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Clan MacCord Society Inc.
"BYLAWS"

 

Approved: June 18 2003 in the State of California USA
as a nonprofit corporation per 501(c) 3 Tax Exempt Code.
CORP. NO: 2540286

EIN NO. 94-3232385
IRS Approval of Tax Exempt Organization Status under 501( c ) (3) of the
Internal Revenue Code,
BY
Name and address of the Board of Directors

President & Clan Chief
Games Convener South East
Ronald John McCord
1805 Mews Dr.
Wilmington, NC, 28405
rjmccord@ec.rr.com

Secretary/Treasurer
Convener
Howard Emmett McCord Jr KTJ, FSA-Scot
16035 Placer Hills Road
Meadow Vista California 95722

ARTICLE I
PURPOSE AND OR OBJECTIVES


The Purposes and/or Objectives of the “ Clan MacCord Society” consist of the following:

We the initial Board of Directors of the Clan MacCord Society having on the above date do formally declare and establish this society and will maintain our own identity as the Clan MacCord Society, AKA Clan MacCord and this society shall be ran separately from any other MacCord Association. The purposes of this society shall be to establish a Clan MacCord presence at any and all Scottish and/or Irish Clan Gatherings and Highland games of our choosing and where kindred Clans are welcome to participate

We are dedicated to becoming exclusively a charitable and educational organization under section 501 c 3 of the IRS code, founded as a worldwide, international organization. We are dedicated for the purpose of cultivating a spirit of kinship among gentlemen and gentlewomen who are descendants of MacCord forbearers, and/or those who are interested in the history, social customs, and cultural heritage of Scotland and Ireland, as well as to serve as the agency, through which MacCord descendants maintain contact with their Clan.

The Society is also dedicated to preserving the heritage and promoting the interests of Clan MacCord. National and International branches may be established, as needed with the approval of the Chief/President of Clan MacCord and/or his/her legal representative. Each branch would be self supporting in finances and organization; and to be administered by a National or State Commissioner/Convener as officer. The Chief/President of the Clan and/or his/her legal representative would be a Patron of all branches; and he/she would maintain contact with the branches through the Clan Commissioners/Conveners and/or Clan Council who are appointed by him/her, approved by the Board, Council and/or Membership.

ARTICLE II
MEMBERSHIP

Types of memberships: Annual, Life, Friend of the Clan, "MacCord by Annual and/or Regular, Affection" and Honorary.

Annual: Initial dues will be set by the Board and approved by the Council.

1. 1. Dues and/or Fee’s will be levied for either single or family membership, They have been initially set at the rates noted below, and were approved by a Majority Vote of the Board and Council, but may be subject to change.

a. Dues and/or fees are initially set at $25.00 annually for members, and $15.00 annually for renewal.

b. Family membership will consist of husband and/or wife, all minor children, and/or children, parents and grandparents being cared for. Dues and/or fees initially are the same as 1a above.

2. Your(Regular/Annual and Life) membership will entitle you to:

a. Membership letter

b. Membership Certificate

c. Membership Card

d. MacCord Clan Society, Clan Badge or Broach

e. Right to vote and hold office in the Clan

f. Access to the Clan Database

g. Periodic Newsletter; MacCord Compass Life: Dues have been initially set at a one time payment of $150.00 and were approved by a Majority Vote of the Board and Council. Includes benefits same as Regular/Annual Membership.

Friend of the Clan: Friend of the clan membership annual dues will be initially set at $15.00 and were approved by the Board and Council, Includes same benefits as the Annual and life members with the exception that he/she shall not be able to vote or hold office.

"MacCord by Affection”: A Member of the clan through affiliation: In the old days anyone could become a member of any clan if they wished and were most often granted clan affiliation by the Chief and clansman for acts or deeds done for the clan, possibly for what they could bring to the clan and/or for no other reason than Affection. In effect this also would be a related category of membership not unlike Friend of the Clan. Includes same as the Annual and life members with the exception that he/she shall not be able to vote or hold office.

