Fraud: Illegal act of obtaining something of value through willful misrepresentation.

Waste: Inappropriate use of government funds usually as a result of mismanagement or inadequate oversight (not always an illegal behavior).

Abuse: Deficient or Improper behavior, or misuse of authority or position for personal financial interests or those of close family members or business associates (not always an illegal behavior).

Sheperdgroup23 Ministries Unlimited Inc strives to provide an organizational culture that encourages ethical conduct and a commitment to compliance with the law. We value high standards of care and practice and exercise due diligence to prevent and detect fraudulent and/or criminal conduct. Every Sheperdgroup23 Ministries Unlimited Inc employee, manager, executive, board member, volunteer, service recipient, subcontractor, vendor, and business associate have a duty to make a good faith report of any suspected fraud, waste, or abuse. Employees are protected by Sheperdgroup23 Ministries Unlimited Inc’s Whistleblower Protection Policy, and reports can be made anonymously through Lighthouse, a third party vendor.

If you see something that you believe may be unethical and/or may violate any policies, procedures, or laws, it is your responsibility to report it.  To make a report, contact our Compliance Officer or make an anonymous report through Lighthouse Hotline Services: