Non Profit Organization Bylaws
Non-Profit Organization Bylaws
Article I: Name and Purpose
Section 1. Name: The name of the organization shall be [YOUR COMPANY NAME].
Section 2. Purpose: The purpose of the organization shall be to [MISSION AND VISION].
Article II: Membership
Section 1. Eligibility: Membership is open to individuals who support the purpose of the organization and comply with its bylaws.
Section 2. Classes of Membership: There shall be the following classes of membership:
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Regular Member
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Honorary Member
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Lifetime Member
Section 3. Rights and Responsibilities: Members shall have the right to attend meetings, vote, and serve on committees. They shall also be responsible for upholding the mission and values of the organization.
Article III: Board of Directors
Section 1. General Powers: The Board of Directors shall manage the business and affairs of the organization.
Section 2. Number, Tenure, and Qualifications:
|
Position |
Number |
Term |
Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
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President |
1 |
2 years |
Member in good standing for 1 year |
|
Vice President |
1 |
2 years |
Member in good standing for 1 year |
|
Secretary |
1 |
2 years |
Member in good standing for 1 year |
|
Treasurer |
1 |
2 years |
Member in good standing for 1 year |
Section 3. Election and Removal: Directors shall be elected by a majority vote of the members. Directors can be removed by a two-thirds vote of the members.
Article IV: Meetings
Section 1. Annual Meetings: The Annual Meeting shall be held in [MONTH] of each year for the purpose of electing directors and transacting other business.
Section 2. Regular Meetings: Regular meetings of the Board of Directors shall be held at least [FREQUENCY] at a time and place designated by the Board.
Section 3. Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the President or by a majority of the Board of Directors.
Section 4. Quorum: A majority of the Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
Article V: Committees
Section 1. Establishment: The Board of Directors may establish committees as needed to conduct the work of the organization.
Section 2. Membership: Committee members shall be appointed by the Board of Directors and serve at the pleasure of the Board.
Section 3. Responsibilities: Each committee shall have the duties and responsibilities assigned to it by the Board of Directors.
Article VI: Finances
Section 1. Fiscal Year: The fiscal year of the organization shall begin on [START DATE] and end on [END DATE].
Section 2. Budget: The Board of Directors shall adopt an annual budget.
Section 3. Financial Review: The financial records shall be reviewed annually by a qualified outside party.
Article VII: Amendments
Section 1. Amendments: These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the members present at any meeting, provided that notice of the proposed amendment has been given at least [NUMBER] days in advance.
Article VIII: Dissolution
Section 1. Dissolution: Upon dissolution, the assets of the organization shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
