Florida

Here we'll discuss how to create corporate bylaws for the state of Florida.

Steps

1. Download the bylaws template.

2. Name: State your entity or project name.

3. Article II: Corporate Purpose

• Section 1 “Non-Profit Purpose” is very important and contains necessary boilerplate language to qualify for non-profit status with the IRS. Only edit the specified portion.
• Section 2 “Specific Purpose” is where you get to describe your project/non-profit’s mission and scope, and how you would like to accomplish that mission.

4. Article III is also extremely important and necessary for qualifying for non-profit status. Do not edit.

5. Article IV. Membership. You can create membership tiers that involve dues to raise funds, etc. Or keep it simple as stated in the form.

6. Article V. Board of Directors.

• Section 2 “Number, Tenure, Requirements, and Qualifications.”
  • The number of required board members and officers will vary by jurisdiction. Check your jurisdiction’s requirements. Florida requires 3 directors.
  • Directors term: may be set by statute. Check your specific jurisdiction. But often left to founders to specify.
• Section 10. “Advisory Council.” This feature/section is optional and you may structure it how you wish.

7. Article VI. Officers.

• These are set by your jurisdiction’s laws, but we’ve provided the standard officers and their duties here, including President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer.