Lisle is a Member Organization
Lisle Annual Meeting
Lisle Board
Lisle Board Spring Meeting
Board Members
Board By-Law Requirements
Lisle Budget
Giving to Lisle
Organization Information
Publications
Archive Holdings and Management
History of Units and Programs from 1936-the Present

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Lisle is a Member Organization

Lisle started offering intercultural programs in 1936. Since then, Lislers have continued to be active in the organization. These interested people are the reason that Lisle is alive today. Lisle is incorporated in New York as a non-profit educational organization.

The business office is located in Leander Texas. The Lisle Board directs the activities of the organization. An Annual Meeting is held, usually in the fall. We work hard to make sure that there are many reasons why people become and stay active in the organization. Lisle willingly involves all individuals who are committed to creating a world in which all individuals are treated with respect and equality. All individuals who have participated in a Lisle event are considered Lislers unless they request to be removed. Others who are interested in the work of Lisle may request to be considered a Lisler. The directory currently includes approximately 1500 individuals, of which about 300 are from outside of the United States.

All Lislers receive the Lisle Interaction which gives them reports on current happenings and information about other Lislers. Lislers come to board and Annual Meetings, they participate in special visits and activities, and they generously contribute to the finances of the organization. The participation of Lislers is what makes the organization a vibrant contributor to global intercultural understanding. Lislers from the early units often join the board during the meetings which are spread throughout the country to attract members to stay involved. Generally we have the Annual Meeting in the fall, and a spring meeting in Chicago.

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Lisle Annual Meeting

The Lisle Annual meeting for 2008 will be held in Austin TX, October 31 - November 2.

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Lisle Board

Lisle has a Board of Directors which meets twice yearly to conduct the business of the organization. These individuals are elected to three year terms during the Annual Meeting. Each year a "class" of candidates is considered for election so that approximately 1/3 of the board is new each year. If you are interested in running for a board position please contact the Lisle office. The board and its committees transact all of the business of the corporation either during the board meetings or by electronic collaboration.

Nominations for board membership are accepted by the Nominating committee of the board. Board members are elected during the Annual meeting each year. The organization is always interested in attracting individuals who are prepared to contribute to helping the organization fulfill on the vision of its founders.

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Board Meetings

The Lisle board usually meets twice each year. Once in the fall with the Annual Meeting sandwiched between, and once in the late winter/spring, usually in Chicago, IL. Click here for information about the next board meeting.

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Current Lisle Board Members

Click here for a list of current board members.

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Lisle Board of Directors

The Lisle board, according to the By-Laws serves as the governing body of Lisle. Click here for the full Bylaws. The By-Laws, starting with Article Five, say:

Article Five

Board of Directors

Current Board of directors

The Board of Directors shall consist of the persons named in the Certificate of Incorporation or their successors. The Board of Directors shall consist of not less than eleven nor more than thirty-six members so divided into classes that the terms, as nearly as possible of one third of them shall expire each year. At each Annual Meeting of the Corporation the precise number of Board members for the ensuing year shall be determined within these limits.
The members of the Board of Directors shall enter upon the performance of their duties immediately following the Annual Meeting, and shall continue in office until their successors are duly elected and qualified.
The Board of Directors shall have the power to fill, for the unexpired term, any vacancy occurring among its members or officers.
At least 60 days prior to the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors shall name a Nominating Committee, which shall prepare and present to the Annual Meeting nominations of persons who shall succeed the Directors whose terms have expired.
Five Directors shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of all business of the corporation; and the action or vote of a majority of Directors present at any duly called meeting shall constitute the action of the Board.
The Board of Directors shall have the power to appoint an Executive Committee as provided in Article Seven.
The Board of Directors shall have general charge and supervision of the affairs and business of the corporation and shall exercise all rights, powers and privileges thereof, subject to the by-laws of the corporation. It shall have general charge of, and supervision over, all properties belonging to the corporation, and in its judgment and discretion may make proper investment thereof; and it may buy and sell property, real or personal.
Each Director shall serve on at least one Board Committee.
Directors are expected to adhere to Board policies regarding attendance and service on committees.

Article Six

Officers

At the first regular meeting of the Board of Directors following the Annual Meeting, the following officers shall be elected from the members of the Board of Directors.

