Terms of Use

Effective Date: September 30, 2024

Welcome to the Young 9 Foundation website (the “Site”), located at https://young9foundation.org/. The Site is provided by the Young 9 Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

 

1. Acceptance of Terms 

Your access to and use of the Site is subject to these Terms, as well as all applicable laws and regulations. We may change these Terms from time to time without notice. Your continued use of the Site indicates your acceptance of any changes to these Terms.

 

2. Privacy Policy 

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices.

 

3. Use of Site 

The Site and its contents are intended solely for personal, non-commercial use. You may view, download, and print content from the Site for your personal use only. You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, or otherwise exploit the content for any commercial purpose without our prior written permission.

 

4. Donations and Fundraising 

a. Donations. The Young 9 Foundation accepts donations through the Site to support its mission and programs. By making a donation, you acknowledge that you are authorized to use the payment method provided and that the information you provide is accurate. All donations are final and non-refundable unless otherwise required by applicable law.

b. Tax-Deductibility. The Young 9 Foundation currently operates under the fiscal sponsorship of the Edward Charles Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Donations made to the Young 9 Foundation through this fiscal sponsorship may be tax-deductible. We recommend consulting with a tax professional regarding the tax implications of your donation.

c. Use of Funds. All donations will be used to support the programs and initiatives of the Young 9 Foundation as outlined on the Site. We reserve the right to allocate funds in a manner that best supports our mission, including administrative costs, unless the donation is specifically designated for a particular program or initiative.

d. Third-Party Fundraising Platforms. The Young 9 Foundation may use third-party platforms to facilitate donations. These platforms may have their own terms and conditions and privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. We are not responsible for the practices of these third-party platforms.

 

5. Fundraising Campaigns 

The Site may feature fundraising campaigns to support specific programs or initiatives. Participation in these campaigns is voluntary, and all contributions are subject to these Terms and any additional terms that may be posted in connection with a specific campaign.

 

6. User Submissions 

Any information or materials you submit to the Site, including personal information, feedback, suggestions, or other content (“Submissions”), shall be treated as non-confidential. By submitting such materials, you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free, and fully transferable right to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display your Submissions in any media.

 

7. Prohibited Conduct 

You agree not to engage in any of the following activities:

  • Use the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.

  • Interfere with the Site’s operation or attempt to access the Site’s systems.

  • Upload or transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code.

  • Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.

 

8. Intellectual Property Rights 

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of the Young 9 Foundation or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content without our express permission.

 

9. Links to Third-Party Websites 

The Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Your use of such websites is at your own risk.

 

10. Compliance with Fundraising Regulations 

Young 9 Foundation complies with applicable state and federal fundraising regulations. By making a donation, you agree not to impose any restrictions on your contribution unless expressly agreed to in writing by the Foundation. We reserve the right to decline donations that do not comply with our policies or mission.

 

11. Disclaimer of Warranties 

THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT THE CONTENT IS ACCURATE OR RELIABLE.

 

12. Limitation of Liability 

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, YOUNG 9 FOUNDATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE SITE, YOUR DONATION, OR THESE TERMS.

 

13. Limitation of Liability for Donations 

Young 9 Foundation will make every effort to use donations in accordance with the mission and goals outlined on the Site. However, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages related to your donation, including but not limited to the tax-deductibility of your donation or the manner in which funds are ultimately used.

 

14. Indemnification 

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Young 9 Foundation and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or losses arising out of your use of the Site, your donation, or violation of these Terms.

 

15. Governing Law 

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Charlotte, North Carolina, for any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms.

 

16. Termination 

We reserve the right to terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.

 

17. Changes to Terms 

We may modify these Terms at any time, and such changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the new Terms.

 

18. Contact Us 

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at young9foundation@gmail.com.