Form

990
dress

Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax

Under section 501 (c), 527, or 4947 ( a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung
benefit trust or private foundation ) ^ The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.

OMB No

1545-0047

2011
Open to Public Ins pection

Department of the Treasury Internal R evenue Service

A For the 2011 calendar year , or tax year beginning B check if

applicable

FEB

4 ,

2011

and ending

C Name of organization

DEC 31 2011 D Employer identification number

[ 1ange
E-Name return

EW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY

Doin g Business As Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address) P.O. BOX 15246
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4

45-0888727
Room/suite E Telephone number
G Gross receipts $

DT^'nAmended return

517-204-3415 1 , 318 ,

100

Oto^''c"
pending

LANSING

MI

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D.

H(a) Is this a group return

F Name and address of principal officer:RICHARD

DIBARTOLOMEO

for affiliates?

Yes LINo

P.O. BOX 15246 , LANSING

I Tax-exem pt status: = 501 ( c )( 3 ) 501 c 4

MI

48901-5246
I I Other

H(b) Are all affiliates included? =Yes =No

( insert no. ) = 4947(a )( 1 ) or 0 527

If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)

Trust I

I Association

Part I I Summary
1
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Briefly describe the organization's mission or most significant activities: SEE SCHEDULE 0
Check this box ^ 0 if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its n et assets. Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1 a) 3 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1 b) 4 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2011 (Part V, line 2a) .. 5 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) 6 Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 .... 7a Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 90-T line 34 - 7b

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2 3 4 5 6 7a b 8 9 10

3 3 0 4 0. 0. Current Year

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l a) Contributions and grants (Part VIII , line 1 h) Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3

Prior Year

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1 , 318 , 100.
a 0 . 0. 0 . 10 0 . 0. 0. 0.

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12 13 14 15 16a

Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, Sc, 9 I

10c and 11 e)

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1 318

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Total revenue add lines 8 throw h 11 (must a al Part Il Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A , i T Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5-10) Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11 e) ^ b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 53,858. Total expenses. Add lines 13-17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) Revenue less exp enses. Subtract line 18 from line 12 Be g innin g of Current Year

232 , 895.

LU

17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11 a-11 d,11 f-24e)
18 19

632 , 935. 865 , 830. 452 , 270.

End of Year

W M 20 Total assets (Part X, line 16) cu

21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26) 22 Net assets or fund b e. Subtract line from h 2 Hart n bignature I CK /IN /I / Under penalties of perjury, cl a that aye IN io hff n, i di
true, correct, and comple Sian eclara reparer of rt c is

458 , 654. 6 , 384. 4 52 2 7 0.

N
accoallvying schedu s and statements, and to the best of my k7edge and belief, it is ed fo anon of hich preparer has any knowledge.

Sign tore of officer 'X

Here

' RICHARD D. DIBARTOLOMEO Type or print name and title

Print/Type preparer's name Preparer's sigi PrepaY CPA H. MARY H. TI SCHLER Firm's name GODFREY HAMMEL , DANNEEL Firm's address o, 21420 GREATER MACK AVEN

Paid Preparer Use Only

ST. CLAIR SHORES , MI 48 May the IRS discuss this return with the oreDarer shown above? (see instr
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Form'990 2011 NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY Part III Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
I Check If Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part III Briefly describe the organization 's mission:

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SEE SCHEDULE 0

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Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? Yes No _ . _ ... If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule 0. Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? El Yes No If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule 0. Describe the organization's program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501 (c)(3) and 501 (c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported
(code ) (Expenses $ 130,638. including grants of $ 130,638. ) (Revenue $

4a

THE ORGANIZATION LESSENED THE FINANCIAL BURDENS OF GOVERNMENT IN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN BY PROVIDING A SECURITY SYSTEM AND FURNITURE FOR THE STATE OF MICHIGAN RESIDENCES USED BY THE GOVERNOR.

4b

(Code

) (Expenses $

562,866

including grants of $

4,500

) (Revenues

TO OPERATE EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PROMOTION OF CIVIC ACTION AND SOCIAL WELFARE BY PROMOTING THE COMMON GOOD AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF, AND VISITORS TO THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. TO SUPPORT PUBLIC POLICIES ON THE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LEVELS, THAT WILL BRING ABOUT CIVIC BETTERMENTS AND SOCIAL IMPROVEMENTS TO MICHIGAN RESIDENTS. TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS AIMED AT IMPROVING MICHIGAN'S BUSINESS CLIMATE AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. TO ENCOURAGE AND ADVOCATE CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN POLITICAL, CIVIC AND GOVERNMENTAL EVENTS AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES. TO SUPPORT ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF GOVERNMENT FOR THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. TO RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER FUNDS TO SPONSOR, CONDUCT RESEARCH, SECURE GOODS AND SERVICES, OR TO HOLD EVENTS IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PROMOTION
4c (Code ) (Expenses $ including grants of $ ) (Revenue $

4d
4e

Other program services (Describe in Schedule 0.)

