Who are we?
Mission statement
Our mission is to provide practical, impactful solutions that address the needs of our community. Through the support and dedication of those around us, we strive to create lasting change and continue to grow in service and outreach
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Vision Statement:
To create a thriving, compassionate community where individuals are empowered through access to essential resources, including healthcare, education, and support, fostering growth and positive change for generations to come
Board Committee
Rev. Dr. Schubert Liska
General Coordinator
Sr. Malerne Davilma
Vice President
Nancy Moreau
Treasurer
Our Believe
We firmly believe that every child has the inalienable right to education and safe environments to grow, with access to adequate nutrition and healthcare. We adamantly believe that every child deserves a future. This conviction is the driving force behind everything we do to foster a thriving tomorrow built on compassion, love, education, and sustainable solutions
WHY SUPPORT US?
L.A.C organization is all about giving back to our community and transforming lives.
TRANSPARENT
Transparency is a core value at L.A.C Foundation to ensure we are on track to achieve milestones without compromising on our values
EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION
At L.A.C organization, we believe in ensuring that the neediest of the needy receive support hence our project implementations on ground are fail safe.
INTEGRITY
We are committed to raising funds ethically and maintaining cost effective practices to ensure maximum fund utilization.
We have five core tenets: “Faith, Humility, Respect, Transparency and Tolerance.” They are at the foundation of our mission, and all the rules and regulations that govern our organization are based on those essential tenets. Our tenets will always stay the same; however, our rules and regulations may be amended if it is necessary by a consensus of three fourth (3/4) of the
committee.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Article 1
We are L.A.C (Love by Action in Charity) a legally registered organization in the state of Florida; as such, all our operations shall be adherent to all the rules of this said state and the federal government that govern a 501©3 corporation.
Section a: Registered location – 13757 NE 3 rd Ct Suite A25, North Miami, FL 33161
Article 2
A committee “Board of Directors” of at least 5 members shall oversee the Organization. The board of directors may be comprised of a president, a vice-president, a secretary, a treasurer, and a general coordinator. It may also have other posts in addition to subcommittees that may be created to handle specific tasks. Administrators of other branches must answer the Board of Directors here in the US.
Article 3
The General Coordinator’s position is permanent and is the sole grantee of veto power in all and every decision taken by the committee. That power can only be revoked by unanimity of the board of directors or prostration.
Article 4
Activities and occurrences within the organization must remain confidential among us unless such disclosure is public knowledge, or the recipient of such disclosure is warranted by law; or that disclosure is deemed beneficial to the organization. Each member shall carry out a confidentiality agreement consistent herewith upon being voted onto and accepting appointment to the Board of Directors.
Article 5
One must complete a membership application, pay annual dues and be willing to contribute to the development of the organization to become a member.
a. One must be an active member for at least three (3) years to sit on the board of directors.
b. Elections may be held every three years for board members.
c. A special election or simple designation may be used to fill vacancies.
Article 6
Funds within the organization are the responsibility of a staff of three person with accountability to the committee.
Any transaction must be approved by at least three members of the board. In case of an emergency the General Coordinator has the right to make any transaction.
Article 7
In case of dissolution, all the organization’s funds and belongings shall be donated to another active 501©3 organization!
Article 8
All members (regular or officer) are expected to fulfill his or her duties for the betterment of the organization. Some of the general duties are membership dues, financial contributions monthly, aid solicitation, participation in events, etc.
a. The General Coordinator oversees the performance of all board members; he is responsible for well function of L.A.C.
b. The President directs meetings and enforces rules and discipline; he or she delegates specific duties to members and controls the finance with the general coordinator.
c. The Vice-President works closely with the President and assures that the organization adhere to its mission and the vice-president substitutes the president during absences. He or she is also responsible for all fundraising.
d. The Secretary shall maintain records of all meetings and activities. He or she is responsible to schedule and arrange meetings and send out correspondence.
e. The Treasurer collects membership dues, holds contributions and donations to be deposited in a timely manner; he or she also always maintains detailed financial records.
f. The Event Coordinator is responsible for all entertainment. He or she plans all events and develops marketing strategies for the success of the event.
g. Any board member may resign his or her position by notifying the Board in writing. Any board member may elect to have an assistant or may be assigned one.
Article 9
All decisions or amendments shall be selected by a majority vote and in the event of a tie the General Coordinator will have the final say. The President in coordination with the General Coordinator may request a board member to step down if necessary.
Article 10
We shall conduct board’s meeting every Monday and members’ meeting every last Thursday of the month.
Adopted on May 12th, 2017