Terms & Conditions
Legal disclaimer
Welcome to the website of Sonrisas de Esperanza ("we", "our", "us"). By accessing or using our website at [www.sonrisasdeesperanza.org] (the "Site"), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these terms, you should not use this Site.
Terms & Conditions
the basics
Effective Date: August 2025
1. About Us
Sonrisas de Esperanza is a nonprofit organization committed to restoring dignity and hope to individuals in vulnerable situations through free dental care, nutritious food distribution, and survival kits for the homeless.
2. Use of the Website
You may use this Site for lawful, non-commercial purposes related to learning about or supporting our mission. You agree not to:
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Use the Site for any unlawful or fraudulent activity;
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Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its systems;
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Use automated means (such as bots or scrapers) to access or interact with the Site;
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Post or transmit any material that is harmful, offensive, or violates the rights of others.
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3. Donations and Contributions
All donations made through the Site are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise stated. We use secure third-party services to process financial transactions. By making a donation, you agree to their terms and conditions.
Sonrisas de Esperanza is a registered nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax-deductible; however, we recommend consulting with your tax advisor for confirmation.
4. Intellectual Property
Content on this Site—including text, images, logos, graphics, videos, and design—is the property of Sonrisas de Esperanza or its content providers and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.
You may:
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View, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use;
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Share content for educational or advocacy purposes, provided you give appropriate credit and do not modify the material.
You may not:
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Sell, reproduce, or redistribute any content without our express written permission.
5. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only, and Sonrisas de Esperanza does not endorse or control these sites. We are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms of use.
6. Privacy
Your use of the Site is also subject to our [Privacy Policy], which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
7. Disclaimer
The information on this Site is provided for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep content accurate and up-to-date, we make no warranties or representations of any kind about its completeness, reliability, or suitability.
All services provided by Sonrisas de Esperanza are subject to availability and eligibility criteria.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sonrisas de Esperanza shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Site or any content therein.
9. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting on the Site. Continued use of the Site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.
What to include in the T&C document
Generally speaking, T&C often address these types of issues: Who is allowed to use the website; the possible payment methods; a declaration that the website owner may change his or her offering in the future; the types of warranties the website owner gives his or her customers; a reference to issues of intellectual property or copyrights, where relevant; the website owner’s right to suspend or cancel a member’s account; and much much more.
To learn more about this, check out our article “Creating a Terms and Conditions Policy”.