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Articles of Incorporation for a 501(c)(3) serve as the primary governing document for establishing a non-profit organization in Pakistan that intends to maintain compatibility with US tax-exempt status requirements. This document is essential when founding a charitable, educational, religious, or scientific organization that plans to operate under Pakistani law while potentially engaging with international donors or partners. It must be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan and should address both local compliance requirements and international best practices. The Articles establish the organization's charitable purpose, governance structure, asset management policies, and dissolution procedures, while ensuring alignment with Islamic principles where applicable. This document is particularly crucial for organizations seeking to build credibility with both Pakistani authorities and international stakeholders.

1. Name and Location: Official name of the organization and its registered office address in Pakistan

2. Purpose and Objectives: Detailed description of charitable, religious, educational, or scientific purposes, ensuring compliance with both Pakistani law and 501(c)(3) requirements

3. Non-Profit Declaration: Express declaration that the organization is non-profit and will not engage in activities for private gain

4. Powers and Activities: Enumeration of authorized activities and powers to achieve stated objectives

5. Membership: Classes of membership, if any, and rights of members

6. Board of Directors: Structure, composition, qualifications, and powers of the board

7. Officers: Roles, responsibilities, and appointment process for officers

8. Meetings: Procedures for board and member meetings, including quorum requirements

9. Financial Matters: Fiscal year, accounting practices, and financial management policies

10. Asset Management: Rules regarding property management and restriction on use of assets

11. Dissolution: Procedures for dissolution and distribution of assets to qualified charitable organizations

12. Amendments: Process for amending the Articles of Incorporation

13. Indemnification: Protection of directors, officers, and other authorized representatives