KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

That we, the undersigned, have this day associated ourselves for the purpose of forming a non-profit corporation under and pursuant to the laws of the State of Arizona and for that purpose do hereby adopt these Articles of Incorporation.

ARTICLE 1

The name of this corporation is the Tucson Area Wiccan\Pagan Network.

ARTICLE 2

The purpose for which this corporation is organized is the transaction of any or all lawful business for which non-profit corporations may be incorporated under the laws of the State of Arizona, as they may be amended from time to time. Said corporation is organized to promote communication, understanding, and goodwill among the individual members of the Wiccan and Pagan religious communities and, in addition, between those members and the general public. One important task is to educate the uninformed as to the true nature of our religions, as a means to counter prejudice and fear. Our goal is to build a spiritual network based on a love and reverence for Nature. We honor all Goddesses and Gods as valid to those who revere them, and we strive to provide a meeting point for individuals seeking others of like mind. Diversity is welcomed. Each member is expected to harm none while on his/her chosen path. We promote respect for Mother Earth and all Her children (humans, animals, plants, etc.), environmental concerms, and a striving for balance and responsibility in our lives.

ARTICLE 3

Leadership of this organization is guided by consensus. While private conferences of the directors may be conducted for brainstorming, important issues must be discussed with the general membership at an open meeting. Decisions are reached openly after consideration of suggestions from members present. Meetings are held monthly at the cauldronlucks, in addition to the annual meeting during Fall Festival.

ARTICLE 4

Said corporation is organized exclusively for educational and charitable purposes within the meaning of Sections 501 (c) (3) of the Revenue Code of 1954.

ARTICLE 5

No part of the net earnings of the corporation shall inure to the benefit of , or be distributable to its members, directors, officers, or other private persons, except that the corporation shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in Article 3rd hereof. There will be no carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the corporation shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of these articles, this corporation shall not, except to an insubstantial degree, engage in any activities or exercise any powers that are not in furtherance of the purposes of this corporation.

ARTICLE 6

Upon the dissolution of the corporation, assets shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed to the federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by the Court of Common Pleas of the county in which the principal office of the corporation is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes.

ARTICLE 7

The name and address of the initial statutory agent of the corporation is Richard Dean King.

ARTICLE 8

The initial Board of Directors shall consist of seven (7) directors. The number of persons to serve on the Board of Directors shall be no less than three (3) and no more than seven (7). The persons who are to serve as Directors until the first annual meeting or until their successors are elected and qualified are:

Carol Garr, 2343 W. Old Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85746
Evelyn Conner, 6816-B Lightning Dr., Tucson, AZ 85708
Ashleen Fariss, 2117 E. Jason Vista, Tucson, AZ 85713
Caryl Stowe-Kripner, 2052 W. Tourney, Tucson, AZ 85713
Pat Jarret, 3800 S. Harrison Rd., Tucson, AZ 85710
Ken Girard, 5802 E. 31st St., Tucson, AZ 85711
Cathy Mackie, 4120 E. Dryden Lane, Tucson, AZ 85712

ARTICLE 9

The names and addresses of the original incorporators of the corporation are:

Carol Garr, 2343 W. Old Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85746
Lee Lindsay, 3344 E. Kleindale Rd. #43, Tucson, AZ 85716
Richard King, 3310 E. Mescalero Dr., Vail, AZ 85641

ARTICLE 10

The principal place of business shall be
P. 0. Box 482, Tucson, AZ 85702.

ARTICLE 11

The annual meeting of the corporation shall be held on the Saturday closest to the Fall equinox each year.

ARTICLE 12

The fiscal year end for this corporation is December 31st.

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