Honorary: Honorary members will be selected by the Board and/or Council and approved by the same. Honorary members will not be expected to pay dues. Includes the same benefits, as the Annual and life members with the exception that he/she shall not be able to vote or hold office.

Termination of Membership:

1.Annual Membership dues not paid by March 2 each year will automatically result in the membership being past due. At the end of the second calendar quarter of the financial year, any member who has not paid his dues for that year shall automatically be dismissed from membership. A dismissed member may rejoin by paying delinquent dues before the end of that calendar year. Subsequently, any dismissed member who wishes to rejoin will be considered as a new membership to include the payment of the registration fee. Advanced membership is 2 years for $35.00. 3 Years-$45.00 and each additional year, add $10.00

2. [Just cause removal] Membership may be revoked for just cause, infraction of clan rules, morals or sensibilities after a hearing of the Council and majority (2/3rds) vote by the Council. In the event of revocation, dues will be refunded on a pro rata basis considering the number of months of the calendar year during which the affected party has been a member of the Corporation.

To Our Overseas Members
Funds for dues and Clan Items

The MacCord Clan Society will use the services of the “Bank of America” in order to make it easier for our overseas members to remit their annual dues to the society and to facilitate their purchases from our clan shop in their own currency.

The Bank of America will accept payment by our overseas members by:

1. International bank drafts, checks, or money orders in US dollars drawn from any US affiliated bank.

ARTICLE III

REGULAR MEETINGS OF MEMBERS

1. Annual Meeting: An annual meeting shall be held and beginning with the year 2004, held wherever the current President resides or any other place as announced for the purpose of electing officers if needed, for the transaction of such other business as may come before the meeting, and for otherwise pursuing the objectives of the Corporation. Annual meetings may in most cases be held by Email and or post through proxy/absentee voting.

2. Scheduled Meetings: There shall be at least three scheduled meetings each year of the Board in addition to the annual meeting. These meetings shall be scheduled to be held in the second, third, and fourth quarters, respectively, of the calendar year for the purposes of pursuing the objectives of the Corporation and conducting such business as may come before each meeting and will in part generate a Newsletter to all members and/or News Update, on any matter deemed newsworthy and/or informative for the Council and/or membership, to include when needed information on upcoming votes by the Council and/or general membership.

3. Social Meetings: Additional meetings may be held during those months in which there is neither an annual nor a scheduled meeting. These meetings shall be called social meetings and shall be held for the purpose of pursuing the objectives of the Corporation. Other than presenting for approval such expenses as are related to the operation of the Corporation, no business shall be conducted during these meetings unless it is specifically announced pursuant to the provisions of Article IV.

4. Time and Place of Meetings:

a. All regular meetings of members shall be held at such time and authorized place as, from time to time, shall be set by the Chief/President, Board and Council, provided that no more than one regular meeting of members shall be held during any one calendar month, may in most cases be
held by Email and or post through proxy/absentee voting.

b. The annual and scheduled meetings may be held wherever the current President resides and may in most cases be held by Email and or post through proxy/absentee voting. Social meetings may be held at any place selected by the Council or by the members.

c. An announcement of the time and place of each regular meeting shall be Emailed and/or mailed to each member no later than 15 days prior to the meeting and no earlier than 30 days prior to the meeting. The announcement shall also include an agenda and any additional information required by these bylaws to be conveyed to members prior to the meeting or which is otherwise necessary to the purpose of the meeting. The announcement may be combined with any newsletter or similar document issued by the Corporation to the members.

5. Voting:

a. Each paid up (i.e. Member in good standing) [annual/regular ]and/or life Member shall be entitled to one vote on any item of business brought up before a duly constituted meeting of the members at which he or she is present and/or submits his or her proxy to the Council via the
Secretary.

b. Each paid up Regular Member and/or Life member shall be entitled to one vote in the election of each officer specified to be elected under the terms of these bylaws.

c. Postal mail Proxies, and Email Proxies shall be accepted provided they have been approved by the Council and proper notice was given.

d. Election of officers will be by written ballot unless there is only one nomination for each office, in which case a voice vote, or show of hands may be used. If the slate, as presented, is affirmed, the Scribe may be instructed to enter a single vote for the slate, which will then be duly elected. On all other matters voting may be by written ballot, Email, voice vote, or show of hands, as appropriate to the situation. In any voting situation, if any member objects to any procedure other than a written ballot, a written ballot shall be used and may in most cases be held by Email and or post through proxy/absentee voting.

