Can't Buy Me Love

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Hauschka looks like a nonprofit but isn't one. It makes money, and it pays taxes. It is governed by a four-member board that includes the Kurzes and two WALA representatives. Their charge is to see that the company complies with Hauschka's long-standing mission "to heal." The articles of incorporation prohibit board members from receiving any financial gain for their role, in salary or dividends. They also prohibit the sale of Hauschka's distribution rights. Without owners to collect dividends, all net profits are reinvested in operations, sustaining development.

Theoretically, someone could come along and unravel this protective web. But Susan points out the difficulty in such a deal: "Who would get the money?" Blame it on love.