(Expenses $ Total program service expenses ^ including grants of $ 693,504. ) (Revenue $

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I Part IV Checklist of Required Schedules

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8

Is the organization described in section 501 (c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes,' complete Schedule A.. ... .... . ... .... .... . . Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contnbutors? . Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If 'Yes,' complete Schedule C, Part Section 501(c)(3) organizations . Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes,' complete Schedule C, Part II -. Is the organization a section 501 (c)(4), 501 (c)(5), or 501 (c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If 'Yes,' complete Schedule C, Part Ill Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes,' complete Schedule D, Part 1 Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes, " complete Schedule D, Part II ...... . Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part III

9 10 11 a b c d e f 12a b 13 14a b

15 16 17 18 19

Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IV Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes,' complete Schedule D, Part V If the organization's answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable. Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10' If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VI Did the organization report an amount for investments - other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VII Did the organization report an amount for investments - program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If 'Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIII - Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IX Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part X Did the organization's separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes, " complete Schedule D, Part X Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI, Xll, and Xlll ...-.. .. Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts Xl, XII, and XIII is optional Is the organization a school described in section 1 70(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If 'Yes," complete Schedule E Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV .--. Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the United States? If "Yes,' complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV - -- Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the United States? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11 e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I .....-. Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1 c and 8a? If 'Yes, " complete Schedule G, Part II

9 10

X X

11a 11b 11c 11d

X X X X

13 14a

X X

lob 15 16 17

X X X X

Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a' If 'Yes,' complete Schedule G, Part Ill --20a Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H Form 990 (2011)

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Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to any government or organization in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If "Yes," complete Schedule I, Parts I and 11 Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If "Yes," complete Schedule 1, Parts I and Ill . . Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization's current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete

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X X

Schedule J 24a Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If "Yes, " answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If "No", go to line 25 ...... b Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception? c Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year to defease any tax-exempt bonds? d Did the organization act as an on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year? 25a Section 501(c )(3) and 501 (c)(4) organizations . Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I b Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization's prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I 26 Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization's tax year? If 'Yes," complete Schedule L, Part 11 an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial 27 Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If 'Yes," complete Schedule L, Part Ill organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV 28 Was the instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions): a A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If 'Yes,' complete Schedule L, Part IV b A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV c An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV ..... . .. 29 Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M 30 Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M -Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? 31 If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part I - 32 Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? if 'Yes,' complete Schedule N, Part II -33 Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations --. sections 301 7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If 'Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I -related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? 34 Was the organization If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Parts II, Ill, IV, and V, line 1 ... - --- - 35a Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? b Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 -- - --36 Section 501(c)(3) organizations . Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? 37 38 If 'Yes,' complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If 'Yes,' complete Schedule R, Part VI . .. . .. Did the organization complete Schedule 0 and provide explanations in Schedule 0 for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note . All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule 0

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24a 24b 24c 24d 25a

25b 26

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28a 28b 28c 29 30 31 32 33 34 35a 35b

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Form 990 2011 NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY Part V Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part V

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la la Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable .. in line 1a Enter -0- if not applicable ... ..... lb b Enter the number of Forms W-2G included Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming c (gambling) winnings to prize winners?

13 0

2a Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements, 2a 0 filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return . . ...... required federal employment tax returns? b If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all Note. If the sum of lines 1 a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to a-file (see instructions) - , 3a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year? explanation in Schedule 0 ... .. b If "Yes," has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If "No, " provide an 4a At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? . 1110b If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts. 5a Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction? b Did any taxable party c If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ...... ... . 6a Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible? -- -- -If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts b were not tax deductible? 7 a b c Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c). Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided" Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? 17d If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year -. Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?

2b 3a 3b X

4a

5a
5c

d e f Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? g If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? h If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C? 8 Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year" Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. a Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966? Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person? b 10 Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter a Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 b Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities 11 Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter: . . , .... - . a Gross income from members or shareholders Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against b amounts due or received from them.) 9

, 10a 10b 11a

11b Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041? 12a Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. 112b b If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year 13 Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers. a Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state? - Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O. b Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans - - -,13b 13c c Enter the amount of reserves on hand 14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? b If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No, " provide an explanation in Schedule 0