6. Order of Business: At meetings of the Corporation, the following order of business shall be observed so far as is consistent with the purpose of the meeting:

Reading of Minutes
Report of the Keeper of the Sporran(Treasurer)
Reports of Officers
Report of the Council [For our purpose the initial Board of directors and the Council/ Council of Elders are all part of the board now. In the beginning when first submitted to the state there were only three members and they were the initial board of directors. The order of business is not set in stone but may follow ROBERTS RULES OF ORDER if one wishes or change it when the Federal approval and or changes and Amendments completed]
Other Reports
Election (if Needed)
Unfinished Business
New Business
Procedures of all meetings may be in accordance with Robert's Rules of Order except where special rules have been adopted by the members.

7. Annual Periods: All annual reports of the Society/Corporation shall be prepared on a Financial calendar year basis and presented at the annual meeting without regard to the term of office of any individual, and may in most cases be sent by Email and or post.

8. Quorum: At all meetings of the Society the total number of the Council and/or members, present and/or registered at the meeting, shall constitute a Quorum. Votes may include written proxies by email and or post presented at the time of the vote. All actions and votes shall be by
majority of those voting who are members in good standing of the Society and all votes must be recorded in the official minutes of the meeting of the Society.

ARTICLE IV
SPECIAL MEETING OF MEMBERS

1. Calling of Special Meeting: Special meetings of the members of the Corporation may be called by the Chief/President or any two members of the Council for the purpose of conducting business of the Corporation at any time and place deemed suitable. A special meeting should not be called if it is practical and timely to have the business involved duly announced to be conducted at the next annual, regular, or social meeting and may in most cases be held by Email and or post through proxy/absentee voting.

2. Announcement: Announcement of a special meeting will be sent to all Regular Members, in writing, at least 3 days prior to the date of the meeting. The announcement will include the time and place of the meeting, a description of the business to be conducted, and a statement of the
authority under which the meeting is called and may in most cases be by Email and or post.

3. Business Conducted at Special Meeting:

1. Only the business specifically described in the announcement of a special meeting mailed to members under the provisions of Section 2 of this Article will be conducted at the meeting and may in most cases be held by Email and or post through proxy/absentee voting.

2. If and when a special Meeting is conducted or held by Email and/or post, the announcement will be clearly noted as such in the heading or subject line.

ARTICLE V
OFFICERS AND/OR STAFF DUTIES

1. Chief and/or Commander (Ceann Cath) Elect/Acclaimed: The Chief Elect may or may not be the President of the Society but shall be executive officer of the MacCord Clan Society and shall be the executive officer of the board of directors of the MacCord Clan Society, by heredity and/or acclaimed Chief Elect by majority Vote of the Council. He presides at all meetings of the Corporation and represents the Corporation at Society and public functions. He signs and executes in the name of the Corporation legal instruments and other papers. The Chief Elect shall in the interim be representer of the MacCord Clan Society until such time as he or she is replaced by a more qualified Heraldic individual approved by Lord Lyon or by a majority vote of the Council.

a. The MacCord Clan has to date no “Heraldic Chief, Represented of the name” recognized by Lord Lyon king of Arms. In the interim of an ongoing research to find and have recognized a Clan Chief and Represented of the name, a Chief Elect was acclaimed by a majority vote of the Council For our purpose the Chief Elect will act as Commander and Chief until such time that he or she is replaced by the Council by a more qualified individual. Any and all references to Chief in the absence of a heraldic Chief recognized by Lord Lyon denotes either ‘Chief-elect’ or ‘Chief- acclaimed’ but in now way denotes a recognized status by Lord Lyon King of Arms.

