Pacific Northwest Ski Educational Foundation

“The by-laws were updated in december 2023. The updates included additional information added in regards to the organization's purpose, trustees conflicts of interest, trustee indemnification, and procedure if there is a dissolution. The updates also included changes and clarification to the qualifications of trustees, elected trustees, appointed trustees, vacancy expirations, annual meeting of the board, number and location of regular and special meetings, notification requirements of meetings, participation in meetings, and allowing for various communications to be sent electronically or e-signed.”

“Class a trustees (elected trustees) will be nominated to serve as trustees either by nominating committee organized in the manner set forth in the by-laws and may also be nominated from the floor at the pnw division annual convention. All nominees must consent, either verbally or in writing, to having their names placed into nomination prior to their election. From those persons duly nominated, those persons who receive the most votes (which need not be a majority) from delegates at the pnw division annual convention shall be elected to serve as an elected trustee except that not less than half of the elected trustees shall be persons who are current or former directors or officers of the pnw division or coaches, officials, athletes or past and/or present members of pnw division. Except as set forth in the bylaws, elected trustees shall serve a term of three years commencing with the date of the pnw division annual convention and continuing until the pnw division annual convention most closely occurring to expiration of such three year term and the election and qualification of their successors in office, subject to earlier resignation or removal in accordance with the by-laws. In the event of a position resulting from an increase in the size of the board, the term of the person receiving the least number of votes shall be for one, two or three years as appropriate so as to assure that the terms of approximately one-third of all elected directors expire each year. Class b trustees (appointed trustees) will be nominated to serve as trustees by any member of the board of trustees. All nominees must consent, either verbally or in writing, to having their names placed into nomination prior to their appointment. A person duly nominated will be appointed to the board of trustees if such appointment receives the affirmative vote of a majority of the trustees present at any meeting of the board of trustees at which a quorum is present. Not less than half of the appointed trustees shall be persons who are current or former directors or officers of the pnw division board or coaches, officials, athletes, past and/or present members of pnw division. Except as set forth in the by- laws, appointed trustees shall serve a term of 3 years commencing with the date of the pnw division annual convention preceding their appointment and continuing until the pnw division annual convention most closely occurring to expiration of such three year term and the appointment and qualification of their successors in office, subject to earlier resignation or removal in accordance with the by-laws. In the event of a position resulting from an increase in the size of the board, the term of the person appointed to fill such position shall be one, two or three years as appropriate to assure that the terms of approximately one-third of all appointed directors expire each year.”

“The board of trustees shall have the sole responsibility for the management of the business of the corporation. In the management and control of the property, business, and affairs of the corporation, the board is vested with all of the powers possessed by the corporation itself, so long as this delegation of power is not inconsistent with the washington nonprofit corporation act, the corporation's articles of incorporation, or the bylaws. The board may designate one or more officers of the corporation who will have the power to sign all deeds, leases, contracts, mortgages, deeds of trust and other instruments and documents executed by and binding upon the corporation.”

“Financials reviewed at board meetings”

“Whenever a director or officer has a financial or personal interest in any matter coming before the board of directors, the affected person shall a) fully disclose the nature of the interest and b) withdraw from discussion, lobbying, and voting on the matter. Any transaction or vote involving a potential conflict of interest shall be approved only when a majority of disinterested directors determine that it is in the best interest of the corporation to do so. The minutes of meetings at which such votes are taken shall record such disclosure, abstention and rationale for approval. Annually, all covered individuals are also required to complete an annual conflict of interest questionnaire.”

“UPON REQUEST”

“The pacific northwest ski education foundation (pnwsef) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization led by a board of trustees, comprised of divisional representatives passionate about alpine and nordic skiing. The pacific northwest ski education foundation serves pacific nw ski association (pnw division) alpine and nordic athletes, coaches, officials, and clubs in their pursuit of excellence. Our mission is to help fund alpine and nordic racers, knowledgeable coaches, and high-quality race venues. Pnwsef is the fundraising arm of the pnw division. Pnwsef supports pnw division that was organized in 1930 and developed out of the need for uniformity to support all phases of ski competition. Pnw division works with u.s. Ski & snowboard in establishing the eligibility and qualifications of competitors, setting standards and certifications for coaches and officials, and organizes clinics and training programs for all alpine skiing disciplines. As a division of u.s. Ski & snowboard and the western region, pnw division plays a key role in all u.s. Ski & snowboard ski competitions. Pnw division's programs are the first step for ski competitors to national and international amateur sports competitions. Pnw division is a non-profit organization and operates for the benefit of all pnw division and u.s. Ski & snowboard members in the division. The objectives through which pnwsef shall accomplish its mission shall include the following: (1) educating and driving awareness of grants and scholarships available annually to nordic and alpine athletes and coaches across all pacific nw ski associations clubs in washington, oregon and northern idaho; (2) ensuring all pnw division members and clubs know and understand the vision, mission and objectives of pnwsef; (3) achieving and maintaining long term financial stability; and (4) establishing and promoting annual marketing efforts dedicated to raising monies every year to support the endowment.”

“Board of trustees are unpaid. They have the sole responsibility for the management of the organization. Other volunteers provide fundraising planning/production activities.”

“Administrative grant for office support”