Recommendation: We recommend the Foundation strengthen its policies and procedures to ensure suspension and debarment is adequately documented for that goods and services purchased in accordance with Uniform Guidance and other federal guidelines. In addition, the Foundation should verify that all vendors under covered transactions are not listed on the excluded parties list system by performing a search on sam.gov and maintaining the results of such search in the vendor’s file. Grantee Response and Corrective Action Plan 2024-002: In response to the audit finding under 2 CFR part 180 regarding the necessity to verify suspension or debarment status in compliance with the excluded parties list system, it is acknowledged that while the Foundation did not previously have a formal policy specifically addressing suspension and debarment, our practices have nonetheless complied with the requirements. Recognizing the importance of formalizing these practices into policy, we are committed to developing and implementing a comprehensive policy that explicitly addresses these checks. In line with our recent enhancements in internal controls, including the engagement of aFinance Manager in 2024, this policy will reinforce our ongoing efforts to uphold the highest standards of compliance and accountability in all our operations. Responsible Parties: Allie Kelly, Executive Director Anticipated Correction Date: December 31, 2025