2. Vice Chief: The Vice Chief is the deputy to the executive officer, also known as Vice President, and may be appointed by the Chief and approved by the Council. In the absence of the Chief, he carries out the duties of that office. He assists the Chief; generally, and assumes such
other duties as may, from time to time, be assigned to him by the Chief.

3. Council: Shall serve as Council to the Chief and Board. In the absence or incapacity of the Chief and Chieftain, a Council member may be initially appointed by the Chief in order to carry out the duties of that office. He/she assists the Chief; generally, and assumes such other duties
as may, from time to time, be assigned to him by the Chief or board membership.

4. Board of Directors: The initial Board of Directors which consists of the three initial incorporators of the MacCord Clan Society and carry out the administrative requirements with the State and Federal government agency’s in the management of the societies administrative requirements and are subject to the limitations imposed by the approved initial Articles of Incorporation and these Bylaws of the State of California. All corporate powers and responsibilities shall be exercised by or under the authority, control and/or direction of the Board of Directors and the Council. Initially the Board of Directors may or may not also hold other offices in the society. The Chief and/or Commander (Ceann Cath) Elect/Acclaimed may or may not be the President of the society but shall be the executive officer of the board of directors of the MacCord Clan Society, by heredity and/or acclaimed Chief Elect by majority Vote of the Council. He presides at all meetings of the Corporation and represents the Corporation at Society and public functions. He signs and executes in the name of the Corporation legal instruments and other papers proper or necessary for the transaction of the Corporation's affairs.

5. Secretary/Scribe (STAFF): Appointed by the Chief. The Scribe shall keep, in a proper book, fair and correct minutes of the proceedings of the Corporation and the Council. The Scribe shall keep such other records and have such other duties as may be directed by the Chief and the
Council.

6. Bard/Genealogist (STAFF): Appointed by the Chief. The Bard shall keep the Clan History and all genealogical data submitted by the Clan Members and have such other duties as may be directed by the Council.

7. Keeper of the Sporran/Treasurer (STAFF): Appointed by the Chief. The Keeper of the Sporran shall have custody of the money of the Corporation and shall deposit it in one or more insured banks. All payments of money shall be made to the Keeper of the Sporran and all checks must be signed by the Keeper of the Sporran or if in his/her absence by the Chief. The Keeper of the Sporran shall keep books of account and shall keep a roster of all members and their standing. The Keeper of the Sporran shall be prepared to submit a report of the current balances and expenditures at each annual or scheduled meeting of the Corporation. The Keeper of the Sporran shall, at such time as directed to do so by the Council, produce bankbooks, papers, statements, and other pertinent documents to the Council for examination. He/she shall deliver all Corporation property in his/her possession to a succeeding Keeper of the Sporran upon notice of the due election and qualification of such successor.

8. Use of Alternate Title: In those transactions of the Corporation where the esoteric nature of titles of the offices listed in Sections 1 through 4 may be misunderstood, confusing, or otherwise inappropriate, the incumbents of the officers are permitted to refer to their respective offices as
President, Vice President, Council, National, State and deputy Commissioners, Secretary, Genealogist and Treasurer.

9. Nomination: The Chief shall appoint a Nominating Committee no later than October 1 every Four years to prepare a slate of nominations for each of the elective offices which may need to be filled. A list of nominees will be mailed/emailed to each Paid Regular Member no later than November 30 of that year. The Committee shall consist of no less than one and no more than five
Regular Members.

10. Election: The Election will be held at the annual meeting each year under the procedures set forth in Article III, Section 5, at which time nominations may be made from the floor. A simple majority of the members present and/or by proxy voting is required for election.

11. Term of Office: The term of office for each appointed and or elected officer shall initially be set at 5 years, thereafter shall be every 3 years or as set by a vote of the Council and/or members. If an interim appointment has been made, it terminates with the installation of the new officer/officers elected by the Council and/or members.

