Terms of Service

Last Updated: July 1, 2024

Welcome to the website of Habitat for Humanity of the Sanford NC Area (“Sanford Habitat,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This website and its digital extensions (collectively, the “Website”) provide information and services to you subject to the following Terms of Service.

By using this Website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Website.

I. Local Affiliate Status
Habitat for Humanity of the Sanford NC Area is a separate legal entity from Habitat for Humanity International, Inc. and other local affiliates. We are governed by an independent Board of Directors and are solely responsible for the content and digital presence of this Website.

II. Content and Intellectual Property
All materials on this Website—including trademarks, logos, photographs, text, graphics, and video clips (the “Content”)—are owned or licensed by Sanford Habitat or Habitat for Humanity International.

Personal Use: You may view and print Content for your personal, non-commercial use only.

Prohibited Use: You may not copy, reproduce, republish, or distribute any Content without express written permission from Sanford Habitat.

III. Copyright Complaints (DMCA)
We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your work has been copied in a way that constitutes infringement, please provide our agent with the information required by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 17 U.S.C. Sec. 512.

Please direct copyright inquiries to:
Habitat for Humanity of the Sanford NC Area
Attn: Executive Director
[Insert Local Mailing Address]
Email: [Insert Local Email]

IV. The Sanford ReStore & Third-Party Links
Linked Sites: This Website may link to external sites (such as volunteer management software or national Habitat pages). We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content.

ReStore Sales: Transactions made through third-party platforms for the Sanford ReStore may be subject to additional terms provided at the time of purchase.

V. User-Generated Content
If you submit comments, photos, or stories to our Website:

License: You grant Sanford Habitat a royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, edit, and publish that content in our marketing materials.

Conduct: You agree not to post content that is defamatory, obscene, illegal, or infringes on the rights of others.

Moderation: We reserve the right to remove any user-submitted content at our discretion and without notice.

VI. Unsolicited Submissions
While we love community involvement, Sanford Habitat does not accept unsolicited creative ideas or suggestions. Any ideas or data you send us (outside of personal info protected by our Privacy Policy) will be treated as non-confidential and will become the property of Sanford Habitat.

VII. Disclaimers
The Website is provided "as is" and "as available." Sanford Habitat makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy or availability of the Website. While we strive to keep our digital home secure, we do not warrant that the site is free of viruses or other harmful components.

VIII. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sanford Habitat, its directors, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for any damages (direct, indirect, incidental, or punitive) arising out of your use of, or inability to use, the Website. This includes, but is not limited to, loss of data, computer failure, or errors in content.

IX. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina. Any disputes arising from the use of this Website shall be resolved in the courts located in or serving Lee County, North Carolina.

X. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Service periodically to reflect changes in our digital services or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page regularly.