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Part-VI Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each 'Yes' response to lines 2 through 7b below, and fora 'No' response
to line 8a, 8b, or 1Ob below, descnbe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions. Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part VI Ell Yes la la Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year governing body, or if the governing If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule 0. lb b Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent family relationship or a business relationship with any other 2 Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a officer, director, trustee, or key employee? 3 Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors, or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? 4 Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? 5 Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization's assets? . . . . , ._ 6 Did the organization have members or stockholders? 7a Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ..... b Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? 8 Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following: _ a The governing body . .. ..... . . . . .. .. ...... Each committee with authonty to act on behalf of the governing body? b .... 9 Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the org anization's mailin g address? If 'Yes , ' rovide the names and addresses in Schedule 0 Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.) 10a b 1la b 12a b c 13 14 15 a b 16a b Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes? Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? Describe in Schedule 0 the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If 'No,' go to line 13 Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts2 Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If 'Yes,' describe .,_ in Schedule 0 how this was done whistleblower policy? Did the organization have a written Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision" The organization's CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ......... . ,... Other officers or key employees of the organization _ 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule 0 (see instructions). If "Yes" to line Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a ... ... , taxable entity dunng the year? policy or procedure requinng the organization to evaluate its participation If "Yes," did the organization follow a written in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization's exem pt status with res pect to such arrangements? 3 No

Section A. Governin g Body and Management

3 2 3 4 5 6 7a 7b 8a 8b 9 Yes 10a 10b I la 12a 12b 12c 13 14 X X X X X No X X X X X X X X

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Section C. Disclosure
17 18 NONE List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed ^ Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Forms 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (Section 501 (c)(3)s only) available for public inspection . Indicate how you made these available . Check all that apply. Upon request 0 Own website 0 Another' s website Descnbe in Schedule 0 whether (and if so, how), the organization made its govern ing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public dunng the tax year.

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State the name , physical address , and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: ^ WENDY WISNIEWSKI - 517-204-3415

P.O. BOX 15246 , LANSING , MI

013-23-12
12000

48901-5246
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Form 990 2011 45-0888727 NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY _P_a_rt_ VII Compensation of Officers, Directors , Trustees , Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part VII

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Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees , Key Employees , and Highest Compensated Employees la Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization's tax year. List all of the organization's current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid List all of the organization' s current key employees, if any See instructions for definition of "key employee." List the organization's five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee, or key employee) who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the organization and any related organizations. List all of the organization 's former officers, key employees, and highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations. List all of the organization' s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest compensated employees; and former such persons.
n Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer. director. or trustee.

(A) Name and Title

(B) Average hours per week

(C) Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a directorttrustee)

(descnbe hours for related Z organizations b in Schedule o 0) (1) CHARLIE SECCHIA CHAIRPERSON ( PRESIDENT ) (2) DAVID NICHOLSON VICE CHAIRPERSON ( VICE PRESIDENT ) (3) BRAD CANALE SECRETARY/TREASURER (4) RICK DIBARTOLOMEO ASSISTANT SECRETARY TREASURER (5) RENAE MOORE ASSISTANT SECRETARY/TREASURER 0.00 10.00 0.50 X 0.50 X 0.50 X

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(A) Name and title

(B) Average hours p er week

(C) Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a directorttrustee)

(describe hours for o related organizations in Schedule 0)

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(D) Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC)

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(F) Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations

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0. ^ 48 , 366. Sub -total 0 . 0 . Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A 0. Total add lines lb and 1c 48 , 366 . 1 Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable com pensation from the org anization 10,
Yes

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0 . 0. 0 No X X _ X

Did the organization list any former officer, director, or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1 a? If 'Yes,' complete Schedule J for such individual For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization 4 and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual -- -Did any person listed on line 1 a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services 5 rendered to the organization? If 'Yes, " complete Schedule J for such person Section B. Independent Contractors 3 1
thus nrnnnncfinn Rannrt rmmnaneafinn for thus rnlcnrinr vanr onrlinn with or within tha nrnani7ntinn's my voar

3 4 5

Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from (A) Name and business address (B) Description of services (C) Compensation

NONE

Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than 0 $100 , 000 of com pensation from the org anization 110. Form 990 (2011)

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(A) Total revenue (B) Related or exempt function revenue

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Revenue excluded from tax under sections 512, 513,or514

"' cc 0

to

1 a b c d

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e Government grants (contributions) f All other contributions , gifts, grants, and

Federated campaigns Membership dues Fundraising events Related organizations

la 1b 1c 1d le

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similar amounts not included above

Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f $

if

1318100.

h Total . Add lines 1 a-1f Business Code 2a b

1318100.

