Terms of Use
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Terms of Use
Welcome to youth-guidance.org (the “Site”), operated by Youth Guidance, a nonprofit organization (“Youth Guidance,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the Site.
Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Site, including any content, functionality, and services offered on or through it. By using the Site, you represent that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.
Use of the Site
The Site and its content are intended to inform the public about Youth Guidance’s mission, programs, and impact, and to facilitate donations, program registration, and general inquiries. You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of, the Site by any third party.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted, all content on this Site – including text, graphics, logos, images, video, and the compilation thereof – is the property of Youth Guidance or its content suppliers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. You may view, download, and print content from the Site for your own personal, non-commercial use, provided you do not modify or delete any copyright or proprietary notice. Any other use, including reproduction, distribution, or creation of derivative works, requires our prior written permission.
User Conduct
You agree not to: (a) use the Site in any way that violates applicable federal, state, local, or international law; (b) attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, other users’ accounts, or any connected computer systems or networks; (c) upload or transmit any material that is unlawful, harassing, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable; or (d) interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site.
Donations and Program Registration
Donations made through the Site are processed by our third-party giving platform. Program registration and consent for Youth Guidance services are governed separately by our Client Rights and program-specific Terms of Service. Please review those documents for information specific to program participation.
Links to Third-Party Websites
The Site may contain links to third-party websites (including donation platforms, event registration tools, and partner organizations) that are not owned or controlled by Youth Guidance. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Your use of any linked third-party website is at your own risk and subject to that site’s own terms.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Youth Guidance does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Youth Guidance shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Youth Guidance, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your violation of these Terms of Use or your use of the Site.
Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms of Use at any time by updating this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at info@youth-guidance.org or by phone at (312) 253-4900.