Governance

At Friends of the Springfield Armory, we are committed to integrity, accountability, and transparency in all that we do. As a philanthropic partner to the Springfield Armory National Historic Site, our work is grounded in strong governance practices and a shared mission to preserve, support, and enhance this nationally significant landmark.

This page provides access to the key documents that define our organizational structure, guide our collaborative efforts with the National Park Service, and ensure the responsible management of donations and resources.

Governance Documents

• Philanthropic Partnership Agreement
  Outlines our formal relationship and shared objectives with the National Park Service.

• Attachment A: Annual Work Plan
  Details the yearly goals, programs, and initiatives supported by the Friends.

• Attachment B: Donation Review Process
  Describes how incoming donations are reviewed and allocated in alignment with our mission.

• Attachment C: Donor Recognition Plan
  Establishes how we acknowledge and celebrate the generosity of our supporters.

• Attachment E: Articles of Incorporation
  The founding legal document establishing Friends of the Springfield Armory as a nonprofit entity.

• Attachment F: Bylaws (2021)
  Defines the governance structure, board responsibilities, and operating procedures of the organization.

• Attachment G: IRS Tax-Exemption Forms
  Includes documentation of our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

• Attachment H: Donation Box Agreement
  Outlines policies governing physical donation boxes located at the Armory site.

• Attachment I: Property Use and Occupancy Agreement
  Clarifies access and use of Armory facilities and space by the Friends.

• Attachment J: Intellectual Property Agreement
  Details the use and protection of branding, logos, and jointly developed content.