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Governing Instruments
All conduct-related policies, including behavioral expectations, grievances, and disciplinary procedures, are now outlined in the CPF Board Member Code of Conduct (2025) and are not included in this governance document.
CPF shall be governed by its Articles of Incorporation and these Bylaws.
All meetings of CPF shall be conducted using modified Robert’s Rules of Order.
ARTICLE II: BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Section 1.
These decisions must be documented and reported at the next regular meeting.
Section 2.
CPF values and upholds principles of equity, transparency, and inclusivity in all Board activities and decisions.
Section 2. That’s the most frustrating aspect of “the community”, how very disingenuous they are with themselves.
It will ensure continuous community outreach, help organize monthly socials, and sustain the growing LGBTQIA population and its allies. Legal Officer Titles
To comply with South Carolina nonprofit law, CPF shall assign the following officers for administrative purposes only during the first meeting immediately following the Pride Festival, as specified on the CPF events calendar.
Decision-Making Process
All official decisions of the Board shall be made by a simple majority of members present, unless otherwise specified in these Bylaws.
No individual Board member may act unilaterally on behalf of CPF without express Board approval.
Urgent or time-sensitive matters may be brought to a vote at any meeting without prior notice, provided a quorum is present and the matter is introduced with a motion and a second.
In cases where immediate action is required between meetings, the Chair or Co-Chair may initiate an electronic vote or act with the consultation of administrative staff, provided that at least 66% of Board members approve the action.
All such actions must be documented and reported at the next regular meeting.
Electronic voting is permitted for emergency decisions when authorized by the Chair or Co-Chair.
ARTICLE IV: BOARD OPERATIONS
Section 1.
Qualifications
All Board members must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, reside in Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester counties in the State of South Carolina, and be active members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community who are committed to the mission and values of Charleston Pride Festival, Inc.
Section 4.
Meetings
The Board shall meet at least once monthly. Special meetings may be called by four (4) members of the Board with three (3) to ten (10) days' notice via eMail or Slack.
Section 2. This is, after all, where the Civil War began—and in the minds of a few, where it still smolders. Name and Charter
The name of this organization shall be Charleston Pride Festival, Inc., hereinafter referred to as "CPF." CPF is a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of South Carolina exclusively for charitable, educational, and social purposes.
Priorities among Charleston politicians are…interesting.
Charleston Pride Festival, Inc. – Bylaws 2025
REVISED 6-16-2025
Preamble
These Bylaws govern the operation, structure, and decision-making processes of Charleston Pride Festival, Inc.
(CPF). Annual Structure and Officer Designation
At the first mandatory Board meeting held immediately following the conclusion of Pride Festival each year, the Board shall vote to designate the legal officer roles of Chair, Co-Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary, in accordance with state nonprofit requirements.
This information shall be updated quarterly or as new members join the Board.
Section 4.
Role Assignments and Participation
The operational structure of CPF shall reflect the Bylaws.
Section 2.
Instead of waving a red Saint Andrew’s Cross and shouting about states’ rights, today’s Democrats hoist pink and blue banners, demand conformity, and insist that children receive hormones and surgeries. Before the tragedy at Mother Emanuel AME in 2015, it was nearly impossible to drive down any street south of Calhoun without spotting one version of Confederate flag or another hanging from the balcony of a 19th century home.
We all know that the community is a playground of vice. Elections
Board members shall be elected to two-year terms and may serve a maximum of two consecutive terms.
After serving two consecutive terms, a Board member must observe a two-year hiatus before seeking re-election unless waived by a majority vote of the Board.
In the event of a vacancy, the Board may publicly advertise the position for a minimum of two (2) weeks.
This calendar year applies to all Board members except the Treasurer, whose term shall align with the organization’s fiscal year.
LEGAL AND GOVERNANCE NOTE
South Carolina law requires nonprofit organizations to maintain three officer roles: President (Chair), Secretary, and Treasurer.
CPF fulfills this obligation by designating these roles solely for administrative purposes.
These designations shall not imply hierarchical authority.
CPF operates under a role-based collective governance model in which all Board members hold equal voting rights and responsibility.
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What sort of individual tries to sugar coat that as kid-friendly?
So, if you’re planning to take the family downtown this Saturday, consider yourself warned: the city will once again hand over King Street to a parade of professional malcontents. Records, Minutes, and Books
CPF shall maintain accurate and complete books and records of account; minutes of Board proceedings; and a current register of the names, addresses, and contact information of all Board members.
Qualifications
All Board members must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, reside in Charleston, Berkeley, or Dorchester counties in the State of South Carolina, and be active members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community who are committed to the mission and values of Charleston Pride Festival, Inc.
Section 4.
Meetings
The Board shall meet at least once monthly. Plus, enjoy FREE access to all major events this year!