Midatlantic Fiber Association Inc

“From the bylaws - article iv. Representatives section 1 each member guild shall elect or appoint (i) one individual (their "representative") to represent the member guild at meetings of representatives (the "representative assembly") of the midatlantic fiber association and (ii) an alternative ("alternative representative") to represent the member guild in those meetings that the representative cannot attend. Representatives and alternative representatives shall serve for two-year terms beginning on october 1 of even-numbered years. Section 2 each member guild shall be entitled to one vote in the representative assembly. Section 3 an individual may serve as a representative for more than one member guild of which he or she is a member. Such a representative shall have one vote for each of the member guilds he or she represents. Section 4 associate members shall have no vote in the representative assembly. Section 5 members of the board of directors may serve as representatives or alternate representatives for their member guilds.”

“From the bylaws - article vii. Board of directors section 1 the board of directors shall consist of the officers as well as the membership coordinator and the chair of the grants committee. Up to two additional committee chairs designated by the board of directors may also serve on the board. The immediate past president shall serve in an advisory capacity to the board of directors. Section 2 the representatives shall elect all officers for two-year terms. The election shall be by representatives present or by absentee ballot, or by email or other form of electronic ballot. A representative's (or alternate representative's) presence at a meeting takes precedence over their absentee ballot. When possible, election of officers and members of the nominating committee (ref article 8, section 4) shall occur at the biennial conference, which occurs in the summer of odd-numbered years. If for some reason the election cannot be held at the conference, it shall be held no later than september 30 of the odd-numbered year. The terms of office of the officers and members of the nominating committee shall begin on october 1 of the odd-numbered-year, that is, the october following the election. Section 3 any vacancies on the board of directors shall be filled for the unexpired term by a vote of the majority of the members of the board of directors. Section 4 no directors shall receive compensation for serving the corporation in such capacity. All directors shall be entitled to reimbursement for reasonable expenses incurred in connection with service to the corporation. Section 5 no member may hold more than one elected position on the board of directors. Section 6 the meetings of the board of directors shall be held at least quarterly on dates determined by the president, who shall provide written notice of every meeting to the members of the board of directors at least seven calendar days prior to the day of the meeting. Notice may be provided via electronic means. Section 7 between representative assemblies, the board of directors may transact business for the corporation. Section 8 any member of the board of directors may be removed by the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the board of directors whenever in its judgment the best interests of the corporation would be served thereby. Section 9 the board of directors may exercise all powers of the corporation and perform such lawful acts as are not in violation of statute, the articles of incorporation, or these bylaws. In addition, the executive committee is given the specific authority to defend the midatlantic fiber association from any suit in law or equity.”

“The treasurer of board reviews the form 990 and shares it with entire board for their review. Upon completion of review, the form 990 is filed with the irs.”

“The organization's bylaws are available to the public on its website and can be accessed on guidestar. Financial statements are available upon request. The articles of incorporation are not available to the public.”

“To act as a central organization for all fiber interest groups in the mid- atlantic united states which choose to become member groups of the association. To encourage cooperation among the fiber groups in the mid-atlantic region of the united states. To plan, organize, and conduct conferences and other events for education and communication in the fiber arts field.”

“Publicity for guild programs and workshops: mafa offers a place to publicize guild programs, workshops and events with other guilds. Host guild websites: mafa can create and host member guilds' websites on its server at not cost. Associate memberships: although mafa is primarily focused on its member guilds, associate memberships are open to commerical enterprises, institutions, organizations, schools and to individuals not in affiliated guilds. Social media: mafa supports vibrant social media communities on facebook, pinterest, ravelry, weavolution and twitter. Resources: mafa provides a resource site for the community to interact in learning through project ideas, online posts for sale items and links to other online resources.”