Toolkit

MC Foundations

FTFM believes in promoting the success of law abiding motorcycle and riding clubs. We've spent more than a decade gathering advice from seasoned patch holders to create templates for new club and chapter upstarts. Feel free to build on any of the sample foundational documents below to safeguard your club from common pitfalls and to ensure that it thrives throughout the riding seasons.

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The First Six Months

Starting a new MC, or a new chapter of an existing MC, is a lot of work. Without proper safeguards, a club can fall apart before its first riding season is finished. Read FTFM's advice on how to help your club or chapter weather its first six months.

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Sample Bylaws

Writing bylaws can be the biggest headache of starting a riding organization — but it's also the most important document you'll create. Use our editable template to get moving.

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Codes of Conduct

Clubs are made of people; people are made of drama. Every club or chapter should agree on a code of conduct for members, prospects, and executive boards.

Executive Board

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Patch Holder

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