BYLAWS

BYLAWS OF SAVING GRACE EPILEPSY FOUNDATION

ARTICLE I – NAME

The name of this organization shall be Saving Grace Epilepsy Foundation (the "Foundation").

ARTICLE II – PURPOSE

The Foundation is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

The mission of the Foundation is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families affected by epilepsy through:

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Education and awareness
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Advocacy and public policy initiatives
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Financial assistance programs
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Seizure safety training
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Community outreach and support services
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Scholarships and workforce development
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Health equity initiatives
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Research support and partnerships
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ARTICLE III – PRINCIPAL OFFICE

The principal office shall be located in the State of Louisiana or another location designated by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE IV – MEMBERSHIP

The Foundation shall have no voting members.

All corporate powers shall be exercised by or under the authority of the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE V – BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Section 1. Authority

The Board of Directors shall govern the affairs of the Foundation.

Section 2. Number

The Foundation shall maintain a minimum of three (3) directors and may expand as needed.

Section 3. Qualifications

Directors shall:

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Support the mission of the Foundation
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Demonstrate integrity and professionalism

Be willing to actively participate in governance and fundraising efforts

Section 4. Term

Directors shall serve three-year terms and may be re-elected.

Section 5. Removal

A director may be removed by a two-thirds vote of the Board for:

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Failure to attend meetings
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Misconduct
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Conflict of interest violations
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Conduct detrimental to the Foundation
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Section 6. Vacancies

Vacancies may be filled by majority vote of the Board.

ARTICLE VI – OFFICERS

The officers shall consist of:

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President
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Vice President
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Secretary
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Treasurer
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Additional officers may be established by the Board.

President

The President shall:

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Serve as chief volunteer officer
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Preside over meetings
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Execute contracts approved by the Board
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Provide strategic leadership
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Vice President

The Vice President shall perform the duties of the President in their absence.

Secretary

The Secretary shall:

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Maintain records
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Keep meeting minutes
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Ensure proper notices are distributed
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Treasurer

The Treasurer shall:

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Oversee financial reporting
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Present financial statements
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Monitor compliance with nonprofit financial regulations

Terms

Officers shall serve one-year terms and may be re-elected.

ARTICLE VII – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Board may appoint an Executive Director.

The Executive Director shall:

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Manage daily operations
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Supervise staff and volunteers
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Implement Board policies
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Report regularly to the Board
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The Executive Director may be compensated as approved by the Board and documented in accordance with IRS requirements.

ARTICLE VIII – MEETINGS

Regular Meetings

The Board shall meet at least quarterly.

Annual Meeting

An annual meeting shall be held to:

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Elect officers
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Review strategic goals
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Approve budgets
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Evaluate programs
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Special Meetings

Special meetings may be called by:

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President
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Majority of the Board
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Quorum

A majority of directors shall constitute a quorum.

ARTICLE IX – COMMITTEES

The Board may establish committees including:

Executive Committee

Acts on behalf of the Board between meetings.

Finance Committee

Oversees:

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Budgeting
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Financial planning
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Audits
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Fundraising & Development Committee

Oversees:

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Sponsorships
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Grants
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Major gifts
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Corporate partnerships
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Governance Committee

Oversees:

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Board recruitment
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Bylaws review
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Board evaluations
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Programs Committee

Oversees:

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Grace Kits
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Seizure Safety Training
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Scholarship programs
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Community outreach
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ARTICLE X – CONFLICT OF INTEREST

Directors and officers shall disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest.

Any interested individual shall abstain from discussion and voting on related matters.

The Foundation shall maintain a written Conflict of Interest Policy.

ARTICLE XI – COMPENSATION

Directors shall serve without compensation.

Reasonable reimbursement for approved expenses may be provided.

The Foundation may compensate employees, contractors, consultants, and the Executive Director as approved by the Board.

ARTICLE XII – FISCAL YEAR

The fiscal year shall run from January 1 through December 31 unless otherwise designated by the Board.

ARTICLE XIII – INDEMNIFICATION

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Foundation shall indemnify directors, officers, employees, and volunteers against liabilities arising from their service to the Foundation.

ARTICLE XIV – DISSOLUTION

Upon dissolution, all remaining assets shall be distributed to one or more organizations qualifying under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and aligned with charitable purposes.

No assets shall be distributed to private individuals.

ARTICLE XV – AMENDMENTS

These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the Board of Directors at any regular or special meeting, provided advance notice is given.