Not-for-profits exist to advance the purpose or purposes for which they were established, commonly called the objects, in the constitution. Whilst mission statements and strategic plans may be more directly actionable than the objects, the objects are paramount and overriding. If your objects are verbose and less relevant as your association develops, revise them by amending your constitution in line with what you are trying to achieve. However, objects are a key factor in determining tax status so be cautious in the outcome... more