Governance & Transparency
Circle of Change, Inc. is a 100% volunteer-led organization dedicated to saving lives through canine mentorship. We maintain radical transparency to ensure that every resource effectively supports our mission in Northern Illinois. Below are the foundational documents that guide our stewardship and accountability.
Professional Accountability
Circle of Change, Inc. is a member-insured of the Nonprofits Insurance Alliance (NIA), a 501(c)(3) cooperative that provides specialized coverage exclusively for nonprofit organizations. To ensure the safety of our heroes, youth, and volunteers, we maintain a comprehensive liability portfolio tailored to the unique requirements of canine-assisted mentorship and peer support programming.
Key Governance Documents
Operational guidelines and legal status documentation for public review.
Our Ethics & Accountability
At Circle of Change, Inc., we operate with transparency to honor the trust of our supporters. As a volunteer-powered organization, we maintain rigorous governance practices to ensure that every resource directly advances our mission, following clear ethical guidelines that prioritize stewardship and integrity above all else.
Financial Transparency
Board of Directors
Our volunteer board provides strategic leadership and professional oversight, ensuring Circle of Change maintains the highest standards of transparency and clinical excellence in our canine-assisted mentorship programs.
Nichole Dyreson
President
Jenny Jorgenson
Secretary
Ryan Stoll
Treasurer
Hayley Westart
Director
Paul Bengoa
Director