A. The Corporation is a nonprofit organization incorporated and operated exclusively for charitable
and educational purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
of 1986, as amended (the “Code”) (all references to sections of the Code include the
corresponding provision of any subsequent federal tax law).
B. In furtherance of the foregoing purposes, the Corporation has all powers granted to a corporation
under the Laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the power to do all things necessary,
proper, and consistent with maintaining its tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Code
and its qualification to receive contributions deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Code.
C. No part of the net earnings of the Corporation may inure to the benefit of or be distributed to any
director, employee, or other individual, partnership, estate, trust, or corporation having a personal
or private interest in the Corporation.
D. No substantial part of the activities of the Corporation may be devoted to the carrying on of
propaganda or otherwise attempting to influence legislation in a manner or to an extent that
would disqualify the Corporation for tax exemption under section 501(c)(3) of the Code. The
Corporation shall not “participate in or intervene in (including the publishing or distributing of
statements) any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public
office” within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Code.
E. Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Articles of Incorporation, the Corporation shall not
carry on any activity not permitted to be carried on by: (1) a corporation exempt from federal
income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Code; or (2) a corporation contributions to which are
deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Code.

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The purpose of the Congolese Catholic Association of Kentucky is to support and empower orphans, people with disabilities, widows, the elderly, women who are victims of sexual abuse, and other vulnerable people in Congo and Kentucky, in order to meet their basic needs and help them better provide for themselves, and ultimately, to give back to the community. The ACCK aims to improve the quality of life and expand opportunities for disadvantaged residents of Lexington and the surrounding communities of Kentucky and the DRC, particularly the elderly and low-income neighbors, by developing inclusive community gardens and practical mutual aid programs. Through hands-on training, wellness activities, and social connections, we enable participants to develop their skills, strengthen their health, and enjoy a supportive environment that promotes dignity and economic stability.