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Welcome to Sign of Hope Foundation
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Sign of Hope Foundation website, services, donation platforms, program applications, and any related digital or in-person interactions with our nonprofit organization. By visiting our website, contributing a donation, applying to our training program, partnering with our foundation, or engaging with any of our resources, you agree to be bound by the Terms outlined below. Please review them carefully — they exist to protect the integrity of our mission, the trust of our supporters, and the dignity of every life we serve.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using any portion of the Sign of Hope Foundation website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, and any additional guidelines, policies, or agreements referenced herein. If you do not agree with any portion of these Terms, please discontinue use of the website and refrain from submitting personal information, donations, or program applications.
About Sign of Hope Foundation
Sign of Hope Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, dedicated to restoring lives through professional training in the business sign making and installation industry. Our mission is carried out through hands-on trade education, mentorship, workforce development, and dignified employment opportunities for individuals seeking a meaningful second chance.
Use of This Website
Permitted Use
You are welcome to use the Sign of Hope Foundation website for lawful, personal, educational, and charitable purposes, including learning about our mission, making donations, exploring partnership opportunities, applying to our program, sharing our content with others, and engaging with our resources.
Prohibited Use
You agree not to use this website in any manner that violates applicable laws, infringes on the rights of others, disrupts the integrity of our services, attempts to gain unauthorized access to our systems, transmits harmful code, or interferes with the privacy and security of any user, donor, trainee, or staff member.
User Responsibility
You are responsible for ensuring that any information you submit through our website — including donation details, applications, and contact form submissions — is accurate, complete, current, and truthful to the best of your knowledge.
Donations and Contributions
Voluntary Charitable Giving
All donations made to Sign of Hope Foundation are voluntary, charitable contributions made in support of our nonprofit mission. By submitting a donation through our website, you confirm that the gift is made willingly and without expectation of goods, services, or any tangible return beyond the intangible reward of supporting our work.
Tax-Deductible Status
As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, qualifying donations to Sign of Hope Foundation are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by United States federal tax law. Donors receive an official receipt for tax-record purposes following each completed contribution.
Recurring Donations
Donors who choose to give on a recurring monthly basis authorize Sign of Hope Foundation and our payment processor to automatically charge the selected payment method until the donor cancels or modifies the recurring gift through their donor account or by contacting our team directly.
Refund Policy
Donations to Sign of Hope Foundation are generally considered final and non-refundable. However, in the event of a verified processing error, duplicate transaction, or unauthorized contribution, donors may contact our team to request a review. Refund decisions are made on a case-by-case basis in accordance with nonprofit best practices.
Program Applications and Participation
Application Process
Individuals applying to Sign of Hope Foundation's training program agree to provide accurate, complete information during the intake process. Submission of an application does not guarantee admission, and acceptance is determined based on program fit, available capacity, eligibility criteria, and the overall best interest of the applicant.
Trainee Conduct
Accepted trainees agree to abide by the policies, code of conduct, and participation guidelines outlined upon enrollment. Sign of Hope Foundation reserves the right to suspend, dismiss, or modify a trainee's participation based on adherence to program requirements, safety standards, and community expectations.
Voluntary Participation
Participation in Sign of Hope Foundation programs is voluntary. Trainees may withdraw at any time, and Sign of Hope Foundation may, at its sole discretion, conclude or restructure programming based on operational, financial, or mission-driven considerations.
Intellectual Property
All content displayed, published, or distributed through the Sign of Hope Foundation website — including text, graphics, images, logos, videos, branding, training curriculum, written materials, and design elements — is the exclusive intellectual property of Sign of Hope Foundation or used with permission of the rightful owner. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or commercially exploit any of this content without prior written consent. Sharing our content for educational, charitable, or mission-supporting purposes is encouraged, provided proper attribution is given to Sign of Hope Foundation.
Third-Party Links and Content
Our website may include links to external websites, embedded media, syndicated news feeds, or third-party resources operated by partner organizations, industry publications, or supporting entities. Sign of Hope Foundation is not responsible for the accuracy, content, privacy practices, or operational integrity of any third-party site. Visiting these external resources is done at your own discretion and risk.
User-Submitted Content
By submitting comments, testimonials, photos, stories, or other content to Sign of Hope Foundation through our website, social media, or related channels, you grant Sign of Hope Foundation a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, and share that content in connection with our nonprofit mission, fundraising, awareness, and educational activities. You confirm that any content you submit is your own original work and does not infringe upon the rights of any third party.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Sign of Hope Foundation website, content, and services are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. While we make every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and security of our website, Sign of Hope Foundation makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding uninterrupted operation, error-free performance, or the suitability of the website for any particular purpose. Use of our website and services is at your own discretion and risk.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sign of Hope Foundation, its board members, officers, employees, volunteers, partners, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website, participation in our programs, reliance on our content, or interaction with our donation platform. Your use of the website signifies acceptance of these limitations.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sign of Hope Foundation, its leadership, employees, volunteers, partners, and affiliated parties from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising out of your misuse of the website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights of a third party.
Privacy
Your privacy is fundamental to the trust that powers our mission. Your use of the Sign of Hope Foundation website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how personal information is collected, used, protected, and shared. By using this website, you acknowledge and accept the terms outlined in our Privacy Policy.
Modifications to These Terms
Sign of Hope Foundation reserves the right to modify, update, or revise these Terms and Conditions at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or organizational growth. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website following any updates indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee and applicable federal laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from your use of the Sign of Hope Foundation website or services shall be resolved exclusively within the jurisdiction of the appropriate courts located in Davidson County, Tennessee.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid portion shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving the original intent of these Terms.
Contact Sign of Hope Foundation
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms and Conditions, please reach out to Sign of Hope Foundation through our official Contact Us page. We respond to every inquiry personally, promptly, and with the care and integrity that defines our mission. Your trust matters to us, and we are committed to honoring it in every interaction.