This template contains Bylaws of a California social purpose corporation, which are rules and regulations that govern the management and internal affairs of the corporation. This template includes practical guidance and drafting notes. This template provides a useful corporate procedure manual for officers, managers, directors, and counsel. The bylaws may establish rules in areas not otherwise covered by the California Corporations Code and may vary some rules in the Corporations Code. With the exception of specific clauses which detail requirements which arise solely by virtue of the fact that the entity has elected to become a social purpose corporation, the laws governing a social purpose corporation with respect to drafting bylaws are similar, and in some instances, identical to those found under the General Corporation Law and should be drafted in accordance with same. For additional information on forming a social purpose corporation in California, see Social Purpose Corporations ...