If you go to the "File Exchange" section of this website, there are many examples of bylaws there you can use. And personal liability is limited by incorporating and, to a lesser degree, by buying liability insurance. Once the paperwork is done, it's done. Bylaws usually don't get changed on an annual basis, so the fact that your Board changes every year doesn't really matter.
I am just beginning to start this process for my home school group and it is very confusing. Any help or examples of your Constitution and Bylaws you could offer would be helpful. We are a small group and I am applying under the unincorporated association status. The email is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
How do we complete the paperwork if our Board is re-elected every year? How do I limit the personal liability of the people who are willing to serve on the board?
For any of you who would like a copy of our groups articles of incorporation please email me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. [img]smile.gif[/img]