Legal Disclaimer

3/18/2025

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These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website, services, donations, and any other activities related to The Helping Hearts Foundation ("we," "us," "our," or "The Foundation"). By accessing our website, making a donation, volunteering, or using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

1. General Information

The Helping Hearts Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to uplift and empower individuals and communities by providing support, resources, and opportunities to those in need. These Terms govern your relationship with the Foundation when engaging in any of our services, including but not limited to donations, volunteering, and use of our website.

2. Eligibility

• By using our website or engaging with our services, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a legal guardian. If you are under the age of 18, you may only use our website or services with permission from a parent or guardian.

3. Use of Website and Services

• Personal Use Only: You agree to use our website and services for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not use the website for any unlawful purpose or to promote any activity that violates these Terms.

• Prohibited Activities: You agree not to:

  • Engage in any activity that violates applicable laws or regulations.

  • Post, upload, or transmit any harmful or offensive content, including viruses or malware.

  • Attempt to interfere with the operation of the website or gain unauthorized access to our systems or data.

4. Donations

• Making Donations: Donations to The Helping Hearts Foundation can be made via our website, events, or other authorized platforms. By making a donation, you agree to provide accurate and complete information, including your payment details and contact information.

• Payment Processing: All donations are processed securely by our third-party payment processor(s). We do not store sensitive payment information such as credit card details.

• Tax Deductibility: The Helping Hearts Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and donations may be tax-deductible as allowed by law. Please consult a tax professional for guidance on the tax implications of your donation.

• Non-refundable Donations: All donations made to The Helping Hearts Foundation are non-refundable, except in cases where required by law.

5. Volunteer Participation

• Volunteer Engagement: Volunteers must agree to abide by The Helping Hearts Foundation's guidelines and policies. Volunteers are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and act in the best interest of the organization and its mission.

• Background Checks: Depending on the nature of your volunteer role, a background check or other documentation may be required to ensure the safety and integrity of the Foundation's operations.

6. Intellectual Property

• Content Ownership: All content on our website, including logos, trademarks, text, images, videos, and other materials, is the property of The Helping Hearts Foundation or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

• Use of Content: You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content from our website without prior written permission from The Helping Hearts Foundation.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

• Privacy Policy: Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website or services. By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

• Data Security: We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information, but we cannot guarantee complete security of data transmitted over the internet.

8. Third-Party Links

• Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not under our control. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of any third-party sites. We encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies before engaging with them.

9. Limitation of Liability

• To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Helping Hearts Foundation and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of our website, services, or participation in our programs and events.

10. Indemnification

• You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Helping Hearts Foundation, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and volunteers from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of our services.

11. Termination of Access

• The Helping Hearts Foundation reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to our website or services at any time, without notice, for any reason, including if you violate these Terms.

12. Changes to Terms and Conditions

• We may update these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." You are encouraged to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates. Your continued use of our website and services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

13. Governing Law

• These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Louisiana, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Louisiana.

14. Dispute Resolution

• In the event of a dispute, both parties agree to attempt to resolve the matter amicably through informal negotiations. If a resolution cannot be reached, disputes will be settled through binding arbitration or mediation, as determined by The Helping Hearts Foundation.