Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before accessing or using the services provided by Golden West Humanitarian Foundation (“the Foundation”). These Terms govern your use of the Foundation’s website, www.goldenwesthf.org, and any related services (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the Services.

Use of Services

1.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement in your jurisdiction to use the Services. By accessing or using the Services, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

1.2 Compliance with Applicable Laws

You agree to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and third-party rights when using the Services. You are solely responsible for your conduct while using the Services.

1.3 Prohibited Activities

When using the Services, you agree not to:

1. a) Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights;
2. b) Use the Services in a manner that may interfere with or disrupt the functioning of the Services or the servers and networks connected to the Services;
3. c) Use the Services to transmit or distribute viruses, malware, or other malicious code;
4. d) Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Services or other user accounts;
5. e) Engage in any fraudulent or deceptive activities;
6. f) Harass, threaten, or harm others or infringe upon their privacy rights;
7. g) Use the Services for any unlawful, unethical, or inappropriate purposes.

2/ Intellectual Property Rights

2.1 Ownership

The Services and all associated content, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audiovisual materials, and software, are owned by the Foundation or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

2.2 Limited License

The Foundation grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Services for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms. You may not modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information, content, or materials obtained from the Services without the prior written consent of the Foundation.

3/ Donations and Contributions

3.1 Donation Terms

When making a donation or contribution through the Services, you agree to provide accurate and complete information and to authorize the payment for the donation amount specified. All donations are final and non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

3.2 Tax Deductibility

The Foundation is a 510(c)(3) tax-exempt organization based in California. Donations made to the Foundation may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. It is your responsibility to consult with a tax professional to determine the tax deductibility of your donation.

4/ Limitation of Liability

4.1 Disclaimer

The Foundation provides the Services on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While we strive to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and availability of the Services, we do not warrant that the Services will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free from viruses or other harmful components. You acknowledge and agree that your use of the Services is at your own risk.

4.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Foundation and its directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

5/ Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Foundation and its directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or in connection with your use of the Services, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of another person or entity.

6/ Modifications to the Services and Terms

The Foundation reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Services, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. The Foundation also reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time by posting the revised Terms on its website. Your continued use of the Services after such modifications will constitute your acceptance of the revised Terms.

7/ Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the use of the Services shall be exclusively brought in the state or federal courts located in California, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

8/ Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and the Golden West Humanitarian Foundation regarding the use of the Services and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, representations, and warranties, whether oral or written.

9/ Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding these Terms or the Foundation’s services, please contact us at:

Golden West Humanitarian Foundation

Address: GOLDEN WEST HUMANITARIAN FOUNDATION, 6355 TOPANGA CANYON BLVD, SUITE 517, WOODLAND HILLS, CA. 91367-2110

Email: media@goldenwesthf.org

Please note that these Terms and Conditions only apply to the Services provided by the Golden West Humanitarian Foundation and do not cover the terms of use or privacy practices of any third-party websites or services linked to or mentioned on our website