Bylaws for collective care.

Article I: Name and Purpose

The name of the organization is The Strawberry Collective. The organization is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and community development purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Its purpose is to foster wellness, equity, creative expression, and empowerment for underserved youth and families through therapy-informed supports, enrichment programs, and community-led initiatives.

Article II: Offices

The principal office of the corporation shall be located in Pennsylvania. The organization may maintain additional offices as the Board of Directors determines are useful for carrying out its mission.

Article III: Membership

The organization has no voting members unless otherwise required by law. All corporate powers are exercised by or under the authority of the Board of Directors.

Article IV: Board of Directors

• The affairs of the organization are managed by its Board of Directors.
• The Board consists of no fewer than three and no more than nine directors.
• Directors should support the mission and values of the organization.
• Directors serve two-year terms and may be re-elected.
• A director may be removed by majority vote, or by two-thirds vote where required for cause-related actions.
• Vacancies may be filled by the remaining directors at a regular or special meeting.

Article V: Board Meetings

• Regular meetings are held at least four times per year.
• Notice should be provided at least seven days in advance for regular meetings.
• Special meetings may be called by the Chair or other authorized directors with at least 48 hours notice.
• A quorum is required for official action.
• Decisions are generally made by majority vote unless otherwise required.
• Directors may participate in person, by telephone, or by video conference.

Article VI: Officers

The officers may include a President or Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and additional roles as needed. Officers serve one-year terms unless otherwise determined by the Board.

• President or Chair: leads meetings and supports effective board function.
• Vice-Chair: assists the Chair and acts in their absence.
• Secretary: maintains meeting minutes and organizational records.
• Treasurer: oversees financial records and presents financial reports.

Article VII: Committees

The Board may create standing or ad hoc committees to advance the organization’s work. Committees may act on behalf of the organization only within limits set by the Board.

Article VIII: Conflicts of Interest

Directors and officers must disclose actual or potential conflicts of interest and abstain from decisions where appropriate. The organization may maintain a written conflict-of-interest policy to protect integrity and public trust.

Article IX: Fiscal Year

The fiscal year may be set or changed by Board resolution, consistent with the organization’s accounting and reporting needs.

Article X: Indemnification

The organization may indemnify directors, officers, employees, and agents to the fullest extent permitted by law against expenses, judgments, and liabilities arising from service to the organization.

Article XI: Amendments

The bylaws may be amended by Board vote after written notice is provided at least ten days in advance, unless a different notice period or voting threshold is required by law.

Article XII: Dissolution

Upon dissolution, remaining assets shall be distributed to one or more organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3) or a similar charitable classification, consistent with the organization’s mission and applicable law.