Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to UPLIFT HANDS ("Organization," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website [yourwebsite.org] (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.

2. About Our Organization

UPLIFT HANDS is a non-profit organization registered as a [501(c)(3)/charitable organization] under the laws of [Your State/Country]. Our mission is [briefly describe your mission].
Tax ID/EIN: [Your Tax ID Number]

3. Use of Our Website

You agree to use our Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon or restrict others’ use and enjoyment. Misuse, including attempts to breach security or perform unauthorized activities, is prohibited.

3.1 Permitted Use

  • Learning about our mission and programs
  • Making donations
  • Volunteering or applying for volunteer positions
  • Registering for events
  • Subscribing to newsletters

3.2 Prohibited Activities

  • Use the Site for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Harass, abuse, or harm other users
  • Collect user information without consent
  • Impersonate any person or entity
  • Interfere with the Site's operation
  • Use automated systems to access the Site without permission

4. Donations

Donations will be used to support our mission and programs. We reserve the right to redirect funds when necessary for operational needs or if a designated program is fully funded or discontinued.

4.1 Tax Deductibility

Donations to UPLIFT HANDS are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. We will provide tax receipts for donations as required by applicable regulations.

4.2 Donation Processing

  • All donations are processed securely through our payment processor
  • Donations are final and non-refundable except as required by law or in cases of processing errors
  • We reserve the right to refuse or return any donation

4.3 Recurring Donations

  • Recurring donations will be charged on the schedule you select
  • You may cancel recurring donations at any time by contacting us
  • We will notify you before making any changes to recurring donation amounts

4.4 Use of Funds

Donations will be used to support our mission and programs. While we make every effort to honor donor designations, we reserve the right to redirect funds when necessary for operational needs or if a designated program is fully funded or discontinued.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Content

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of UPLIFT HANDS or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without written permission.

5.3 User-Submitted Content

If you submit content to our Site (e.g., testimonials, comments, photos), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for our organizational purposes.

7. Volunteer Services

7.1 Volunteer Agreement

Volunteers must complete any required applications, background checks, and training. Volunteering does not create an employment relationship.

7.2 Volunteer Conduct

  • Follow organizational policies and procedures
  • Treat others with respect
  • Maintain confidentiality as required
  • Represent the organization professionally

8. Disclaimers

8.1 "As Is" Basis

THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

8.2 Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate information, we make no warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of information on the Site. Content may be updated without notice.

8.3 Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, UPLIFT HANDS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES RESULTING FROM:

  • Your use or inability to use the Site
  • Any unauthorized access to our servers
  • Any bugs, viruses, or similar harmful code
  • Any errors or omissions in Site content

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless UPLIFT HANDS, its directors, officers, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

11. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to our organization or other users.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of North Carolina / USA, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

UPLIFT HANDS
[Street Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Email: [contact@yourorganization.org]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]

Acknowledgment

By using this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.