discussions and decisions involving the conflict. They shall not vote on matters related to the conflict.
7. Annual Review:
The Organization shall conduct an annual review of all disclosures and potential conflicts of interest.
8. Consequences:
Failure to comply with this Policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or other relationships with the Organization.
9. Policy Acknowledgment:
All employees and representatives are required to read, understand, and acknowledge this Policy as a condition of their employment or involvement with the Organization. Acknowledgment forms will be maintained in personnel files.
10. Confidentiality:
All conflict of interest disclosures and related discussions will be treated as confidential to the extent possible, consistent with legal and regulatory requirements.
11. Review and Updates:
This Policy will be reviewed periodically by the Board of Directors and may be amended as necessary to reflect changes in the Organization's activities, structure, or legal requirements.
By acknowledging this Policy, employees and representatives affirm their commitment to uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability in their actions on behalf of Lifeline of Galveston County .