Commitment to Accountability

Our Commitment to Accountability

Trust is not given — it is earned. And at Forgotten Daughters, Inc., we take that seriously every single day.

As a newly formed nonprofit, we are committed to full transparency, sound governance, and responsible growth. We recognize the profound trust placed in us by the women we serve, our donors, our partners, and our community — and we honor that trust through every decision we make, every dollar we steward, and every policy we uphold.

We will never forget who we are or where we came from. Our foundation is built on lived experience, humility, and a deep, unwavering respect for the women and communities that shaped this mission. As we grow, that foundation does not shift. Our growth will never come at the expense of our authenticity, our compassion, or our connection to the people we exist to serve.

What accountability looks like at Forgotten Daughters:

✦ Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency — We have earned the highest level of nonprofit transparency through Candid/GuideStar, reflecting our commitment to open, honest reporting on our finances, programs, and leadership.

✦ Sound Financial Practices — We maintain strong internal financial controls, including dual authorization requirements, transparent budgeting, and annual reporting in compliance with IRS requirements.

✦ Governance with Integrity — Our Board of Directors provides independent oversight of organizational decisions, finances, and strategy — ensuring that Forgotten Daughters is governed with care, accountability, and mission alignment.

✦ Community-Centered Decision Making — Our programs, policies, and priorities are shaped by the voices of the women and girls we serve through our Community Committees and advisory structure — not assumptions made from the outside.

✦ Ethical Stewardship — Every resource entrusted to us — whether a donation, a grant, a partnership, or an in-kind contribution — is managed with the highest standards of care and directed toward its intended purpose.

✦ Commitment to Growth Without Compromise — We are intentional about growing at a pace that allows us to remain grounded, effective, and true to our values. We will not sacrifice quality, connection, or integrity for the sake of scale.

We are accountable to the women who trust us with their stories. We are accountable to the donors who trust us with their resources. We are accountable to the community that trusted us enough to need us in the first place.

That accountability is not a policy. It is a promise. 💜