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0
a

e
f 3 4 5 6 a b c d 7 a b c d 8 a All other program service revenue Total . Add lines 2a-2f Investment income (including dividends , interest, and other similar amounts) . .... .... Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds Royalties .. .. . a Personal (1) Real Gross rents Less - rental expenses Rental income or (loss) Net rental income or (loss) Gross amount from sales of (i) Securities assets other than inventory Less : cost or other basis and sales expenses Gain or (loss) Net gain or (loss) Gross income from fundraising events (not
including $ of

a Other -

a,
C

contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 a b b Less direct expenses c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events 9 a Gross income from gaming activities See Part IV, line 19 a b Less . direct expenses b c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities 10 a Gross sales of inventory , less returns and allowances a

Iol.

b b Less : cost of goods sold c Net income or (loss) from sales of invento ry Business Code Miscellaneous Revenue 11 a b

c
d All other revenue ......... . e Total . Add lines 11a-11d

12
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Total revenue . See instructions .

00,

1318100. 1

0 .

0.

0.
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Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D).
Check If Schedule 0 contains a response to any auestlon in this Part IX

Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b, 7b, 8b, 9b, and lOb of Part Vlll. 1 2 3 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States. See Part IV, line 21 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 Benefits paid to or for members Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) Other salaries and wages
Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions)

A Total expenses

B Program service ex p enses

Management and

g eneral

ex p enses

D Fundraising ex p enses

232 , 895.

232 , 895.
= -

4 5 6

-' -- -- --

7
8

9 10 11

Other employee benefits Payroll taxes Fees for services (non-employees): a Management

b Legal

252 133.
3 , 575.

203 093.

49 , 040.
3 , 575.

-... ..... ... c Accounting d Lobbying ..... ........ .. .... . e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 f Investment management fees

g Other..
12

- -

275 683.
12 , 068.

227 347. 2 , 112.

24 , 168. 41 , 685.

24 , 168.
12 , 068.

Advertising and promotion

13
14 15 16 17 18

Office expenses
Information technology Royalties

43 , 797.

Occupancy Travel Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials

19
20 21 22 23 24

Conferences, conventions, and meetings

--

28 , 057.

28 , 057.

Interest Payments to affiliates - - Depreciation, depletion, and amortization Insurance Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule 0.)

"

a MISCELLANEOUS
b

17 , 622.

17 , 622.

c
d e All other expenses 25 Total functional e xp enses. Add lines 1 throu g h
26

24e

865 , 830.

693 , 504.

118 , 468.

53 , 858.

Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here a if followin g SOP 98-2 (ASC 058-720

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(A) Beginning of year

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(B) End of year

1
2
3 4 5

Cash - non-interest-bearing

... Savings and temporary cash investments

......
......

1
2 3 4

392 , 654.

Pledges and grants receivable, net Accounts receivable, net ..... Receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees Complete Part II of Schedule L Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(0(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501 (c)(9) voluntary ... employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions)

66 ,

000.

..

y Q

0 _ J

Notes and loans receivable, net Inventories for sale or use 8 .... ... Prepaid expenses and deferred charges 9 10a Land, buildings, and equipment- cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 10b b Less: accumulated depreciation Investments - publicly traded securities ... .. . 11 . -Investments - other securities. See Part IV, line 11 . . 12 .. ... program-related. See Part IV, line 11 Investments 13 Intangible assets 14 Other assets See Part IV, line 11 15 16 Total assets. Add lines 1 throu g h 15 (must eq ual line 34) .. 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses Grants payable 18 Deferred revenue 19 -... .. 20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities Escrow or custodial account liability Complete Part IV of Schedule D 21 Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, 22 highest compensated employees, and disqualified persons. Complete Part II 7 of Schedule L 23 24 25 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D 26 Total liabilities . Add lines 17 throu g h 25 Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here ^ lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.

6 7 8 9 " 10c 11 12 13 14 15

0.

16
17 18 19 20 21

458 , 654.

6 , 384.

22 23 24

0. and complete

25 26

, 384

27
Z o LL o y Q 28 29

Unrestricted net assets

Temporarily restricted net assets Permanently restricted net assets

...........

27
28 29

452 , 270.

30 31 32

and Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here 0, complete lines 30 through 34. Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds

_ _-_ _ 30 31 32

33
34

Total net assets or fund balances

Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances

. ----

..

0. 1 33 0. 1 34

452 , 270.

458 , 654.
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Forni 990 (2011 ) NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY Part XI Reconciliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part XI 1 2 3 4 5 6 Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . ... ... .. _ _ __ Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..... _ _ Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule 0) _ ....... Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 , 4, and 5 (must eq ual Part X, line 33 , column (B))

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Q

1 2 3 4 5 6

1 , 318 , 100. 865 , 830. 452 , 270.

0. 0.

