Thursday Morning Society Bylaws
Thursday Morning Society
Article I — Name and Purpose
Section 1. Name
The name of the organization shall be Thursday Morning Society (“Organization”).
Section 2. Purpose
The Organization is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and literary purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
The Organization’s purpose is to support independent journalism and public-interest news reporting, including raising and distributing funds to support the operations, sustainability, and public service mission of The Gabber Newspaper and related educational or community journalism activities.
Article II — Offices
The principal office of the Organization shall be located in the State of Florida, at a location determined by the Board of Directors.
Article III — Membership
The Organization shall have no voting members. All powers shall be exercised by or under the authority of the Board of Directors.
Article IV — Board of Directors
Section 1. Authority
The affairs of the Organization shall be managed by its Board of Directors.
Section 2. Number
The Board shall consist of no fewer than three (3) directors.
Section 3. Terms
Directors shall serve terms of two (2) years and may be reappointed.
Section 4. Vacancies
Any vacancy on the Board may be filled by majority vote of the remaining directors.
Section 5. Removal
A director may be removed by a two-thirds vote of the remaining directors.
Section 6. Compensation
Directors shall not receive compensation for serving as directors, except for reasonable reimbursement of approved expenses.
Article V — Meetings
Section 1. Annual Meeting
The Board shall hold at least one annual meeting each year.
Section 2. Regular Meetings
Regular meetings may be held at times determined by the Board.
Section 3. Special Meetings
Special meetings may be called by the President or by any two directors.
Section 4. Notice
Reasonable notice shall be given for all meetings.
Section 5. Quorum
A majority of directors then serving shall constitute a quorum.
Section 6. Voting
Actions shall be approved by a majority vote of directors present at a meeting where a quorum exists.
Section 7. Remote Meetings
Meetings may be held by telephone or electronic means.
Article VI — Officers
Section 1. Officers
The officers of the Organization shall include:
- President
- Secretary
- Treasurer
The Board may create additional officer positions as needed.
Section 2. Election and Term
Officers shall be elected by the Board and serve one-year terms.
Section 3. Duties
President: Presides over meetings and oversees Board activities.
Secretary: Maintains meeting minutes and organizational records.
Treasurer: Oversees financial records, reports, and compliance.
Article VII — Committees
The Board may establish committees as needed and delegate responsibilities to them.
Article VIII — Conflict of Interest
The Organization shall adopt and maintain a conflict-of-interest policy. Any director or officer with a financial or personal interest in a matter before the Board shall disclose the interest and refrain from voting on the matter.
Article IX — Financial Matters
Section 1. Fiscal Year
The fiscal year of the Organization shall be determined by the Board.
Section 2. Use of Funds
All funds shall be used solely to further the Organization’s charitable and educational purposes.
Section 3. No Private Benefit
No part of the Organization’s net earnings shall benefit any private individual except for reasonable compensation for services rendered.
Article X — Dissolution
Upon dissolution of the Organization, any remaining assets shall be distributed to one or more nonprofit organizations qualifying under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and consistent with the Organization’s mission.
Article XI — Amendments
These bylaws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the Board of Directors.
Certification
These bylaws were adopted by the Board of Directors of Thursday Morning Society on June 1, 2026.