# Governance# Leadership# Charter
Board Governance Charter
Defining the structure, roles, and responsibilities of the Board of Directors.
Effective Date: January 1st, 2026
Organization: Friends of Delsuth Foundation
Purpose
This Charter defines the structure, roles, and responsibilities of the Board of Directors.
1Role of the Board
The Board provides strategic oversight, fiduciary responsibility, and governance leadership.
Responsibilities include:
- Approving strategic direction
- Ensuring financial accountability
- Overseeing executive leadership
- Safeguarding the organization's mission
2Composition
- The Board shall consist of [Insert Number] members
- Members serve [Insert Term Length]
- Diversity in expertise is encouraged, including healthcare, finance, legal, and community leadership
3Duties of Directors
Directors must:
- Act in good faith
- Exercise reasonable care
- Avoid conflicts of interest
- Uphold confidentiality
- Support fundraising and advocacy efforts
4Meetings
- The Board will meet at least [Insert Frequency] per year
- A quorum shall consist of [Insert Percentage or Number]
- Minutes will be recorded and maintained
5Committees
The Board may establish committees such as:
Finance and Audit Committee
Governance Committee
Fundraising Committee
Program Oversight Committee