12. Filling of Unimpaired Terms: Unless overruled by a vote of two-thirds of the paid Regular Members present and voting at a regular or special meeting, the Clan Council will appoint persons to fill any offices that have been vacated prior to the completion of the normal term; The only exception will be that, in the event the office of Chief becomes vacant, the Chieftain will succeed to that office; in which case the Council will name a new Chieftain.

ARTICLE VI
CLAN COUNCIL

1. Function: The affairs of the Corporation shall be managed by a board of directors and the Council, having neither fewer than 3 nor no more than 13 members. Between meetings of the memberships, they shall have and may exercise all the powers of the membership; including the power to elect/acclaim officers. Any action of the Council shall be effective until the next succeeding regular meeting, at which time such action shall be reported to the membership who shall then and there ratify or annul such action. Any council action not properly ratified at the next regular membership meeting shall be automatically annulled.

2. Council Membership/Master-at-Arms: The membership of the Council shall consist of the appointed and/or elected officers of the clan and shall have the responsibilities and duties inherent in and with the Board of directors. [ an extension of the board, is intended ]

3. Meetings of the Board and/or Clan Council: shall be called, from time to time, by the Chief, or by any two members of the Council, to conduct affairs of the Chief and/or Corporation, and may be conducted by Email and/or postal proxy. Notification of such meetings shall be made in sufficient time to assure that the members, if at their respective places of residence, receive notice at least 24 hours to the meeting, except as otherwise provided in Section 5. Notification may in most cases be held by Email and or post through proxy/absentee voting. All Emails will be confirmed and upon confirmation shall constitute a written and signed document.

4. Emergency Meetings: In the event of an emergency, the Council shall be empowered to take action upon a polling of the members or their representatives by the most expeditious means available.

5. Voting: At all meetings of the Society the total number of members, present and/or registered at the meeting in person shall constitute a Quorum. Votes may include Email and/or written proxies present at the time of the vote. All actions and votes shall be by majority of those voting who are members in good standing of the Society and all votes must be recorded in the official minutes of the meeting of the Society

ARTICLE VII
APPOINTIVE OFFICES

1. General: The Chief and/or President is empowered, at his discretion and subject to approval by a simple majority of the Council voting at a duly constituted meeting, to appoint individuals to appointive offices of the Corporation/Society/Clan. The Chief is not required but may make such appointments, including Clan Piper, Keeper of the database, Computer tech., Historian, Heraldry Consultant, etc. The term of office for any person appointed to an appointive office shall exist for the duration of time of office of the Chief and/or President or to the next successive annual meeting unless otherwise terminated earlier.

2. Mareschal: The Mareschal/Master-at-Arms if needed shall be appointed by the Chief and shall maintain order at all meetings and shall have such other duties as are assigned to him/her by the Chief.

3. Dominie/Chaplain: The Dominie if appointed by the Chief shall officiate at all religious functions and activities of the Corporation and shall bring to the membership such religious thought as, from time to time, he/she shall deem necessary or desirable.

ARTICLE VIII
STANDING COMMITTEES

1. General: Each standing committee shall consist of a Chairman and at least one other member, appointed by the Chief, and approved by a majority vote of the members present and voting at a regular meeting. Membership in the committee will extend to the next succeeding annual meeting or until such time as an individual’s participation in the committee is otherwise
terminated. Nothing in this Article shall prohibit the Chief from appointing ad hoc committees as appropriate from time to time.

2. Membership Committee: It shall be the function of the Membership Committee to assume the initiative in establishing programs and ways & means to attract new members, to contact prospective members, to evaluate their qualifications, and advise the membership concerning their eligibility.

3. Program Committee: It shall be the function of the Program Committee to arrange for the program that is conducted pursuant to the objectives of the Corporation during the non-business portion of all regular meetings if there is an opportunity to conduct such a program; the exception to this would be if the Refreshment Committee provides for such a program.

4. Refreshment Committee: It shall be the function of the Refreshment Committee to determine the need for refreshments to be served at any regular meeting and to provide for the serving of refreshments when appropriate.

