General powers
- Statute:
- Illinois §103.10 · Act NP (General Not For Profit Corporation Act of 1986)
- Topic:
- Governance · Powers
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
Unless the articles limit them, a not-for-profit corporation has the listed powers: sue and be sued, make contracts, borrow, hold property, elect directors and officers. CPA §18.3 and CICAA overlay association-specific powers; where they conflict, the association statute wins.
📄 Read the official text at ilga.gov →
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- What does Illinois §103.10 require?
- Unless the articles limit them, a not-for-profit corporation has the listed powers: sue and be sued, make contracts, borrow, hold property, elect directors and officers. CPA §18.3 and CICAA overlay association-specific powers; where they conflict, the association statute wins.
- Who does Illinois §103.10 apply to?
- Illinois §103.10 applies to Nonprofit associations in Illinois.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §103.10?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Illinois community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Illinois §103.10?
- The official text is published by the Illinois General Assembly at ilga.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with General powers?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Illinois §103.10 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Illinois-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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