452 , 270.
ITO No

Part XII Financial Statements and Reporting Check if Schedule 0 contains a response to any question in this Part XII
Yes 1 2a b c Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990 : Q Cash Accrual LI Other If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in Schedule O. Were the organization 's financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant ? Were the organization ' s financial statements audited by an independent accountant? If "Yes" to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review , or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant? _ If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O. If "Yes " to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis , or both: Separate basis 0 Consolidated basis 0 Both consolidated and separate basis As a result of a federal award , was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A- 133? If "Yes ," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits , explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits. ..

2a 2b 2c

X X X

3a b

3a

3b Form 990 (2011)

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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Financial Statements

^ Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990 ^ Attach to Form 990. ^ See separate instructions.

DIAS No 1545-0047

Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 , 1la, 11b , 11c, 11d , Ile, 11f, 12a, or 12b .

2011
- On to Public

Inspection Employer identification number

Name of the organization

Part I

45-0888727 NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the
organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6. (a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts

Total number at end of year Aggregate contributions to (during year) Aggregate grants from (during year) Aggregate value at end of year 5 Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? 6 Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only for chartable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring im permissible p rivate benefit? Part II Conservation Easements . Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7. 1 2 3 4

0 Yes

E:1 No

E] Yes

0 No

Purpose (s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply). Preservation of an historically important land area 0 Preservation of land for public use (e.g , recreation or education) Preservation of a cert ified historic structure Protection of natural habitat Q Preservation of open space Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year. a b c d Total number of conservation easements _ .. .. ... . Total acreage restricted by conservation easements Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06 , and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register Number of conservation easements modified , transferred, released , extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the tax year ^ Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located ^ Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring , inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year ^ Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring , inspecting , and enforcing conservation easements during the year ^ $ Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i)

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

0 Yes

0 No

0 Yes and section 170(h)(4)(B)(li)? 0 No In Part XIV, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and balance sheet, and include , if applicable , the text of the footnote to the organization ' s financial statements that describes the organization's accounting for conservation easements

Part III

Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures , or Other Similar Assets. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.

la If the organization elected , as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures , or other similar assets held for public exhibition , education , or research in furtherance of public service, provide , in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items. b If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures , or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education , or research in furtherance of public service , provide the following amounts ^ $ _ .... .... _ .. . ^ $ If the organization received or held works of art , historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items: a Revenues Included in Form 990, Part VIII , line 1 b Assets Included in Form 990 , Part X . _ _ .. . _.. ... ... _ ^ $ ^ $ Schedule D (Form 990) 2011 relating to these items(i) Revenues Included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 (ii) Assets Included in Form 990 , Part X

LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice , see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Using the organization 's acquisition , accession , and other records , check any of the following that are a sign ifi cant use of its collection items (check all that apply): Public exhibition a d 0 Loan or exchange programs Scholarly research b 0 Other e c = Preservation for future generations 4 Provide a description of the organization 's collections and explain how they further the organization 's exempt purpose in Part XIV. 5 During the year , did the organization solicit or receive donations of art , historical treasures , or other similar assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the org anization 's collection ? 0 Yes El No Part IV Escrow and Custodial Arrangements . Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990 , Part X , line 21 3 la Is the organization an agent , trustee , custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not included on Form 990 , Part X? b If "Yes ," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table: c Beginning balance .. d Additions during the year e Distributions during the year f Ending balance 2a Did the organization include an amount on Form 990 , Part X, line 21 " b If "Yes ex p lain the arran gement in Part XIV PartV Endowment Funds . Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10 la b c d e f g 2 a b c 3a 1c 1d le if Q Yes El No = Yes Amount 0 No

b 4

(a) Current year (b) Prior year c Two years back (d) Three years back Beginning of year balance Contnbutions Net investment earnings, gains, and losses Grants or scholarships Other expenditures for facilities and programs - -Administrative expenses ..... End of year balance Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as: Board designated or quasi-endowment ^ % Permanent endowment ^ % Temporarily restricted endowment ^ % The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%. Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the organization by: (i) unrelated organizations (ii) related organizations ...... If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the org anization's endowment funds.

(e) Four years back

Yes 3a i 3a ii 3b

No

Part VI

Land. Buildinas . and Eauioment. sPP Fore, APO- Part X Imp 10

Description of property (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b) Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value

-- Leasehold improvements ... . .... c d Equipment ...... e Other Total. Add lines 1 a throu g h 1 e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10 (d )

la Land b Buildings

0. Schedule D (Form 990) 2011

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(a) Description of security or category (including name of security) (1) Financial derivatives (2) Closely-held equity interests (3) Other (A) (B) (C) (D) (b) Book value

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(c) Method of valuation Cost or end-of-year market value

(G) (H) Total. ( Col ( b ) must e q ual Form 990 , Part X, col B line 12. )

Part VIII Investments - Pro g ram Related. See Form 990 , Part X line 13.
(a) Description of investment type (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation: Cost or end-of-year market value

Part IX I Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15

(a) Description (1 ) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (8) (9) ( 10) Total. (Column (b) Book value

must equal Form 990, Part X, col (B) line 15.) (a) Description of liability (b) Book value -

Part X
1. (1 ) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (8) (9) (10) (11 )

Other Liabilities . See Form 990, Part X, line 25.

