Terms of Service
Terms and Conditions for Friends of Smyth Chapel
Last Updated: 04/16/25
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Introduction & Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Friends of Smyth Chapel (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website smythchapel.org and any services provided through it, including donations, ticket purchases, and interactions with our content. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with these terms. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will take effect immediately upon posting, and your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
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User Responsibilities
Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to:
- Engage in unauthorized use (e.g., hacking, spamming, or illegal activities).
- Disrupt donation/ticketing systems or misuse our services.
- Violate applicable laws or infringe on others’ rights.
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Donations & Purchases
- Third-Party Platforms:
- Donations and ticket purchases are processed through Squarespace and [**Insert Donation Processor Name, e.g., Stripe/PayPal**].
- By using these services, you agree to their terms:
- Squarespace: [Terms of Service](https://www.squarespace.com/terms).
- [Donation Processor]: [Link to their terms].
Refunds:
- Donations: Non-refundable unless required by law.
- Tickets: Refundable up to [X days] before the event, unless otherwise stated. Contact [insert email] for requests.
- Tax Deductibility: Donations may qualify for tax deductions. Consult a tax advisor for details.
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Intellectual Property
- Ownership: All content on this website (logos, text, images, trademarks) is owned by Friends of Smyth Chapel or licensed to us. Unauthorized use is prohibited.
- User-Generated Content: If you submit content (e.g., comments, reviews), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display it.
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Disclaimers
- **Third-Party Links**: We are not responsible for content on external sites linked from our website.
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Limitation of Liability
- **Exclusion**: We are not liable for any damages (direct, indirect, or incidental) arising from:
- Use or inability to use the website.
- Errors in donations, ticket sales, or third-party platform failures.
Indemnification: You agree to indemnify us against claims related to your misuse of the website or violations of these terms.
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Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website for violations of these terms, at our sole discretion.
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Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of Virginia.
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10. Contact Information
For questions or concerns:
Friends of Smyth Chapel
smythchapel@gmail.com
Updates to Terms
We may update these terms periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top reflects the latest version.