President, whose duty it shall be to call meetings of the Board as deemed necessary. Meetings shall usually be held three times a year but no less than two yearly. The President shall also call meetings upon a written request of one-third (1/3) of the members of the Board and shall preside at all meetings of the Board and at the Annual Meeting of the Corporation and perform such other duties as the Board shall from time to time direct.
Vice-President , whose duty it shall be to perform the duties of the president in case of that person's absence or incapacity, and also perform such other duties as the Board shall from time to time direct.
Secretary, whose duty it shall be to record the minutes of all meetings of the Board, Annual Meeting, and Executive Committee and send proper notices of all such meetings.
Treasurer, under the direction of the Board of Directors, shall be responsible for the funds of the corporation. The Treasurer or other persons designated by the Board of Directors shall disburse the funds of this corporation taking proper vouchers for such disbursements and shall make a complete and accurate report of the finances of this Corporation at each annual meeting of the corporation or at any time, upon request, to the Board of Directors.

Executive Director

The Board of Directors shall have the power to designate one of its members, or any member of the Corporation, as Executive Director of the corporation who shall have the responsibility to manage and conduct the affairs of the Corporation, subject to the power of the Board of Directors; and whose duties shall be to coordinate the various activities and departments of the corporation.

Salaries

The officers, agents or employees of the Corporation shall receive such salary or compensation as may be determined by the Board of Directors, or the Executive Committee; and the fact that any officer, agent or employee is a Director shall not preclude these persons from receiving a salary or compensation, or from voting upon a resolution providing the same.

Article Seven

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee shall be comprised of the officers of the Corporation and any other persons designated by the Board of Directors. The duties of the Executive Committee shall be to carry on the work of the Corporation during the period between meetings of the Board. The President shall have the duty of calling meetings of the Executive Committee as deemed necessary or as requested by the Board of Directors.

Article Eight

Committees

The President shall have the power, immediately following the Annual Meeting, and after due consultation with the Executive Committee to name members for the following committees:

Program
Nominations and Board Development
Publicity and Recruitment
Finance
Such other committees as the Board may deem necessary from time to time

After these committees have been appointed and constituted, they shall be responsible for their respective duties, and shall report to the Executive Committee and Board from time to time as the circumstances may require.

Lisle Budget

The Lisle Board establishes an annual budget. For 2006/7 and 2007-8, the annual budgets are as follows. 2006 is included for comparison.

2008
	2006/2007	2007/2008
	2006/7 Budget	2007/8 Budget
INCOME
Membership Dues	$16,000.00	$12,000.00
Interest from investments	$4,500.00	$9,200.00
Miscellaneous Sales	$500.00	$200.00
TOTAL FUNDS RECEIVED	$21,000.00	$21,400.00

Grants Awarded	$9,900	$11,000.00
EXPENSES
Board of Directors	$2,000.00	$2,000.00
Business Office/Texas	$2,500.00	$2,300.00
Dues, Fees		$500.00
Membership&Fundraising	$5,000.00	$4,500.00
Property Tax	$500.00	$900.00
Telephone	$600.00	$500.00
TOTAL FUNDS SPENT	$11,100.00	$10,400.00
	---------------	---------------
Net Ordinary Income	$0.00	$0.00

Special Events

From time to time Lisle plans special events. For information about what special events are currently planned, please call the Lisle office at 800-477-1538 or email to lisle2@io.com.

Lisle is planning a trip to India, January 8-23, 2008 to visit two sites where Mini-Grant projects have been held. Come join us. Contact the Lisle office for more information.

Publications

Lisle Publications are published on a regular basis.

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Photo Gallery

We have a number of sets of photos on our site from the activities of the organization over time. Click the link to see the available photo galleries.

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Message Board

One of the Lisle board members is working on implementing a listserv for Lislers. Should you be interested in knowing the status of the effort, please contact the Lisle office.

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Getting Involved

There are many ways to get involved with Lisle. For specific recommendations or to express your interest, please contact the Lisle office.

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Unit Lists

Lisle is working on a complete listing of units (or programs) which have been offered since 1936. You can use the following link to access the most complete listing of Lisle Units

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