5. Scholarship Committee: It shall be the function of the Scholarship Committee to manage the Scholarship program pursuant to the objectives of the Corporation. The Clan MacCord Society Scholarship Program is designed to help sponsor and assist persons pursuing education, training, and the interests in Scottish Arts, History, and or Culture

a. Scholarship Defined:

The MacCord Arts and Culture Scholarship,
“The MacCord Scholarship”

The Clan McCord Society Scholarship Program is designed to help sponsor and assist persons pursuing education, training, and interests in Scottish and Scot-Irish arts, history, and/or culture.

The program provides financial assistance to students to help offset the cost of education or training. Examples of eligible educational/training courses include instruction in Highland dancing, piping, drumming, fiddling, and Gaelic language. The program does not provide grants for non-educational, non-training activities, such as travel to and attendance at public events or performances.

Amounts: Scholarships may be awarded in varying amounts up to $500 per award, per year. Scholarship numbers and amounts will be based on availability of funds collected through donations, gifts and raffles. All funds collected for this use will be held in the Societies Savings Account until approval of award is given.

Eligibility: The Scholarship shall be open to all applicants whose age shall be between 12 and 21 at time of application. There shall be no restrictions in regard to Class, Race, Religion or employment; anyone shall be eligible. Any applicant who meets our stated eligibility requirements shall be considered.

Applicants to the MacCord Arts And Culture Scholarship program must meet the following criteria: He/ She shall have demonstrated through past participation in Scottish-oriented activities a genuine interest in fostering and promoting Scottish culture. However, past participation in
Scottish-oriented activities need not be in the field for which the scholarship is being requested. For example, an applicant need not have previously had instruction in piping to apply for a piping scholarship. Members of the Council and/or Board or Chairpersons must remove themselves
and/or will be excluded from voting on any immediate family members who have submitted an application for the Scholarship.

Application: Applicants must submit the following in letter form: · Name, full mailing address, telephone number, and date of birth · Amount of desired scholarship · Description of the course or program in which the applicant intends to enroll or follow. Description would include:

1. Name and description of course or program
2. Name, address and telephone number of school or instructor
3. Dates of planned enrollment in course or program
4. Course or program costs (instructional fees, materials, etc.)
5. Description of applicant's past participation in Scottish-orientedactivities and/or training
6. Two written and signed reference letters from non-family members supporting the applicant's serious interest in and suitability for the contemplated course or program. The reference letters must include a phone number at which he/she can be reached and his/her position in any
Scottish-related organization which they belong, if appropriate.

Timing: Scholarship requests may be submitted at any time during the year. Applicants will be informed in writing of approval or disapproval within two months of the date of receipt.

Process: When received, an application will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee for completeness. Note: Members of the Council and/or Board or Chairpersons must remove themselves and/or will be excluded from voting on any immediate family members who have submitted an application for the Scholarship, Since scholarship funds are limited, the Committee will evaluate the application for appropriateness of the course or program and relative merit of the request. If necessary, the Committee may request additional information from either the applicant or the references.

After evaluation, the Committee will forward the application with its recommendations to the Council for a final vote and decision. In the event that a Member of the Council should have a child who has applied for the Scholarship, that member will not be eligible to vote on that
application. After final action by the Council, the Scholarship Committee will notify the applicant in writing of the Council's decision. The notification will include a bank check if the application is approved.

All applicants that have received a “MacCord Scholarship” will be required to send a written letter/report after receiving the Scholarship and training, a description of applicant's participation in Scottish-oriented Arts and/or Cultural training and will be posted to the Society’s Newsletter. A letter from the provider of the training and/or study will be requested after the student has completed the course/study with a copy of any certificates given the student.

There is no limit to the number of eligible applications for the Scholarship and they will be and/or can be from all over the country. We wish to encourage all those between the age of 12 and 21 pursuing education, training, and interests in Scottish arts, history, and/or culture to apply for the Scholarship.

Scholarship funds will be monitored by the society treasurer and reported to the society in any and all financial reports.

