Who Are the Friends?

The Grinter Place Friends (GPF) are a not for profit volunteer group assisting the state with activities at the Grinter Place State Historic Site. Part of the GPF function it so raise funds for events and functions at the Grinter Place State Historic Site. Volunteers are always needed. We are always happy to help those interested in volunteering find their niche! Membership in the GPF is only $17.50 for a family. Other Memberships available, please call 913-334-2500 for more information.

Grinter Place Friends, Inc.
By-Laws

ARTICLE I
The Organization

Section 1. The name of this organization shall be Grinter Place Friends, Inc. located at Grinter Place State Historic Site, 1400/1420 South 78th Street, Kansas City, Kansas 66111. The Grinter Place State Historic Site is a property of the Kansas Historical Society.

Section 2. The purpose of Grinter Place Friends, Inc. is to promote and support the preservation and interpretation of the Grinter Place State Historic Site as it relates to the interaction of cultures in 19th century Kansas by providing supplemental funding, volunteer services, advocacy, public relations assistance, community involvement and educational services.

ARTICLE II
Membership

Section 1. Any individual, group, or organization interested in belonging to the Grinter Place Friends, Inc. is welcome as a member.

Section 2. Types of membership
A. Types of memberships shall be as follows:

1. Individual
2. Family (individuals living in the same household)
3. Organization/Corporation
4. Honorary (previous lifetime members, Grinter Quilters, and public officials)

B. The Board of Directors shall establish the annual dues for membership.
C. Each paid membership is entitled to one (1) vote at the annual meeting.

Section 3. Membership Year The membership year shall be from January 1 through December 31.

Section 4. Liability No member shall be personally liable or responsible for any debts or liabilities of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc. solely by virtue of his or her status as a member, nor shall any member be liable for or subject to any assessment.

ARTICLE III
Meetings of Members
Section 1. Annual Meetings
The annual meeting of the members and the election of the Board of Directors will be held on the first Saturday of December, each year. However, the Board of Directors may set an alternate date to be held within (30) days from the regular meeting date. Notice of the annual meeting shall be sent to members (30) days in advance of the meeting. The public is welcome to attend the annual meeting.

Section 2. Special Meetings of Members
The President or three (3) members of the Board of Directors may call special meetings of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc., whenever they shall deem a special meeting necessary or advisable. In all cases of special meetings, the entire membership of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc. shall be notified not less than three (3) days before the scheduled meeting.

Section 3. Quorum
A quorum shall be defined as those present or by proxy or ballot.

ARTICLE IV
Board of Directors

Section 1. Composition
The Board of Directors of the Grinter Place Friends, shall consist of seven (7) elected Directors, plus the Site Administrator of Grinter Place State Historic Site who shall serve on the Board in an ex-officio capacity. Directors must be members of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.

ARTICLE V
Officers

Section 1. Composition
Elected officers shall be a President, Vice -President, Secretary and Treasurer.

Section 2. Elections
A. The Board of Directors shall elect officers at the first board meeting following the annual meeting of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.
B. Officers shall be elected by a majority of those present.
C. Terms of office for the officers shall be one (1) year.
D. No board member shall hold more than one (1) office at any one time.
E. No officers shall serve more than two (2) consecutive terms.
F. The Board of Directors will fill a vacancy in any elective office for the remainder of the term by means of election.
G. All Officers and Directors shall be members in good standing of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.
H. The President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer or other officers elected by the Board of Directors may be removed, by a majority vote of the Board of Directors present at a regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors.

Section 3. Duties of Officers
President
A. Preside at annual business meetings, Board of Directors meetings and any special meetings.
B. Appoint the chairpersons of standing and special committees.
C. Have general and active management of the affairs of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.
D. In addition to the Treasurer, may sign all checks, contracts and obligations of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.

Vice-President
Assist the President
A. Preside at all meetings in the President's absence.

Secretary
Record the proceedings of all meetings and send copies of recorded minutes to the Officers and Directors.
A. Keep a complete and current list of names and addresses of the members of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.
B. Give notices of all meetings and conduct the general correspondence of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.

Treasurer
Maintain all financial records.
I. Report on the financial status of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.
II. Deposit moneys and disburse funds as ordered by the Board of Directors.
III. In addition to the President, may sign all checks, contracts and obligations of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc.

ARTICLE VI
Committees

Section 1. Standing Committees There shall be the following Standing Committees:
Membership
Finance
Building
Additional Standing Committees may be established when deemed necessary by the Board of Directors.

Section 2. Special Committees
Special Committees may be established when deemed necessary by the Board of Directors.

Section 3. Chairpersons
Chairpersons of standing and/or special committees shall be appointed by the President. Chairpersons shall appoint the members of their committees after consultation with the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VII
Amendments and Parliamentary Authority

Section 1. Amendments
Amendments to these By laws may be made by a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative vote of the quorum for the annual meeting or a special meeting. Written notice of the proposed amendment shall be attached to the notice of the annual meeting or special meeting. Section 2. Rules The rules contained in the latest revised edition of Roberts Rules of Order shall govern the Grinter Place Friends, Inc., in all cases which are not contrary to these By Laws.

ARTICLE VIII
Dissolution Section

1. In the event that the Grinter Place Friends, Inc. wishes to formally dissolve itself, a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative vote of the quorum for the annual meeting or a special meeting is required. All members must be notified by mail of the proposed dissolution at least two (2) weeks prior to said meeting.

Section 2. If the proposed dissolution is adopted, the assets of the Grinter Place Friends, Inc. shall be distributed to the Grinter Place State Historic Site through the Kansas Historical Society or a replacement organization related to the historic site.

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