1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By accessing, browsing, or using https://globalnotlocalcares.org (the “Website”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, as well as our Privacy Policy.

Global Not Local Cares, Inc. (“we,” “us,” “our”) reserves the right to modify, update, or discontinue these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

2. USE OF WEBSITE

2.1 Permitted Use

You may use this Website for lawful purposes that support our nonprofit mission, including:

• Learning about our programs: Family Resource Hub, Youth Mentorship, Emergency Fund
• Making donations: Financial contributions to support our community outreach
• Volunteering: Applying to volunteer or participate in our programs
• Contacting us: Inquiring about services, partnership opportunities, or general information
• Reading resources: Accessing educational content, blog posts, and impact stories

2.2 Prohibited Activities

• Illegal Activities: Using the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any local, state, national, or international law
• Hacking or Security Breaches: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our servers, databases, or any connected networks
• Data Scraping: Using automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to extract data from the Website without written permission
• Malware Distribution: Uploading viruses, malware, or any malicious code that could harm our systems or users
• False Representation: Misrepresenting your affiliation with us or impersonating our staff, volunteers, or partners
• Spamming: Sending unsolicited bulk emails or messages using our contact forms or communication channels
• Harassment: Using the Website to harass, threaten, or abuse any individual or organization
• Intellectual Property Infringement: Copying, reproducing, or distributing our content without proper authorization

3. DONATIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

3.1 Tax-Deductible Donations

All donations to Global Not Local Cares, Inc. are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. We are a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization (EIN: 92-2518739).

• Donation Receipts: We will issue official tax receipts for all contributions via email within 7 business days
• IRS Compliance: Receipts comply with IRS requirements for charitable contribution deductions
• Donor Records: We maintain accurate records of all donations as required by federal and state law

3.2 Donation Policy

3.3 Payment Processing

We use third-party payment processors (PayPal, Stripe) to securely handle donation transactions. By making a donation, you agree to the terms of service of these payment processors.

• Security: All transactions are encrypted using SSL/TLS technology
• PCI Compliance: Our payment processors are PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant
• Data Privacy: We do not store your credit card information on our servers

3.4 Recurring Donations

If you set up a recurring donation:

• You authorize us to charge your payment method automatically on the schedule you select
• You may cancel recurring donations at any time by contacting us at contact@globalnotlocalcares.org
• Cancellations take effect starting with the next scheduled donation
• We will notify you via email if a recurring donation fails to process

4. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

4.1 Ownership of Content

All content on this Website, including but not limited to:

• Text, graphics, logos, images, and photographs
• Videos, audio recordings, and multimedia content
• Software, code, and technical architecture
• Trademarks, service marks, and trade names
• Blog posts, articles, and educational materials

…is the exclusive property of Global Not Local Cares, Inc. and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

4.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

• View and access: Website content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share on social media: Using provided sharing buttons with proper attribution
• Print for personal use: Educational materials for non-commercial purposes only

4.3 Restrictions

4.4 Copyright Infringement Claims (DMCA)

If you believe content on our Website infringes your copyright, please contact us at contact@globalnotlocalcares.org with:

• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the infringing material on our Website
• Your contact information (name, email, phone number)
• A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement that the information is accurate and you are the copyright owner

5. USER-GENERATED CONTENT

5.1 Comments, Reviews, and Submissions

If you submit content to our Website (comments, testimonials, volunteer stories, photos):

• License Grant: You grant us a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display your content
• No Confidentiality: Your submissions are not confidential and may be used in our marketing materials
• Moderation Rights: We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate
• No Compensation: You will not receive financial compensation for your submissions

5.2 Content Standards

All user-generated content must:

• Be respectful, accurate, and not misleading
• Not contain hate speech, profanity, or offensive language
• Not violate anyone’s privacy or intellectual property rights
• Not promote illegal activities or commercial products

6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES

6.1 External Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (social media platforms, partner organizations, payment processors). We do not control or endorse these external sites.

6.2 Third-Party Services

We use third-party services for:

• Payment Processing: PayPal, Stripe (subject to their terms of service)
• Email Communications: Mailchimp, Constant Contact
• Analytics: Google Analytics (see our Privacy Policy for details)
• Hosting: Web hosting providers

7. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

7.1 No Warranty

We do NOT guarantee that:

• The Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• Content will be accurate, complete, or up-to-date
• Defects will be corrected immediately
• The Website is free from viruses or malicious code

7.2 Use at Your Own Risk

You use this Website at your own risk. We are not liable for:

• Technical malfunctions or downtime
• Data loss or corruption
• Unauthorized access by third parties
• Any damages arising from your use of the Website

8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

• Direct Damages: Any damages arising from your use or inability to use the Website
• Indirect Damages: Loss of profits, data, goodwill, or business opportunities
• Third-Party Actions: Actions or omissions of third-party service providers
• User Conduct: Harm caused by other users or unauthorized third parties

8.1 Maximum Liability

Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of this Website shall not exceed the amount you donated to us in the 12 months prior to the claim, or $100 USD, whichever is less.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Global Not Local Cares, Inc. and its affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms of Use
• Your violation of any law or third-party rights
• Your use or misuse of the Website
• Your submission of user-generated content

10. TERMINATION

10.1 Right to Terminate

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate: Your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason
• Remove content: Any user-generated content that violates these Terms
• Ban users: Who engage in prohibited activities or abuse our services

10.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

• Your license to use the Website immediately ceases
• You must stop all use of our content and materials
• Provisions regarding intellectual property, liability, and dispute resolution remain in effect

11. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

11.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Florida, USA. You consent to the jurisdiction of these courts.

11.3 Dispute Resolution

Before filing a lawsuit, you agree to attempt to resolve disputes through:

• Informal Negotiation: Contact us at contact@globalnotlocalcares.org to discuss the issue
• Mediation: Good-faith participation in mediation if informal negotiation fails

12. GENERAL PROVISIONS

12.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Global Not Local Cares, Inc. regarding your use of the Website.

12.2 Severability

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

12.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

12.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms to any successor organization.

12.5 Force Majeure

We are not liable for failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control (natural disasters, pandemics, government actions, etc.).

13. CHANGES TO TERMS OF USE

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website.

13.1 Notification of Changes

• Website Notice: We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
• Material Changes: For significant changes, we may notify you via email or prominent website notice
• Continued Use: Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms