Article 2 - Purposes

The Association, as an incorporated, non-profit organization, is created and organized solely for charitable and educational purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, and for and in the interest of public education.  The purposes of the Association shall be:

1. The Association shall conduct and engage in lawful activities as prescribed and permitted under Section 501(c)(3) of the Federal IRS Code, and as permitted to non-profit corporations under the laws of the State of Arizona.
2. To provide a forum for discussion, education and research involving the special needs of school districts and charter schools receiving federal funds under the Federal Impact Aid Program.
3. To provide organization and leadership in educating and being a resource to others regarding the special needs of Impact Aid educational institutions, including educating legislative bodies, government bodies and appropriate administrative agencies.
4. To promote better understanding and to contribute to a cooperative working relationship among school districts and charter schools receiving federal funds under the Federal Impact Aid Program.
5. To provide a link between the Arizona State Impact Aid school districts and charter schools and the National Association of Federal Impact Schools (NAFIS) and to provide input and support of the activities of NAFIS and other similar organizations.
6. To act as a resource for, and to cooperate with, other educational associations within the State of Arizona that have interests similar to the Association’s interests.

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Article 1 - Name
Article 2 - Purposes
Article 3 - Offices/Principal Place of Business
Article 4 - Membership
Article 5 - General Assembly
Article 6 - Board of Directors
Article 7 - Duties of the Board of Directors
Article 8 - Finances
Article 9 - Termination of a Member District 
Article 10 - Conflict of Interest
Article 11 - Initial Board of Directors
Article 12 - Bylaws
Article 13 - Fiscal Year
Article 14 - Amendment
Certification