Club Bylaws

Bylaws of Alamance Aztecs Fútbol Club, Inc.

A Nonprofit Corporation

Article I – Name and Purpose

Section 1. Name
The name of this organization shall be Alamance Aztecs Fútbol Club, Inc. ("the Club").

Section 2. Purpose
The Club is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Its mission is to foster the physical, mental, and emotional growth and development of youth through soccer.

Article II – Membership

Section 1. Eligibility
Membership is open to all youth participants, parents/guardians, coaches, and volunteers who support the Club’s mission.

Section 2. Dues
The Board of Directors may establish membership fees or dues, which may be waived or reduced for financial hardship.

Article III – Board of Directors

Section 1. Authority and Responsibility
The Board of Directors is the governing body of the Club and is responsible for overall policy, finances, and direction.

Section 2. Composition
The Board shall consist of no fewer than 3 and no more than 9 members, including the officers.

Section 3. Terms
Directors shall serve 2-year terms and may be re-elected without term limits.

Section 4. Meetings
The Board shall meet at least quarterly. Special meetings may be called by the President or any two Board members with at least 7 days’ notice.

Section 5. Quorum and Voting
A quorum shall consist of a majority of Board members. Decisions shall be made by majority vote unless otherwise specified.

Section 6. Removal and Vacancies
A Director may be removed by a two-thirds vote of the Board. Vacancies shall be filled by Board appointment for the remainder of the term.

Article IV – Officers

Section 1. Titles and Duties

• President: Presides over meetings, oversees operations, and represents the Club.

• Vice President: Assists the President and acts in their absence.

• Secretary: Maintains records, meeting minutes, and handles correspondence.

• Treasurer: Manages financial records, budgeting, and reporting.

Section 2. Election and Term
Officers are elected by the Board at the annual meeting and serve for 2 years, eligible for re-election.

Article V – Committees

Section 1. Standing or Ad Hoc Committees
The Board may establish committees (e.g., fundraising, events, coaching) as needed. Each committee shall have a chair appointed by the Board.

Article VI – Fiscal Policies

Section 1. Fiscal Year
The fiscal year shall run from January 1 to December 31, unless otherwise determined.

Section 2. Financial Oversight
The Board shall review the budget and financial statements regularly. An annual financial report shall be made available to the membership.

Article VII – Non-Discrimination Policy

The Club shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation in any of its policies or practices.

Article VIII – Indemnification

To the fullest extent allowed by law, the Club shall indemnify its directors, officers, and volunteers against liability incurred in the performance of their duties.

Article IX – Amendments

These Bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the Board, provided notice is given at least 7 days in advance.

Article X – Dissolution

Upon dissolution, assets shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3), preferably to another youth sports or educational organization.