Bylaws of IDCYDE
(A California Nonprofit Religious Corporation)
Preamble
This document outlines the governing principles and operational
framework of IDCYDE, a spiritual and religious organization dedicated
to fostering community, personal growth, and collective evolution
through the core value of music.
Article I: Name and Purpose
* Section 1.01: Name: The name of this corporation is Idcyde,
hereinafter referred to as "the Church."
* Section 1.02: Purpose: The Church is organized exclusively for
religious purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue
Code. Its primary purpose is to provide a space for spiritual
exploration and expression through the universal language of music,
embracing its evolving forms and diverse expressions. The Church's
teachings are living, evolving, and expressed through spontaneous and
communal musical creation and improvisation, rather than through a
fixed written doctrine.
Article II: Core Principles
* Section 2.01: The Primacy of Music: The Church holds that music, in
its myriad forms, is the paramount expression and conduit of the
divine. Spiritual growth, understanding, and communal unity are
achieved through the creation, sharing, and reception of musical
experiences.
* Section 2.02: Evolving Ideals: The Church's understanding of
spiritual truth is continually refined through collective experience,
empathy, and a commitment to justice and inclusion.
* Section 2.03: Worship and Gatherings: Regular gatherings are convened
for the purpose of communal musical creation, performance,
improvisation, and shared spiritual experience. Communal drumming
sessions are considered the primary form of preaching, teaching, and
spiritual guidance.
* Section 2.04: Spiritual Guidance: Spiritual guidance is provided by
individuals recognized for their profound musical wisdom and their
ability to facilitate harmonious communal musical expression. Their
authority stems from their spiritual insight and contribution to the
collective song.
Article III: Membership
* Section 3.01: Eligibility: Membership is open to all individuals who
resonate with the spiritual path centered on music and who affirm the
principle of "no fixed written word as primary spiritual guide or
doctrine."
* Section 3.02: Admission: Individuals may become members upon
expressing a verbal commitment to the core principles of the Church
and consistently participating in its communal musical gatherings.
* Section 3.03: Member Rights and Responsibilities: Members have the
right to full participation in musical worship and the general life
of the Church. Responsibilities include contributing to the harmony
and mission of the community through active participation and
voluntary contributions.
Article IV: Governance
* Section 4.01: Governing Body: The affairs of the Church are governed
by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for the administrative,
financial, and legal oversight of the corporation. The Board shall
consist of no fewer than three (3) and no more than seven (7)
Directors.
* Section 4.02: Election and Term of Directors: Directors are elected
by the existing Board at the annual meeting. Each Director serves for
a term of two (2) years and may serve up to three (3) consecutive
terms.
* Section 4.03: Officers: The officers of the Church shall include a
President (or Chief Harmonizer), a Secretary, and a Treasurer, who
are elected by the Board from among its members.
* Section 4.04: Duties of Officers:
* President/Chief Harmonizer: Presides over all meetings, serves as
the primary spiritual and organizational voice of the Church,
and ensures adherence to its core principles.
* Secretary: Records minutes of all Board and general meetings,
maintains official records, and ensures proper notice of
meetings.
* Treasurer: Oversees the financial assets of the Church, ensures
accurate financial records are maintained, and prepares regular
financial reports.
* Section 4.05: Meetings:
* Annual Meeting: The Board shall hold an annual meeting in January
of each year.
* Regular Meetings: Regular meetings of the Board shall be held
quarterly.
* Special Meetings: Special meetings may be called by the President
or by a majority of the Directors.
* Quorum: A majority of the Directors in office shall constitute a
quorum for the transaction of business.
* Decision-Making: Decisions shall be made by a majority vote of
the Directors present at a meeting where a quorum is established.
Article V: Financial Administration
* Section 5.01: Fiscal Year: The fiscal year of the Church shall be
from January 1st to December 31st.
* Section 5.02: Use of Funds: All funds received by the Church shall be
used exclusively for religious, educational, and charitable
purposes. No part of the net earnings shall inure to the benefit of
any private individual.
* Section 5.03: Contributions: The Church may solicit and accept
voluntary contributions, gifts, and bequests.
* Section 5.04: Financial Records: Accurate and comprehensive financial
records shall be maintained for administrative, legal, and
transparency purposes.
Article VI: Amendments
* Section 6.01: Amendment Process: These Bylaws may be amended,
repealed, or altered, in whole or in part, by a two-thirds (2/3)
majority vote of the Board of Directors.
* Section 6.02: Notice: All Board members must receive written notice
of any proposed amendment at least thirty (30) days prior to the
vote.
Article VII: Dissolution
* Section 7.01: Dissolution Clause: In the event of the dissolution of
the corporation, its assets shall be distributed exclusively for
religious, educational, or charitable purposes within the meaning of
Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or to a federal,
state, or local government for a public purpose. No assets shall
inure to the benefit of any private individual.