Description

Bylaws of the Healthy Forest Alliance Foundation

The Bylaws of the Healthy Forest Alliance Foundation (HFA) establish the legal and governance framework that guides how our organization operates, makes decisions, and fulfills its charitable mission.

As a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation recognized under Internal Revenue Code §501(c)(3), our Bylaws define:

• The structure and authority of our Board of Directors

• Fiduciary responsibilities and ethical standards

• Meeting procedures and voting requirements

• Financial oversight and audit safeguards

• Conflict-of-interest protections

• Founder governance and mission-preservation provisions

• Dissolution and charitable asset distribution requirements

These Bylaws are designed to ensure transparency, accountability, and long-term mission integrity. They reflect our commitment to responsible stewardship of charitable assets and compliance with California nonprofit law and federal tax-exempt regulations.

Why We Publish Our Bylaws

Healthy Forest Alliance Foundation publicly posts its Bylaws to demonstrate our commitment to:

Transparency – Donors, partners, volunteers, and community members can clearly see how the organization is governed.

Accountability – Our governance structure, financial controls, and ethical safeguards are available for review.

Mission Integrity – Our Founder and Board protections help ensure the organization remains focused on strengthening communities and landscapes through science-based prescribed fire and wildfire resilience.

Public Trust – As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we believe openness builds confidence in our stewardship of funds, programs, and partnerships.

By making our governance documents publicly accessible, we affirm that Healthy Forest Alliance Foundation operates with clarity, integrity, and dedication to the public good.