Terms of Service
Effective Date: August 5, 2025
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the website operated by Faith Rise Animal Sanctuary, Inc. (“we,” “us,” “our”), located at www.faithriseanimalsanctuary.org (the “Website”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Website, you affirm that you are at least 18 years of age and agree to these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using our Website.
2. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time, and we will post the revised version on this page, including the effective date of the update. Your continued use of the Website after the effective date of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
3. Services Provided
Faith Rise Animal Sanctuary offers various services through the Website, including information about our sanctuary, opportunities to donate, volunteer, and learn about our mission and events. The Website also offers updates and educational content related to our animal care practices.
4. Use of the Website
By using our Website, you agree to:
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Provide accurate and current information when using any of the Website’s features, such as signing up for events or making donations.
- Respect the rights of others, including intellectual property rights and privacy rights.
5. User Responsibilities
You agree that you will not:
- Use the Website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious activities.
- Use automated systems or software to access the Website without prior written permission.
- Engage in actions that interfere with or disrupt the functioning of the Website, including the uploading or distribution of viruses, malware, or harmful code.
6. Donations and Payment
All donations made through the Website are non-refundable, unless explicitly stated otherwise or required by applicable law.
Donations are processed through trusted third-party payment providers, such as Zeffy, PayPal, or Stripe. By making a donation, you acknowledge and consent to the collection and processing of your personal and payment information by these providers. We do not store your full payment details on our servers.
If recurring donations are available, they will be charged according to the frequency you select during the donation process. You may cancel a recurring donation at any time through your account settings (if available) or by contacting us directly via email to info@faithriseanimalsanctuary.org.
Please ensure that all information you provide is accurate and up to date. If your donation is intended to be tax-deductible, please retain your confirmation email or receipt for your records. For questions regarding tax-deductibility, consult a tax professional.
7. Account Registration
You may be required to register an account to use certain features of the Website. You agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information during registration.
- Keep your account login credentials confidential and notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.
You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account.
8. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is owned by Faith Rise Animal Sanctuary or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or use any content on the Website without prior written consent from us, except as permitted by applicable law (e.g., fair use).
9. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or the accuracy of information on those third-party sites. Any transactions or interactions you have with third parties are solely between you and the third party.
10. Privacy and Data Collection
We are committed to protecting your privacy. We collect personal information, such as your name, email address, and donation details, to facilitate our services. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data.
Please note that by using the Website, you consent to our collection of data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which outlines how cookies are used on the Website.
11. Termination of Use
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in any activity that we deem harmful or inappropriate. We will not be liable to you for any termination or suspension of your access.
12. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Faith Rise Animal Sanctuary shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use or inability to use the Website, including damages for loss of profits, data, or goodwill.
Our liability to you for any claim or cause of action related to the Website will be limited to the amount you have paid to us in the 12 months preceding the incident giving rise to the claim.
13. Dispute Resolution
In the event of any dispute related to these Terms, we encourage you to contact us directly to attempt to resolve the issue. If a resolution cannot be reached, any disputes will be subject to binding arbitration under the laws of New Jersey, with venue in Ocean County, NJ.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Faith Rise Animal Sanctuary, its employees, directors, and affiliates from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from your violation of these Terms or your misuse of the Website.
15. Force Majeure
We are not liable for any failure or delay in performance of our obligations under these Terms caused by circumstances beyond our control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, or technical issues.
16. Waiver
If we fail to enforce any provision of these Terms, it will not be considered a waiver of our rights under those provisions or any other provision of these Terms.
17. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, United States, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Ocean County, NJ.
18. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms, please contact us:
Faith Rise Animal Sanctuary, Inc.
2360 Lakewood Road
Unit 3 Suite 136
Toms River, NJ 08755