Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless

Organizational By-Laws

Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless (WCH)
907 Campbell Avenue
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 634-8499

ARTICLE I — NAME

The name of this organization shall be Wyoming Coalition for the Homeless, hereafter referred to as WCH.

WCH is a non-profit organization formed for charitable and educational purposes and is incorporated under the laws of the State of Wyoming.

ARTICLE II — PURPOSE

The purpose of WCH is to:

• Decrease the incidence of homelessness

• Improve the quality of services available to people experiencing homelessness

• Promote systemic change

• Address the institutional roots of homelessness

These goals will be accomplished through education, advocacy, direct services, and resource development.

ARTICLE III — BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Section 1 — Responsibilities

The Board of Directors is responsible for:

• Policy making

• Organizational planning

• Supervising administration and fiscal affairs

• Approving the annual operating budget

• Establishing rules and regulations for conducting WCH business

The Board may delegate duties and authority to officers, agents, or employees when necessary.

Section 2 — Board Composition

The Board of Directors shall consist of no fewer than three (3) and no more than eleven (11) members.

• Terms of service are a minimum of three years

• Members in good standing may continue serving after their term

• Vacancies may be filled by vote of the Board

Section 3 — Representation

The Board should include representation from diverse areas of the community, including:

• Community leaders

• Individuals with administrative or financial experience

• Minority representatives

• Individuals with lived experience of homelessness

Section 4 — Compensation

Board members serve voluntarily and receive no compensation. Board members may not profit from WCH transactions or information gained through their position.

Section 5 — Expectations of Board Members

Board members are expected to:

• Attend at least 75% of scheduled meetings

• Respond to emails, texts, or correspondence in a timely manner

Section 6 — Attendance

Any Board member with three consecutive unexcused absences from regular meetings shall be automatically removed from the Board.

An unexcused absence is defined as:

• No call

• No notice

• Failure to provide at least two hours notice prior to the meeting.

Section 7 — Removal or Resignation

If necessary, the Board may request the resignation of a member or vote to remove them.

• Resignations must be submitted in writing

• Notice must be given 10 days prior to Board action

• Any property belonging to WCH must be returned upon resignation or removal.

Section 8 — Executive Director

The Board of Directors is responsible for hiring and terminating the Executive Director.

The Executive Director:

• Serves as the Administrative and Program Officer

• Oversees day-to-day operations

• May hire and terminate additional employees with Board approval

• Maintains staff job descriptions within the WCH continuity book or website.

Section 9 — Complaints

Anyone with a complaint regarding WCH operations should:

1. First discuss the concern with the Executive Director.

2. If unresolved, submit the complaint in writing addressed to the Board.

3. The Board may review the matter and conduct interviews if necessary.

Unsigned complaints or rumors will not be considered.

ARTICLE IV — OFFICERS

Section 1 — Officer Positions

The officers of WCH shall be:

• Chairperson

• Vice Chairperson

• Secretary

• Treasurer

Officers are elected at the Annual Meeting and may serve multiple terms.

Section 2 — Financial Authority

The Chairperson, Treasurer, and Executive Director shall be authorized signers on WCH bank accounts.

Section 3 — Financial Oversight

The Treasurer shall review monthly financial documents including:

• Financial statements

• Check register

• Bank statements

• Donation lists

Documents must be:

• Reviewed

• Signed

• Dated

• Returned to the Executive Director for filing.

ARTICLE V — COMMITTEES

Section 1 — Committee Appointments

The Chairperson may appoint standing committees with Board approval.

Section 2 — Executive Committee

The Executive Committee consists of:

• The four elected officers

• Two at-large Board members elected at the Annual Meeting

Section 3 — Nomination Committee

At least two months before the Annual Meeting, the Chairperson shall appoint a committee to present candidates for:

• Vacant Board positions

• Officer positions

ARTICLE VI — MEETINGS

Section 1 — Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting shall be held each January.

The Board shall meet at least quarterly, or more often if necessary.

Section 2 — Quorum

A quorum shall consist of three Board members.

Members with excused absences may vote by proxy.

Section 3 — Voting Between Meetings

If necessary, the Chairperson may poll the Board by phone or email between meetings.

Section 4 — Meeting Agenda

Board meeting agendas shall include:

• Approval of minutes

• Treasurer's financial report

• Committee reports

• Old business

• New business

• General discussion

Section 5 — Meeting Minutes

Meeting minutes shall be distributed to Board members and the Executive Director within 10 days of the meeting.

ARTICLE VII — NON-DISCRIMINATION

WCH shall not discriminate in services, hiring, or volunteer opportunities based on:

• Race

• Color

• Religion

• Age

• Sex

• Disability

• Family status

• National origin

ARTICLE VIII — AMENDMENTS

These by-laws may be amended by majority vote of the Board, provided the Board receives two weeks advance notice of proposed changes.

ARTICLE IX — DISSOLUTION

If WCH dissolves, its assets shall be distributed to another 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization selected by the Board of Directors.

No assets may be distributed to individual members.

Adopted January 10, 2026
 

Board of Directors

• Mary Lee Dixon

• Robert Korber

• Amy Mavy

• Flo Beville

• Kelly Harry

• Darlyn Tucker

• Kerry Quinn