Non-Profit Organization Bylaws

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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:

• Regular Member

• Honorary Member

• 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
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.

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