Charity Governing Document
Charity Governing Document
Articles of Incorporation
Article I: Name
The name of the organization is [Your Company Name].
Article II: Duration
The duration of this organization is perpetual.
Article III: Purpose
This organization is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Article IV: Nonprofit Status
This organization shall operate as a nonprofit corporation and shall not issue any capital stock. No part of the net earnings of the organization shall inure to the benefit of any private shareholder or individual.
Article V: Membership
The organization shall have no members.
Article VI: Board of Directors
The affairs of the organization shall be managed by a Board of Directors. The number of directors shall be a minimum of three (3) and shall not be less than the minimum required by law.
Article VII: Registered Office and Agent
The registered office of the organization is located at [Your Company Address], and the registered agent at this address is [Your Name].
Article VIII: Dissolution
In the event of the dissolution of the organization, the Board of Directors shall, after paying or making provision for the payment of all liabilities of the organization, distribute all assets of the organization exclusively for charitable purposes to organizations that qualify as exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Article IX: Amendment of Articles
These Articles may be amended in the manner prescribed by law.
Bylaws of [Your Charity Name]
Article I: Name and Purpose
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Name: The name of the organization shall be [Your Company Name].
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Purpose: The purpose of the organization is to provide relief and support to individuals and communities in need by offering food, education and healthcare, promoting public welfare, and advancing charitable, educational, and humanitarian causes for the benefit of society. The organization is committed to fostering equality, well-being, and empowerment for all, without discrimination.
Article II: Board of Directors
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Composition: The Board of Directors shall consist of a minimum of three (3) members.
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Term: Each director shall serve a term of [number of years] years and may be re-elected for consecutive terms.
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Powers: The Board of Directors shall have the power to manage the affairs of the organization, make policy decisions, and perform all acts necessary to carry out the purpose of the organization.
Article III: Meetings
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Regular Meetings: The Board shall meet at least [0] times a year.
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Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the Chairperson or by a majority of the Board of Directors.
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Quorum: A majority of the directors present at a meeting shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
Article IV: Officers
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Officers: The officers of the organization shall consist of a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer.
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Election: Officers shall be elected by the Board of Directors annually.
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Duties:
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Chairperson: Presides at meetings and oversees the organization's activities.
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Vice-Chairperson: Assists the Chairperson and assumes duties in their absence.
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Secretary: Keeps minutes of meetings and maintains official records.
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Treasurer: Manages the organization’s finances and prepares financial reports.
Article V: Committees
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Establishment: The Board of Directors may establish committees as needed.
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Committee Powers: Each committee shall have the power to act on behalf of the Board in its designated area of responsibility.
Article VI: Financial Management
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Fiscal Year: The fiscal year of the organization shall be from [Month Day, Year] to [Month Day, Year].
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Audit: An independent audit of the organization’s financial statements shall be conducted annually.
Article VII: Conflict of Interest
All directors, officers, and employees of the organization shall disclose any potential conflicts of interest and recuse themselves from any decision-making process related to that conflict.
Article VIII: Indemnification
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the organization shall indemnify any person who is or was a director, officer, employee, or agent of the organization against expenses, judgments, and settlements incurred in connection with the organization.
Article IX: Amendment of Bylaws
These Bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Board of Directors at any regular meeting, provided that notice of the proposed amendment has been given in advance.
Certification
I, [Your Name], the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws were adopted by the Board of Directors of [Your Company Name] on [Month Day, Year].
Signature:
[Your Name]
[Title]
[Month Day, Year]
