TN nonprofit officials accused of using credit cards for ‘questionable' expenses
An investigation into officials at the Davis House Child Advocacy Center, which serves children and families in crisis across Middle Tennessee, reportedly revealed that the nonprofit operated at a financial deficit, maintained high credit card balances and incurred late fees between 2020 and 2024.
Former La Vergne PTO president indicted for stealing organization money
According to the report, investigators found that officials failed to maintain documentation for more than $250,000 in charges that were made on two credit cards. The charges included purchases made at upscale restaurants, retail stores, entertainment venues, alcohol for events, training, and other expenses for the center.
'It is essential that nonprofit organizations with public funding operate transparently and within clearly defined financial policies,' said Comptroller Mumpower. 'Proper oversight by the Board of Directors and documentation help prevent wasteful spending, protect the organization's mission, and promote public trust.'
In addition, investigators said they also found that the former executive director for the center used one of the credit cards for at least $345.55 in personal purchases, including charges made during a Florida conference held at Walt Disney World resort.
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However, he later sent a check to 'repay his portion of his personal credit card charges,' according to the report.
The results of the investigation have reportedly been sent to the Offices of the District Attorneys General of the 21st and 32nd Judicial Districts.
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