The Collegiate Archery Program is making moves to establish itself as a 503(c)(3) entity, gaining financial independence and self governance from the USA Archery board.
The governance issue was initiated because of a threat to the autonomy of the CAP. And the 501(c)(3) option became more attractive due to the manner that CAP’s Easton Grant has been managed by USAA. The CAP Board did not make this decision lightly or in a vacuum. The CAP Board has been working on the issue for eight months. And in order to ensure that the interests of the membership were addressed, the CAP Board contacted half of the CAP clubs to solicit their feedback on the subject. All polled clubs support the 501(c)(3) approach.
There are definitely lots of details and ins and outs here. It’s concerning to see stress between our two [two of our] archery entities in the United States. I’m hoping that this issue is resolved satisfactorily. We need strong archery systems, and the CAP program is essential in helping to spread this great sport.
Read more here:
CAP Statement on 501(c)(3) Status
Edited: 8/6/2008 for clarification in end paragraph as noted.
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College Archery
August 6th, 2009 at 10:05 am
This is incorrect (CAP seeking distance) . College Archery, by its 1971 Charter IS autonomous. CAP is seeking to protect the autonomy and self-governance of the program by having a 501c3. CAP seeks a strong relationship with USAA. Many state affiliations have a 501c3 yet they are part of USAA and they are not ‘separate’ or ‘seeking distance.’ The CAP handbook, available at http://www.uscollegiatearchery.org clearly outlines the structure of governance of college archery that has been successful since its inception in 1966.