MISSION
Have a mission that is in concert with the mission and operating values of United Way; the agency’s mission must be primarily focused on the direct provision of human services to benefit the residents of Onondaga County.

COMPLIANCE
Comply with applicable Federal and New York State nondiscrimination laws.

BOARD
Be under the control of an active, local volunteer board which is organized and functions to provide policy and management accountability.  If the agency is the local affiliate of a statewide or national organization directed by a governing board, the local agency must have its own governing body, advisory board or council (which will be deemed its board).

ADMINISTRATION
Have a staff person or volunteer designated by the agency’s Board of Directors to be responsible for agency administration and program management.

CHARACTER AND COMPETENCE
Demonstrate the character and competence, including the appropriate personnel, to deliver effective and efficient programming.

FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Provide evidence of fiscal accountability and general fiscal health, including a board-approved current year operating budget, and the most recent copy (within 2 years) of the agency’s independent audited financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS as may be noted in the Agency Fiscal and Management Assessment.