RenLUG is a 501(c)(3) organization.
RenLUG will gladly provide its Internal Revenue forms 990 or 990-N, 990-T, 1023 or 1023-EZ and 5227, bylaws, conflict of interest policy, and required financial statements to the general public or to voting members as legally required for inspection free of charge. If the item you are looking for is not linked here, simply contact us and ask for it.
Let’s Build Something Great Together.
Mission Statement
RenLUG is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where AFOLs can come together to share their passion for LEGO®, inspire one another, and contribute positively to their communities through creativity, imagination, and cooperation, to include LEGO® displays at conventions and in our community and by hosting events and workshops for the public.
Vision Statement
RenLUG envisions a vibrant Central Florida community where adult LEGO® enthusiasts in Seminole, Orange, and Lake Counties connect, inspire, and build together, fostering creativity, friendship, and lifelong passion, united by creativity, innovation, and inclusivity.
Purpose
RenLUG is a nonprofit corporation and shall be operated exclusively for educational and charitable purposes within the meaning or Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or corresponding section of any future Federal tax code.
The purpose of RenLUG shall be to serve as an organization of Adult Fans of Lego who educate the community, children and adults, in designing with mathematically based media that inspires STEM education, social and critical thinking skills, artistic creativity and dexterity, via public events and outreach.
Bylaws
Voting members are entitled to receive a copy of the corporation’s bylaws under Florida law. Just ask, and we’ll be glad to email you a PDF copy. You’ll also automatically receive the bylaws (and any proposed changes) before each quarterly meeting.
Much like the fabled “Book of Love,” they are long and a boring… but important! Remember, you were required to read them (and pass a short test) before becoming a voting member, and it’s a good idea to review them again before each quarterly meeting.
Conflict of Interest Policy
Just ask and we will be glad to send you a pdf copy.
Disclosure of Financial Information with the General Public
RenLUG will provide, free of charge and upon request, the following documents to the general public and/or voting members as legally required or appropriate: IRS Forms 1023 or 1023-EZ (application for tax exemption) and our IRS determination letter, Annual IRS Forms 990, 990-EZ, or 990-N for the most recent three years, Form 990-T (if applicable), Bylaws (to voting members), Conflict of interest policy and internal financial statements (to voting members or at the board’s discretion). Some documents, such as IRS Form 5227, are generally not applicable to our organization but will be provided if filed and requested.
DONATE
RenLUG strives to engage and collaborate with our local community in meaningful ways. Donations go towards supporting quality LEGO® art displays at events in our community, Brick Renaissance Events, Brick Quest Challenges, STEM Adventures educational enrichment programs, volunteering, and more.
Please consider making a donation to RenLUG help keep our costs down, so we can continue to provide and expand these encounters! Make your donation via the PayPal Button. Thank you for your support!
Corporate Records & Public Disclosures
Renaissance Lego User Group, Inc. is a Florida not-for-profit corporation and an AFOL (Adult Fans of LEGO®) user group.
We maintain certain corporate and tax records as required by law. Here’s what is available to different groups under Florida and federal law:
General Public
As a federally tax-exempt organization under IRS § 501(c)(3),
we make the following documents available for public inspection and copying upon request, in accordance with IRS public disclosure requirements (IRC § 6104):
- Our original application for tax-exempt status (Form 1023 or Form 1023-EZ), including all supporting documents and attachments
- The IRS determination letter confirming our tax-exempt status
- Our annual IRS filings (Form 990, Form 990-EZ, or Form 990-N) for the most recent three years, including all required schedules and attachments
- Form 990-T (Unrelated Business Income Tax Return), if applicable and filed, for the most recent three years
These documents are provided free of charge online for inspection; reasonable copying and postage fees may apply for physical copies.
Voting Members of the Corporation
In accordance with Florida Statutes § 617.1602, voting members of Renaissance Lego User Group, Inc. have the right to inspect and copy the following records, with at least 5 business days’ written notice and a proper purpose:
- Articles of incorporation and all amendments
- Bylaws and all amendments
- Minutes of meetings of members, board of directors, and committees (for at least the last three years)
- A list of current directors and officers and their business addresses
- Appropriate accounting records
- The most recent annual report filed with the Florida Department of State
- Membership list (names and addresses of voting members)
Requests should be submitted in writing to the Secretary of the corporation.
RenLUG AFOL Club Members (Non-voting Members)
Members of our LEGO® User Group who do not have voting rights under the corporate bylaws do not have automatic legal rights to inspect internal corporate records under Florida law.
However, our board may share general organizational updates and information at its discretion, which are typically provided to all club members through our newsletter following each quarterly meeting.
Questions?
For more information about your rights to access corporate records, please contact us.
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