Federal income taxes

Total . Column
2.

must e q ual Form 990 Part X col B line 25. 'if

prove e e e o e o0 o e o a organize ions inane s amens arepoR s e oroan u a ion s l iab i l ity for un certai n tax posi t ions un der

40 Footn o t e n FIN 48 (ASC 7401

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Schedule D (Form 992011 NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY 45-0888727 Part XI _ Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Audited Financial Statements
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 a b c d e 3 4 a b c 5 1 2 a b c Total revenue (Form 990, Part VIII, column (A), line 12) Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments Donated services and use of facilities Investment expenses _ . ..... . .. . Prior period adjustments . . ............... .. . Other (Describe in Part XIV.) . _ . Total adjustments (net). Add lines 4 through 8 Excess or (deficit) for the year per audited financial statements Combine lines 3 and 9 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12: Net unrealized gains on investments Donated services and use of facilities Recoveries of prior year grants Other (Describe in Part XIV.) . Add lines 2a through 2d Subtract line 2e from line 1 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1: Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b Other (Describe in Part XIV.) Add lines 4a and 4b Total revenue Add lines 3 and 4c. (Th is must equal Form 990, Part / line Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25 Donated services and use of facilities Prior year adjustments Other losses ... .... ...... .... . Other (Describe in Part XIV.) .. ...

Pa e4

1 2 1

865.830.

10 1

452 , 1 , 318 ,

270. 100.

Part XII

Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return

___ _ ..... _ ......

2a 2b 2c 2d ... . 2e 3 4a 4b c 5 . 0 .

1 , 318 , 100.

12 )

1 , 318 , 100.

Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return

865 ,
2a 2b 2c 2d 2e 3 4a 4b

830.

.. ..... d Add lines 2a through 2d e ,._ 3 Subtract line 2e from line 1 4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line t a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b b Other (Describe in Part XIV.) c Add lines 4a and 4b 5 Total ex penses Add lines 3 and 4c. i7h is must equal Form 990, Part I line 18.

865 ,

0. 830.

865 . 8 3 0 .

Part XlV Supplemental Information

Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1 a and 4; Part IV, lines 1 b and 2b, Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XIII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information. PART X, LINE 2: THE NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT & DIVERSIFY FUND HAS

RECEIVED NOTIFICATION THAT IT QUALIFIES AS A TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS UNDER SECTION 501(C)(4) ACCORDINGLY, OF THE U.S. INTERNAL REVENUE CODE AND,

NO PROVISIONS FOR INCOME TAXES HAVE BEEN RECORDED IN THE

ACCOMPANYING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD ASC TOPIC NO.

740,

INCOME TAXES,

PRESCRIBES THE MINIMUM RECOGNITION THRESHOLD AND MEASUREMENT ATTRIBUTES

Schedule D (Form 990) 2011
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FOR DISCLOSURE OF TAX POSITIONS PREVIOUSLY TAKEN OR EXPECTED TO BE TAKEN ON AN INCOME TAX RETURN, IN ORDER FOR THOSE TAX POSITIONS TO BE RECOGNIZED UNDER FASB ASC TOPIC NO. 740, THE CONTINUED IN THAT IN

IN THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.

STATUS AS AN EXEMPT ENTITY IS CONSIDERED TO BE A "TAX POSITION"

THE ENTITY MUST ADHERE TO VARIOUS REQUIREMENTS TO REMAIN TAX-EXEMPT. ADDITION, ANY ACTIVITIES THAT MAY SUBJECT THE ENTITIES TO "UNRELATED

BUSINESS TAXABLE INCOME" OR EXCISE TAXES ARE ALSO CONSIDERED TAX POSITIONS. MANAGEMENT HAS ANALYZED THE MATERIAL TAX POSITIONS OF THE NEW 2011, AND HAS

ENERGY TO REINVENT & DIVERSIFY FUND AT DECEMBER 31,

DETERMINED THAT NO MATERIAL UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS EXIST THAT REQUIRE RECOGNITION OR DISCLOSURE IN THE ACCOMPANYING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. ARE NO PRIOR OPEN TAX YEARS AT DECEMBER 31, 2011. THERE

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SCHEDULE I (Form 990)

OMB No 1545-0047 Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations, Governments , and Individuals in the United States 201 1 Open to Public Inspection' Employer identification number

Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Name of the organization

Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22 . ^ Attach to Form 990 .

