This guidance is designed to assist New York charitable not-for-profit corporations that have assets and are planning to dissolve. Step 1: The board of directors adopts a plan of dissolution (a plan).See Appendix B for a sample plan. Carry out the liquidation and dissolution of the Corporation; and it is further. The New York State Unified Court System offers free instruction booklets and forms for people starting a divorce. A board resolution template provides guidance when creating resolutions, streamlining the process for greater efficiency. This packet is designed so that you may be able to represent yourself and complete your divorce without an attorney. This is an out-of-court process that does not require a court order. There can be a lot more to think about than just ending the marriage and filling out court papers. Second Revision: March 1994.