Governance Policies

Governance policies are structured guidelines and rules that help associations operate ethically, legally, and effectively.

These policies serve as a framework for decision-making and establish clear standards for accountability, transparency, and behavior within an organization. Typically created by boards of directors or governing bodies, these policies guide everything from the organization’s mission and strategic goals to day-to-day practices.

In this section, you’ll find articles, templates and checklists related to

  1. Conflict of Interest: Outlines how to handle situations where personal interests might conflict with the organization’s interests.
  2. Board Roles and Responsibilities: Defines the duties and expectations of board members.
  3. Risk Management: Addresses how the organization identifies and mitigates risks.
  4. Financial Oversight: Ensures responsible management of financial resources.
  5. Code of Conduct: Sets standards for ethical behavior and interactions within the organization.

Latest Resources

Article Is It Time for a Post-Pandemic Bylaws Review?

Antiquated bylaws can lock associations into a structure that makes little sense today. One expert explains why now is a good time for...

Checklist Give Your Governing Documents a Checkup

Make sure your articles of incorporation and bylaws are in line with law and practice.

Template Basic Governance Policies and Procedures

Sample governance policies or procedures for nonprofit tax-exempt organizations in basic versions that reflect the narrowly defined IRS definitions/instructions for Part VI of Form...

Template Gift Agreement

A Gift Agreement is a formal document between a nonprofit and a donor that outlines the terms and conditions of a donation.

Template Conflicts of Interest Policy, Procedure, and Disclosure

Conflicts of Interest Policy is a document designed to help associations identify, prevent, and manage potential conflicts between personal interests and the interests...

Article Ethics Codes Done Right: Avoid Antitrust Risk

In a pair of recent cases, the Federal Trade Commission determined that two associations' codes of ethics restrained competition in their professions. Associations...

Article From Where I Sit: Governance as an Asset

Like any important asset, governance needs to be actively managed, measured, and evaluated. ASAE's 2015-2016 board chair describes how active management of governance...

Template Sample: Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Policy

AMCP follows a strict conflict of interest and disclosure policy. 2.41     Disclosure of Potential Conflicts of Interest and Bias IntroductionThe Academy...

Template Sample By Laws: ACMP

Sample Bylaws shared by Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy

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