Introduction

 

Good governance is essential to fulfilling our mission.

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The Golden Crown Literary Society is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to operating with integrity, transparency, accountability, and respect for our community. Our Board of Directors and committees work together to ensure that GCLS remains financially responsible, mission-focused, and responsive to the needs of readers, writers, publishers, narrators, and literary professionals.

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​Board Responsibilities

 

​The Board of Directors is responsible for:

• Protecting the organization's mission

• Ensuring financial stewardship

• Establishing policies

• Approving strategic priorities

• Providing organizational oversight

• Supporting long-term sustainability

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Governance Documents

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Organizational Documents

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• Articles of Incorporation

• Bylaws

• IRS Determination Letter

• State Registration Information

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Policies

 

• Code of Conduct

• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Policy

• Conflict of Interest Policy

• Whistleblower Policy

• Document Retention and Destruction Policy

• Privacy Policy

• Social Media Policy

• Conference Attendance Eligibility & Right of Refusal Policy

• Photo & Media Consent Guidelines

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Strategic Direction

 

Strategic Priorities

1. Grow organizational capacity and visibility.

2. Foster a diverse, inclusive, welcoming community.

3. Deliver meaningful and sustainable events.

4. Expand educational opportunities.

5. Strengthen and elevate the Goldie Awards.

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Financial Transparency

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Financial Information

 

• GCLS on Candid (IRS Form 990 Filings)

 

​GCLS is committed to responsible stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. Financial reports are made available to demonstrate transparency and accountability to our community and supporters.

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Board Governance Practices

 

• Regular board meetings

• Committee structure

• Conflict-of-interest disclosures

• Annual board orientation and training

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Leadership & Committees

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Governance responsibilities are carried out by the Board of Directors and supported through standing committees focused on awards and the conference. Additional committees will be developed.

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GCLS Leadership

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Commitment to Community

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Our Commitment

GCLS exists to serve the sapphic literary community. We are committed to thoughtful governance, responsible stewardship, and decision-making that advances our mission while supporting the readers, writers, publishers, narrators, and literary professionals who make our community thrive.