Terms and Conditions
Please review the terms governing your use of our website and services.
1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
Off My Block (“Organization,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) provides the website www.offmyblock.org (the “Site”) and related services subject to your compliance with the following Terms and Conditions of Use (“Terms”). By accessing, browsing, or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to all of these Terms, you must not access or use the Site. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and the Organization.
2. MODIFICATION OF TERMS
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. The most current version will be posted on the Site with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates.
3. ELIGIBILITY AND AUTHORITY
You represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction and possess the legal authority to enter into this agreement. If you are accessing the Site on behalf of an entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
4. OUR 501(C)(3) STATUS
Off My Block is a nonprofit corporation recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Our federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) is [47-5522600]. Donations made to the Organization are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We recommend that donors consult with their own tax advisors.
5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
A. Ownership: The Site and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, and the design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by the Organization, its licensors, or other providers and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.
B. Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for your personal, non-commercial, and informational use, subject to these Terms.
C. Restrictions: You must not:
Modify copies of any materials from the Site.
Use any illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences, or graphics separately from accompanying text.
Delete or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notices.
Reproduce, distribute, publicly display, perform, create derivative works of, or exploit for any commercial purpose any part of the Site without our express written permission.
D. Trademarks: The Organization’s name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of the Organization or its affiliates. You must not use such marks without our prior written permission.
6. USER CONDUCT AND PROHIBITED USES
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use the Site:
In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation.
To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Organization, an employee, another user, or any other person or entity.
To engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Site, or which may harm the Organization or users of the Site.
To use any robot, spider, or other automatic device, process, or means to access the Site for any purpose, including monitoring or copying any material.
To introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful.
To attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the Site, the server on which the Site is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Site.
To otherwise attempt to interfere with the proper working of the Site.
7. USER CONTRIBUTIONS
The Site may contain interactive features (e.g., comment sections, forums, submission forms) that allow you to post, submit, publish, display, or transmit content (“User Contributions”). You retain ownership of your User Contributions, but by posting them, you grant the Organization a perpetual, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform such User Contributions in connection with the Site and our nonprofit mission.
You are solely responsible for your User Contributions. You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to post them and that they do not violate any third-party rights or these Terms. We have the right, but not the obligation, to monitor and remove any User Contributions for any reason.
8. DONATIONS AND PAYMENTS
Donations: All donations are voluntary and made at your discretion. All donations are final and non-refundable unless required by law or at our sole discretion in the case of an error. We will provide a receipt for tax purposes.
Payment Processing: All donations are processed by secure, PCI-DSS compliant third-party payment processors. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
Recurring Donations: If you authorize a recurring donation, you agree that we (or our processor) may charge your payment method on the recurring basis you selected until you cancel. You may cancel recurring donations by following the instructions provided in your donation confirmation or by contacting us.
Tax Deductibility: As a 501(c)(3), donations are generally tax-deductible. We provide acknowledgement letters for donations over $250. Consult your tax advisor for specific advice.
9. VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION AND WAIVER
By registering as a volunteer, you agree:
To provide accurate information and complete any required orientation or training.
That you participate at your own risk. You understand that volunteer activities may involve inherent risks.
To release, indemnify, and hold harmless the Organization, its directors, officers, employees, and agents from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action arising out of or related to your volunteer activities, except to the extent caused by the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the Organization.
To consent to the use of your name, likeness, and stories in connection with promoting the Organization’s work, unless you expressly opt-out in writing.
That we may, in our discretion, perform a background check for certain volunteer roles.
10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND CONTENT
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for convenience only. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You acknowledge sole responsibility for and assume all risk arising from your use of any such websites or resources.
11. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. NEITHER THE ORGANIZATION NOR ANY PERSON ASSOCIATED WITH THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ANY WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPLETENESS, SECURITY, RELIABILITY, QUALITY, ACCURACY, OR AVAILABILITY OF THE SITE. THE FOREGOING DOES NOT AFFECT ANY WARRANTIES THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT WILL THE ORGANIZATION, ITS AFFILIATES, OR THEIR LICENSORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OFFICERS, OR DIRECTORS BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SITE, ANY WEBSITES LINKED TO IT, OR ANY CONTENT ON THE SITE, INCLUDING ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM THE USE OF THE SITE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00). THE FOREGOING DOES NOT AFFECT ANY LIABILITY THAT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.
13. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Organization, its affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and its and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.
14. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION
All matters relating to the Site and these Terms, and any dispute or claim arising therefrom or related thereto, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of Maryland without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision.
Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of, or related to, these Terms or the Site shall be instituted exclusively in the federal courts of the United States or the courts of the State of Maryland located in Charles County. You waive any and all objections to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts and to venue in such courts.
15. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND ARBITRATION
Mandatory Arbitration: Except for disputes that qualify for small claims court, any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation, or validity thereof, or the use of the Site, shall be determined by binding arbitration in Charles County, MD, before one arbitrator. The arbitration shall be administered by JAMS pursuant to its Comprehensive Arbitration Rules and Procedures. Judgment on the award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction. This clause shall not preclude parties from seeking provisional remedies in aid of arbitration from a court of appropriate jurisdiction.
Class Action Waiver:
YOU AND THE ORGANIZATION AGREE THAT EACH MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN YOUR OR ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
16. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of these Terms is held by a court or other tribunal of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, such provision shall be eliminated or limited to the minimum extent such that the remaining provisions of the Terms will continue in full force and effect.
17. WAIVER AND ENTIRE AGREEMENT
No waiver by the Organization of any term or condition set forth in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition. These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the sole and entire agreement between you and Off My Block regarding the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties.
18. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Off My Block
614 Jefferson St. NE
Washington, D.C. 20011
Email: offmyblock.dc@gmail.com
Phone: 301-542-6660
EIN: 47-5522600