Clan Campbell Society (North America)

Principles of Good Governance

The Clan Campbell Society (North America) is committed to the highest standards of nonprofit management. To ensure the longevity of our heritage and the trust of our members, the Board of Trustees and Executive Council adhere to these foundational principles:

1. Mission & Programmatic Oversight The Board ensures that the Society’s activities remain consistent with our original 1927 CCAA charitable and educational mandate. We are committed to the effective use of resources to further our long-term mission of preserving and promoting Clan Campbell heritage, history, DNA and genealogical research for future generations.

2. Fiduciary Responsibility Leadership acts as dedicated stewards of the Society’s assets, maintaining rigorous financial oversight. We ensure continuous compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, specifically those governing our jurisdiction of incorporation, to protect the Society’s tax-exempt status and financial health.

3. Conflict of Interest & Ethics The Board maintains a robust ethical culture, ensuring all decisions are made solely in the best interest of the Society. This is upheld through a formal, strictly enforced Conflict of Interest Policy required of all officers, directors, and key volunteers to prevent personal or professional gain from influencing organizational decisions.

4. Transparency & Accountability The Society provides members with full, accurate information regarding its governance and operations. This includes the timely reporting of membership votes and the transparent use of established procedures for urgent or extraordinary administrative matters, ensuring that leadership remains answerable to the kinsmen we serve.

5. Governance Integrity We maintain perpetual "Good Standing" through professional registered representation and consistent adherence to our Bylaws and the IRS regulatory framework. By prioritizing organizational stability over individual roles, we ensure the Society remains a permanent and professionally managed institution.

Source: Adapted from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Governance and Related Topics for 501(c)(3) Organizations.

Governance

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - AGM Locations

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - AGM Minutes

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Board & Leadership

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Bylaws

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Certificate of Incorporation

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Conflict of Interest Policy

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Copyright Notice

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Document Retention & Destruction Policy

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Executive Compensation Policy

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Heritage & Succession: From 1927 to 2026

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Mission Statement

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Privacy Policy

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Records & Privacy Policy (Genealogy & DNA Research)

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Terms and Conditions

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Transparency

Clan Campbell Society (North America) - Whistleblower Protection Policy

Join Us!

Clan Campbell Society (N.A.)

Membership benefits include:

– A subscription to our award winning 60 page quarterly magazine, "The Journal"

– Research access to our 250,000 member genealogical database via our Genealogist

– You will receive a vote in the annual elections for members of the Clan Campbell Society (NA) Executive Council

– A subscription to a monthly eNewsletter with color pictures and events information

– Free entry to Cawdor Castle, ancestral home of the Earl Cawdor, during regular open times (with valid membership card)

– Free entry to Inveraray Castle, home of the Duke of Argyll Chief of Clan Campbell, during regular open times (with valid membership card)

Membership is open to all Campbells, Campbell septs, those married to a Campbell or Campbell Sept, those descended from Clan Campbell, and to those interested in learning about the Clan Campbell, Scottish history and culture, and who acknowledge Mac Cailein Mòr as their Clan Chief, as he is the Chief of Clan Campbell, the greatest family in all of Scotland! (We're a "wee bit" biased.)

Remember, those who get the most out of being a member of the Clan Campbell Society... are those who participate. We welcome you as our kinsmen to join us in our many activities.

To become a member, complete the online registration, or for manual submissions, send in a paper Membership Application with a check.