Any misuse of Scholarship funds will be reported to the Board and Council for appropriate action. Violations by recipients will be asked to refund the grant and bard from any further grants.

ARTICLE IX
PROPERTY

1. General: The Corporation shall be empowered to acquire, from time to time, such property as is necessary in conducting its affairs or shall be appropriate to the carrying out of its purposes, within the guidelines of the Nonprofit corporation per 501 (c) 3 Tax Exempt Code of the IRS.

2. Administrative Supplies: Supplies such as stationary, membership applications. Envelopes, etc. may be acquired from time to time and in such quantities as are appropriate to the administration of the Corporation. Custody of these supplies may rest with any officer having immediate need of them in order to conduct the administration of their duties for the
Corporation.

3. Ceremonial Supplies: Articles such as flags, banners, standards, or any other articles that shall be considered useful and appropriate to the accomplishment of the purpose of the organization may be acquired with clan funds when duly approved by the Chief and/or President or his designee. Responsibility and accountability of these articles shall rest with the
Chief and/or President or his designee.

4. Gifts: Gifts and/or donations in any form or amount sent to the Society will be accepted and put to use for the betterment of the Society. All gift contributors will receive a Certificate, and be listed on our web page, newsletter page as "Gift and/or Donation Benefactors " unless they request not to be listed. Gifts, Donations and Contributions are now Tax deductible.

ARTICLE X
AMENDMENTS

These bylaws may be Revised and/or amended by an affirmative vote of the majority of the Council and/or members present to include proxies at one duly constituted meeting of the Corporation, provided that at least a quorum shall be present at such meeting. Note see Article III Number 8. A notice of the proposal to alter or amend the bylaws in whole or in part, setting forth verbatim the proposed amendment(s), shall be given to each member prior to such vote upon said amendment(s).

Amendment I

Said organization is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 50l (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.

No part of the net earnings of the organization shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the organization shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in the purpose clause
hereof. No substantial part of the activities of the organization shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the organization shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political
campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of this document, the organization shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by an organization exempt from federal income tax under section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal
Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or (b) by an organization, contributions to which are deductible under section 170 (c) (2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code.

Upon the dissolution of the organization, assets shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding sections of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed tot the federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not disposed of shall be disposed of by the Court of Common Pleas of the county and State in which the principal office of the organization is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.

ADOPTION OF THE CORPORATE BYLAWS

Founded January 1997, Initially Enacted June 18 2003


Approved June 18 2003 in the State of California,USA
as a nonprofit corporation per 501(c) 3 Tax Exempt Code. CORP. NO.2540286 EIN NO. 94-3232385

Initial Founding Council

1 Name Senior Council Dr. Thomas Hill MD
Address 554 Durand
East Lansing MI 48823
Phone 577 337 2038

2 Name Donald E McCord Retired
Address 1252 Imperial Drive
Columbia, Tennessee, 37060
Phone 615 274 2859

3 Name Olive Loraine McCord Dundun
Address 4221Pleasant Drive
Carson City, Nevada 89701
Phone 775 841 4221

4 Name Treece McCutcheon
Address 22536 Sunset Ridge LPO
Auburn, CA 95602
Phone 530 268 6499

5 Name Patrica Kay Reilly Retired
Address 450 Josten
Fallbrook, California 92028
Phone 760 731 2877

6 Name Patrick R McChord O'Donnell USA-RET
Address 2027 Snydersburg Road
Westminster MD 21157
Phone 410-876-2162

7 Name James A. McCord, E-8, USN-RET
Address 3256 Cache Peak Dr.
Reno NV 89512-1123
Phone 775 673 4189

8 Name Jon Michael McCord
Address 312 West High St.
Marshalltown IA 50158
Phone 641-752-2264

9 Name Gladys Devick
Address 10628 Sharon Cir.
Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone 515 334 5278

10 Name Mary F McCord retired
Address 4121 Bennett Dr
Annandale, Virginia 22003
Phone 919 929 2242