Part I
1

NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY General Information on Grants and Assistance

45-0888727

Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection E:1 Yes No criteria used to award the grants or assistance? States 2 Describe in Part IV the org anization's p rocedures for monitorin g the use of g rant funds in the United Part II Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States . Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any ^ reci p ient that received more than $5 000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Part II can be du p licated if additional space is needed (f) Method 0 (h) Purpose of grant Amount of Amount of (g) Description of (d) (e) (c) IRC section 1 (a) Name and address of organization () (b) EIN valuation (book, or assistance non-cash assistance cash grant non-cash or government if applicable FMV, appraisal, assistance other)

0 LESSEN THE FINANCIAL B URDEN OF GOVERNMENT IN STATE OF MICHIGAN 0 228 . 395 , HE STATE OF MICHIGAN

2 Enter total number of section 501 (c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table 3 Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice , see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Schedule I Form 990 (2011 )

Part III

NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY

45-0888727

Pag e 2

Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States . Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22. Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed (a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Number of recipients (c) Amount of cash grant (d) Amount of noncash assistance (e) Method of valuation (book, FMV, appraisal, other) (f) Description of non-cash assistance

Part IV I Supplemental Information . Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information.

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SCHEDULE 0 (Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury

Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990- EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on Form 990 or 990-EZ or to provide any additional information . NO- Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.

UMtlNo 154,-0041
2011 Open to Public Inspection

Name of the organization

Employer identification number

FORM 990,

PART I,

LINE 1

THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PURPOSES SET FORTH IN SECTION 501(C)(4) SHALL INCLUDE: TO OPERATE EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PROMOTION OF CIVIC ACTION AND SOCIAL WELFARE BY PROMOTING THE COMMON GOOD AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF, AND VISITORS TO THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. POLICIES ON THE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LEVELS, TO SUPPORT PUBLIC OF THE IRC OF 1986. THE PURPOSES OF THE CORPORATION

THAT WILL BRING ABOUT TO

CIVIC BETTERMENTS AND SOCIAL IMPROVEMENTS TO MICHIGAN RESIDENTS. SUPPORT PROGRAMS AIMED AT IMPROVING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.

MICHIGAN'S BUSINESS CLIMATE AND

TO ENCOURAGE AND ADVOCATE CITIZEN CIVIC AND GOVERNMENTAL EVENTS AND

PARTICIPATION IN POLITICAL, ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES.

TO SUPPORT ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT IMPROVE

THE QUALITY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF GOVERNMENT FOR THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. TO PROMOTE CHARITABLE CAUSES, INCLUDING LESSENING THE BURDENS OF TO RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER FUNDS TO OR TO HOLD EVENTS

GOVERNMENT IN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. SPONSOR, CONDUCT RESEARCH,

SECURE GOODS AND SERVICES,

IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PROMOTION OF THESE PURPOSES.

FORM 990,

PART III,

LINE 1,

DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION MISSION:

THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PURPOSES SET FORTH IN SECTION 501(C)(4) SHALL INCLUDE: TO OPERATE EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PROMOTION OF CIVIC ACTION AND SOCIAL WELFARE BY PROMOTING THE COMMON GOOD AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE
LHA For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice , see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990- EZ. 132211
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OF THE IRC OF 1986.

THE PURPOSES OF THE CORPORATION

Schedule 0 (Form 990 or 990- EZ) (2011)

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Name of the organization

Employer identification number

RESIDENTS OF, AND VISITORS TO THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. POLICIES ON THE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LEVELS,

TO SUPPORT PUBLIC

THAT WILL BRING ABOUT TO

CIVIC BETTERMENTS AND SOCIAL IMPROVEMENTS TO MICHIGAN RESIDENTS. SUPPORT PROGRAMS AIMED AT IMPROVING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.

MICHIGAN'S BUSINESS CLIMATE AND

TO ENCOURAGE AND ADVOCATE CITIZEN CIVIC AND GOVERNMENTAL EVENTS AND

PARTICIPATION IN POLITICAL, ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES.

TO SUPPORT ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT IMPROVE

THE QUALITY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF GOVERNMENT FOR THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. TO PROMOTE CHARITABLE CAUSES, INCLUDING LESSENING THE BURDENS OF TO RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER FUNDS TO OR TO HOLD EVENTS

GOVERNMENT IN THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. SPONSOR, CONDUCT RESEARCH,

SECURE GOODS AND SERVICES,

IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PROMOTION OF THESE PURPOSES.

