Terms & Conditions (Website Terms of Use)

Effective Date: 02/07/2025
Last Updated: 03/02/2025

Welcome to KindNest (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms & Conditions govern your use of our website https://www.kindnestproject.org/ (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Site, you agree to:
✅ Comply with these Terms & Conditions.
✅ Follow all applicable laws and regulations.
✅ Not misuse the Site for unlawful or prohibited purposes.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, with updates posted on this page. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Permitted Use & Prohibited Activities

You may use the Site for:

  • Learning about KindNest and its mission.

  • Donating or supporting our programs.

  • Engaging with resources we provide.

You may not:
🚫 Use the Site for any illegal, fraudulent, or harmful activity.
🚫 Attempt to disrupt, hack, or interfere with the Site’s security.
🚫 Copy, modify, distribute, or exploit content without our permission.
🚫 Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from the Site.

Any violation of these rules may result in restricted access or legal action.

3. Donations & Payment Terms

KindNest accepts online donations through third-party payment processors. By donating, you acknowledge that:

  • All donations are final and non-refundable.

  • Tax deductibility: If KindNest has 501(c)(3) status, donations may be tax-deductible. Please consult your tax advisor.

  • Payment processing is handled securely by trusted third-party providers, and we do not store your payment details.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including but not limited to:

  • Logos, branding, and designs

  • Text, images, and graphics

  • Videos, blog posts, and downloadable materials

is the property of KindNest or licensed for our use. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute our content without prior written permission.

Exceptions:
✔ You may share our content for educational or non-commercial purposes with proper credit to KindNest.
❌ You may not modify, sell, or claim our content as your own.

Unauthorized use may result in legal action.

5. Website Content & Disclaimer

We strive to keep our website accurate and up to date. However, we do not guarantee:
❌ The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content.
❌ That the Site will be free from errors, bugs, or technical issues.
❌ Continuous, uninterrupted access to the Site.

Use at Your Own Risk:
KindNest is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from:

  • Your reliance on website content.

  • Errors, omissions, or outdated information.

  • Website downtime or security breaches.

If you spot errors, please contact us at allie@kindnestproject.org.

6. Third-Party Links & External Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., donation platforms, resources). We do not control or endorse external sites and are not responsible for their content, policies, or security practices.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, KindNest and its affiliates are not liable for:

  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages from using our Site.

  • Loss of data, business, or goodwill.

  • Any issues caused by third-party services or external links.

Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

8. Termination & Account Restrictions

We reserve the right to:
✅ Restrict or terminate access for any violation of these Terms.
✅ Modify or remove Site content at any time without notice.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal disputes shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of Genesee County, Michigan.

10. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, contact us at:

KindNest
2360 Shadycroft Dr
Burton, MI 48519
Email: allie@kindnestproject.org
Phone: 810-919-6394