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Association Forum Whistleblower Policy

Audio Release Form (Illinois Academy of Family Physicians)

Permission to record/permission to tape form used by AIFP.

Audit Policy (American Dietetic Association)

This policy ensures that the American Dietetic Association (ADA), American Dietetic Association Foundation (ADAF), Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) and Dietetic Practice Groups (DPG) financials are reviewed, on an annual basis, by an independent certified public accounting firm.

Budget Amendment Policy (International Carwash Association)

This document is the policy and procedures for amending the annual budget of the International Carwash Association.

Budget Policy (American Dietetic Association)

Policy and procedures related to the preparation and maintenance of ADA's annual budget.

Bylaws (American Dental Hygienists’ Association)

ADHA's bylaws contain sections regarding the selection and service of officers, committee structure, etc.

Bylaws (Association Forum of Chicagoland)

These are the bylaws governing the Association Forum of Chicagoland. They include information about membership and governance structure, etc.

CAE Orientation - So You Want to be a Certified Association Executive

This presentation is used by the Association Forum’s CAE Working Group to inform candidates about the CAE certification. It contains information regarding certification requirements, the application process and study groups.

CEO Sample Agreement (Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg)

This document is a sample CEO agreement created by Forum's legal counsel, Neal Gerber & Eisenberg. The sample does a good job of laying out the elements that should be considered when negotiating a CEO Agreement.

Call for Faculty Members (Illinois Academy of Family Physicians)

Fax-back form calling for IAFP faculty members.

Capital Fund Policy (International Carwash Association)

ICA's Board of Directors established the Capital Fund in order to designate assets of the Association for future expenditure. The establishment of the Capital Fund allowed the Board of Directors to “earmark” a portion of it’s “net assets” for investment in future programs, products and services.

Certified Dental Assistant Guide (Dental Assisting National Board)

This certification guide is used by candidates for CDA certification. It contains information regarding testing formats and sites, certification requirements, application statements, special accommodations form, and a very detailed application.

Certified Dental Practice Management Administrator (Dental Assisting National Board)

This certification guide is used by candidates for CDPMA certification. It contains information regarding testing formats and sites, fee structure, eligibility requirements, special accommodations form, and a detailed application.

Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse Candidate Handbook and Application (American Board of Neuroscience Nursing)

This document contains the materials required to achieve the CNRN designation including: eligibility requirements, revocation of certification, denial of application and appeal process, frequently asked questions, and an examination matrix.

Certified Orthodontic Assistant Guide (Dental Assisting National Board)

This certification guide is used by candidates for COA certification. It contains information regarding testing formats and sites, component exams, fee structure, eligibility requirements, special accommodations form, improper behavior, and a detailed application.

Chapter Guidebook (American College of Surgeons)

This extensive chapter manual includes all the information that ACS chapters need for start-up and day-to-day operations.

Code of Ethics (Illinois Farm Bureau)

This document includes valuable samples and information for an organization that is trying to create or revise a code of ethics.

Committee Evaluation - Chair (Association Forum of Chicagoland)

Board liaisons use this form to evaluate the performance of committee/task force chairs.

Committee Evaluation - Experience (Association Forum of Chicagoland)

Committee/task force members use this form to evaluate their experience as a Forum volunteer.

Committee Evaluation - Volunteer (Association Forum of Chicagoland)

Committee/task force chairs and board liaisons use this form to evaluate the participation of volunteers.

Confidentiality and Duality Interest Statement and Agreement for the Board of Directors

American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Conflict of Interest Statement

Conflict of Interest Policy and Disclosure Form

Officers and directors of not-for-profit corporations have fiduciary obligations to the organization and its members under not-for-profit and general corporate law.

Conflict of Interest Statement and Disclosure Statement (Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics)

This document contains both a list of expectations of members of ICAAP in regard to conflicts of interest.

Credit Policy (American Dietetic Association)

This document contains ADA's policy regarding acceptance of credit card payment for products and programs.

E-Mail Policy (Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg)

This policy is basically a statement of the CAN-SPAM rules and affirms the association's intent to abide by the law.

Employee Handbook (AFSM International)

AFSMI's Employee Handbook contains standard employee manual language and includes sample policies.

Employee Handbook (Air Movement and Control Association International)

In addition to the standard employee manual material, AMCAI's handbook includes samples of policies.

Employee Handbook (American Health Information Management Association)

AHIMA's Employee Handbook contains samples of standard language.

Executive Committee Expectation Statement (Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics)

This document describes the commitment and participation that the ICAAP expects of their top volunteers.

Expense Reimbursement Policy (International Carwash Association)

This policy statement includes expense reimbursement guidelines for board members attending annual meetings and for Officers, Committee and Task Force members, staff, and others for expenses related to the execution of their duties.

Financial Policy (American Dietetic Association)

ADA's financial policy is primarily a statement of their reserve policy.

Financial Policy (International Carwash Association)

Sections of ICA's financial policy statement include: budget, reporting, budget amendments, 5% rule, and unrealized gain or loss on investments.

Insurance Policy (American Dietetic Association)

This policy ensures that the American Dietetic Association (ADA), American Dietetic Association Foundation (ADAF), Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) have the appropriate types and levels of insurance to protect them from legal and financial risks.

Intergovernmental Agreement (Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy)

This document is both NIPSTA's bylaws and contract with its constituent agencies.

Investment Policy (American Dietetic Association)

This statement represents ADA's policy on investments including target asset mix.

Letter to CME (Continuing Medical Education) Directors (Illinois Academy of Family Physicians)

Sample of letter used by IAFP to promote sponsorship of CME courses at member sites.

Letter to Potential Faculty Member (Illinois Academy of Family Physicians)

This is a sample of the letter that IAFP sends to prospective faculty members.

Meeting Evaluation Form (Illinois Academy of Family Physicians)

Evaluation form used by IAFP.

Membership Renewal Process Samples

Samples of dues notices, advertisements and envelope.

Office Safety Preparedness Plan-Part 3 of 4 (American College of Healthcare Executives)

This is part three of four in ACHE's office safety manual.

Office Safety Manual (Association Forum)

The Association Forum's Office Safety Manual is designed to be an evolving document.

Office Safety Preparedness Plan-Part 1 of 4 (American College of Healthcare Executives)

This is part one of four in ACHE's office safety manual.

Office Safety Preparedness Plan-Part 2 of 4 (American College of Healthcare Executives)

This is part two of four in ACHE's office safety manual.

Office Safety Preparedness Plan-Part 4 of 4 (American College of Healthcare Executives)

This is part four of four in ACHE's office safety manual.

Personal/Professional Data Form (American Dental Hygienists’ Association)

This is the form that ADHA requires all volunteer leaders to complete and sign.

Recertification Application and Handbook (American Board of Neuroscience Nursing)

This handbook lists the re-certification requirements for the CNRN designation.

Renewal Letter (National Roofing Contractors Association)

This is an example of the cover letter that NRCA sends out with their renewal notices.

Resignation Survey (National Roofing Contractors Association)

This is a sample of the form that NRCA uses to track the reasons for member resignations.

Staff Policy and Procedures Manual (American Society of Home Inspectors)

In addition to policy and procedural information, ASHI's manual includes a number of very detailed job descriptions that may be useful as templates.

Volunteer Agreement and Conflict of Interest Statements (Association Forum of Chicagoland)

The Volunteer Agreement is intended to let individuals know what will be expected of them. The Conflict of Interest form provides assurance that all potential conflicts will be disclosed.