FORM 990,

PART III,

LINE 4B,

PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

OF THESE PURPOSES.

FORM 990,

PART VI,

SECTION B,

LINE 11: WE PROVIDE A FINAL COPY OF THE FORM

990 TO EACH BOARD MEMBER FOR REVIEW BEFORE WE FILE IT WITH THE IRS.

FORM 990,

PART VI,

SECTION C,

LINE 19:

THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS

GOVERNING DOCUMENTS AND FORM 990 AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST.

THIS IS THE ORGANIZATION'S

INITIAL YEAR.

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Form

8868

(Rev. January 2012) Depertrnent of the Treasury Internal Remus service

Application for Extension of Time To File an Exempt Organization Return

for each return.

OMB No . 1545.1709

If you are filing for an Automatic 3-Month Extension , complete only Part I and check this box ............. . ................................... ^ XD If you are filing for an Additional (Not Automatic) 3-Month Extension , complete only Part 11 (on page 2 of this form). Do not complete Part 11 unless you have already been granted an automatic 3-month extension on a previously filed Form 8868. Electronic filing (e-Tile) You can electronically file Form 8868 If you need a 3-month automatic extension of time to file (6 months for a corporation required to file Form 990-T), or an additional (not automatic) 3-month extension of time. You can electronically file Form 8868 to request an extension of time to file any of the forms listed In Part I or Part II with the exception of Form 8870, Information Return for Transfers Associated With Certain Personal Benefit Contracts, which must be sent to the IRS in paper format (see instructions). For more details on the electronic filing of this form, visit www.irs. ov/etile and click on e-f!e for Charities & Non profits.

" I < Automatic 3-Month Extension of Time. Only submit original (no copies needed). A corporation required to file Form 990-T and requesting an automatic 6-month extension check this box and complete
Part I only ... ..... ................................. . ............. .............................. .. ... ......... ^ 0 All other corporations (Including 1120-C filers), partnerships, REMICs, and trusts must use Form 7004 to request an extension of time to file Income tax returns. Type or print
File by the

Name of exempt organization or other flier , see Instructions .

Employer Identification number (EIN) or

NEW ENERGY TO REINVENT AND DIVERSIFY

due date for ^I'^9Yosr return. See InetNauona Number, street , and room or suite no . If a P.O. box, see Instructions. 215 SOUTH WASHINGTON SQUARE , NO. 200 City, town or post office, state, and ZIP code. For a foreign address , see Instructions. 48933 LANSING, MI

45-0888727

Social security number (SSN) 0

Enter the Return code for the return that this application is for (file a separate application for each return) Application Is For Form 990 Form 990-BL Return Code 01 02 Application Is For Form 990-T Form 1041-A

..............................................

FO 1-1 -TReturn Code 07 08

Ion

Form 990-EZ
Form 990-PF

01
04

Form 4720
Form 5227

09
10

Form 990-T (sec. 401 (a) or 408 (a) trust)

Form 990-T (trust other than abovel

05
06

Form 6069
Form 8670

11
12

RICK DIBARTOLOMEO care of ^ 215 SOUTH WASHINGTON SQUARE, NO. The books are In the 248-331-6098 FAX

200 - LANSING, MI 4 8 9 3 3

If the organization does not have an office or place of business In the United States, check this box ................................................... ^ El
. If this is for the whole group , check this If this Is for a Group Return , enter the organization 's four digit Group Exemption Number (GEN) box ^ If it Is for Part of the croua check this box ^ D and attach a list with the names and INs of all members the extension Is for. I I request an automatic 3-month (6 months for a corporation required to file Form 9904 ) extension of time until AUGUST 15, 2012 , to file the exempt organization return for the organization named above. The extension Is for the organization 's return for.

^ EJ calendar year

or

^ tax year beginning

2

FEB 4,

2011

, and ending DEC 31,

Initial return

2011
El Final return

If the tax year entered In fine 1 Is for less than 12 months , check reason: Change In accounting period

3a
b c

If this application Is for Form 990-BL, 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069 , enter the tentative tax, less any

0.
If this application is for Form 990-PF, 990-T, 4720, or 6069 , enter any refundable credits and

0.
Balance due. Subtract line 3b from line 3a. Include your payment with this form, if required,

0. 1 3c 1 $ by using EFTPS (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System). See Instructions. make an electronic fund withdrawal with this Form 8868, see Form 8453-EO and Form 8879-EO for payment Instructions. Caution. If you are going to Form 8868 (Rev. 1-2012) LMA For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see Instructions.
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