Audit 322978

FY End
2023-12-31
Total Expended
$3.21M
Findings
36
Programs
4
Organization: 1890 Universities Foundation (DC)
Year: 2023 Accepted: 2024-09-30
Auditor: Sb & Company LLC

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Findings

ID Ref Severity Repeat Requirement
500134 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500135 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500136 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500137 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500138 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500139 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500140 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500141 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500142 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500143 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500144 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500145 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500146 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500147 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500148 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500149 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
500150 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
500151 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076576 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076577 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076578 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076579 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076580 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076581 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076582 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076583 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076584 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076585 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076586 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076587 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076588 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076589 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076590 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076591 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B
1076592 2023-002 Significant Deficiency Yes M
1076593 2023-003 Significant Deficiency - B

Contacts

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FL2BLZJRD826 Calece Hilliard Auditee
2025791712 Pamela Gray Auditor
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Notes to SEFA

Title: BASIS OF PRESENTATION Accounting Policies: All Federal grant operations of the 1890 Universities Foundation (the Foundation) are included in the scope of Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (the Single Audit). The Single Audit was performed in accordance with the provisions of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Compliance Supplement (the Compliance Supplement). Compliance testing of all requirements, as described in the Compliance Supplement, was performed for the major grant program noted below. The programs on the schedule of expenditures of Federal awards represents all Federal award programs with fiscal year 2023, cash or non-cash expenditure activities and loans made with Federal awards. For single audit testing, we tested to ensure coverage of at least 40% of Federally granted funds. Actual coverage is 84%. Expenditures reported on the schedule of expenditures of Federal awards (the Schedule) are reported in accordance with the cost principles contained in the Single Audit, wherein certain types of expenditures are not allowable or are limited as to reimbursement. De Minimis Rate Used: N Rate Explanation: The Foundation has elected not to use the 10-percent de minimis indirect cost rate as allowed under the Uniform Guidance. The accompanying Schedule includes the Federal award activity of the Foundation and is presented on the accrual basis of accounting.

Finding Details

Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Subrecipient Monitoring Repeat Finding: Yes Condition: Management did not verify that its subrecipient’s were not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transactions. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.303, the non-Federal entity must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the Federal award that provides reasonable assurance that the non-Federal entity is managing the Federal award in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the Federal award. Pursuant to 31 USC 7502(f)(2) (Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (Pub. L. No. 104-156)), 2 CFR sections 200.330, .331, and .501(h), a pass-through entity must identify the award and applicable requirements, evaluate risk, monitor, and ensure accountability of subrecipients. Additionally, when entering into subaward transactions, the non-federal entity must verify that the entity, as defined in 2 CFR section 180.995 and agency adopting regulations, not suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from participating in the transaction. This verification may be accomplished by (1) checking the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusions maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA). Cause: Program personnel were unaware of the requirement included in Uniform Guidance related to procedures required for subrecipient monitoring. Effect: If subrecipients were not in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the noncompliance timely. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation continue to improve the subrecipient monitoring controls its Federal programs and prepare and maintain a written plan to monitor its subrecipients. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.
Significant Deficiency and Noncompliance over Allowable Costs/Costs Principles Repeat Finding: No Condition: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under Federal grants. Criteria: In accordance with 2 CFR §200.430, the non-Federal entity may compensate for personal services including all remuneration, paid currently or accrued, for services of employees rendered during the period of performance under the Federal award, including but not necessarily limited to wages and salaries. The costs of compensation are allowable to the extent that they satisfy the specific requirements of this part. Additionally, as defined in 2 CFR Ch. II (1-1-18 Edition) §200.430(g), for compensation to members of nonprofit organizations, trustees, directors, associates, officers, or the immediate families thereof, determination must be made that such compensation is reasonable for the actual personal services rendered rather than a distribution of earnings in excess of costs. This may include director’s and executive committee member’s fees, incentive awards, allowances for offsite pay, incentive pay, location allowances, hardship pay, and cost-of-living differentials. Cause: Management did not review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants. Effect: If the time and allocation efforts of employees working under federal grants were not reviewed and approved in compliance with Uniform Guidance, the Foundation would not identify the compensation allocation and billing to the federal grants for a reasonable amount. Questioned Costs: Unknown. Recommendation: We recommend that the Foundation review and approve the time and effort allocation of employees working under federal grants to ensure proper tracking and billing for compensation amount allowed per the federal award. Auditee Response and Corrective Action Plan: Refer to management’s corrective action plans. Auditor’s Conclusion: Finding remains as stated.