Terms & Conditions

Last updated: May 21, 2025

Welcome to the Philomena Odion Foundation ("POF") website. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, and content. By visiting or using this site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our site.

1. Definitions
   “POF,” “we,” “us,” or “our” refers to Philomena Odion Foundation, a not-for-profit organization registered in the United States.
   “User,” “you,” or “your” refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the website.
   “Content” means all text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, data, software, and other materials on the site.

   
   

2. Acceptance of Terms
   By accessing or using any part of this website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you must refrain from using or accessing the site.

   
   

3. Changes to Terms
   POF reserves the right to change or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

   
   

4. Use of the Website
   Permitted Use: You may access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes or to support POF’s charitable mission.

Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to:

• Use the site in any unlawful or fraudulent manner.

• Post or transmit any content that is threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.

• Attempt to interfere with the site’s security, integrity, or performance.

• Use any automated system (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or gather data from the site without POF’s explicit permission.

  
  

5. Intellectual Property
   All content on this site, including text, images, graphics, logos, and designs, is owned by or licensed to POF and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written consent.

   
   

6. Donations and Payments
   Donations: Any donations made through our site are final and non-refundable, unless otherwise specified. We use secure payment processing, but we are not responsible for third-party payment processor failures.
   Receipts: Upon receipt of your donation, POF will issue a confirmation email and, if requested, a tax receipt in accordance with IRS regulations.

   
   

7. Disclaimers
   “As-Is” Basis: The website and all content are provided on an “as-is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
   No Guarantee: POF does not guarantee that the site will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
   Professional Advice: Information on the site is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, medical, financial, or other professional advice.

   
   

8. Limitation of Liability
   To the fullest extent permitted by law, POF, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and agents will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your access to or use of the site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

   
   

9. Indemnification
   You agree to indemnify and hold POF, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents harmless from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or in connection with your violation of these Terms or your use of the site.

   
   

10. Links to Other Websites
    Our site may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. POF is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any linked site. Linking does not imply endorsement.

    
    

11. Privacy
    Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

    
    

12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
    These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana.

    
    

13. Severability
    If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

    
    

14. Contact Information
    If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact:

Philomena Odion Foundation
Email: contact@philomenaodionfoundation.org
Phone: +1 (337) 414-9911

Thank you for supporting Philomena Odion Foundation and helping us further our mission to serve communities in need.