Effective Date: April 26, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Friends of Chicago Animal Care and Control (“FCACC”) website (“the Website”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using the Website.
2. Use of the Website
- Eligibility: You must be at least 18 years old to use this Website. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
- Permitted Use: The Website is intended to provide information about FCACC’s mission, programs, and opportunities for involvement. You may use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
- Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to:
- Use the Website for any unlawful purpose.
- Post or transmit any harmful, threatening, or otherwise objectionable content.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website or its systems.
3. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of FCACC or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of any content is prohibited.
4. Donations and Payments
- General: The Website may offer opportunities to make donations or payments to FCACC. By providing payment information, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to use the payment method.
- Refunds: Donations are generally non-refundable. However, if you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us at neediestanimals@fcacc.org within 14 days of the donation date.
5. Links to Third-Party Websites
The Website may contain links to external websites not operated by FCACC. We are not responsible for the content or practices of any third-party websites and encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. FCACC makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Website’s operation or the information, content, or materials included on the Website.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, FCACC shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless FCACC, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.
9. Changes to the Terms
FCACC reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
11. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at:
Friends of Chicago Animal Care and Control
P.O. Box 4414, Chicago IL 60680-4255
Phone: 773-743-9000