Terms of Service
These terms govern your use of CARA services and outline our mutual rights and responsibilities.
Terms and Conditions
Welcome to CARA. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, and programs. Please read these Terms carefully before using our services. By accessing or using any part of our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
Acceptance of Terms
Agreement to Terms
By accessing and using CARA website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.
Capacity
You represent that you are at least 18 years of age or have parental/guardian consent to use our services, and that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.
Description of Services
Our Mission
CARA provides community development services, caregiver training programs, and facilitates partnerships to build sustainable systems of care across African communities.
Service Availability
We strive to provide continuous service availability, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.
Program Participation
Participation in our programs may be subject to additional terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements which will be communicated separately.
User Conduct and Responsibilities
Acceptable Use
You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with our mission of community development and care. You will not use our services for any harmful, illegal, or abusive activities.
Information Accuracy
You are responsible for providing accurate and complete information when applying for programs, making donations, or communicating with us. False information may result in termination of services.
Respect and Integrity
We expect all users to interact with respect, dignity, and integrity. Discriminatory, harassing, or offensive behavior will not be tolerated.
Donations and Payments
Donation Policy
All donations to CARA are voluntary contributions to support our mission. Donations are generally non-refundable unless required by law or due to processing errors.
Payment Processing
We use third-party payment processors for secure payment handling. By making a donation, you agree to the terms and conditions of our payment processors.
Tax Deductibility
Donation receipts will be provided for tax purposes where applicable. Consult with your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of donations in your jurisdiction.
Intellectual Property
CARA Content
All content on our website, including text, images, logos, and materials, is the property of CARA or our partners and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
Limited Use License
You may view and download content for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use requires written permission from CARA.
User-Generated Content
By submitting content to us (applications, testimonials, etc.), you grant us a non-exclusive right to use such content for our mission-related activities.
Limitation of Liability
Service Disclaimer
Our services are provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee specific outcomes from participation in our programs or services.
Liability Limits
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CARA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services.
Force Majeure
We are not responsible for delays or failures in service delivery due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, political instability, or other force majeure events.
Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Modifications to Terms
CARA reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting updates on our website. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws. Any disputes will be resolved through good faith negotiation, and if necessary, through appropriate legal channels in accordance with our dispute resolution procedures.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms will remain in full force and effect.
Questions About These Terms?
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
CARA
Email: legal@caraafrica.org
Address: Accra, Ghana
We will respond to your legal inquiries within 30 days.