Terms & Conditions

1. Purpose of These Terms

These Terms and Conditions serve to:

• Clarify your rights and responsibilities as a website visitor, donor, or volunteer.
• Explain the use of our services and any legal expectations.
• Maintain transparency in how we operate as a charitable foundation.

2. Eligibility & User Conduct

By accessing our site or services, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years of age or have the permission and supervision of a legal guardian.
• You will provide accurate information while signing up, donating, or submitting any forms.
• You will not use this website for any illegal, harmful, or unethical activity.
• You agree not to upload, transmit, or share content that may be offensive, unlawful, or damaging to the organization’s reputation.

3. Organizational Overview

IAC Patrons Foundation is committed to:

• Environmental conservation through large-scale tree plantation projects.
• Engaging citizens, students, corporates, and communities in eco-awareness.
• Promoting sustainable living and responsible urban development.

These terms are applicable across all physical and digital platforms managed by IAC Patrons Foundation.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on our website—including our logo, graphics, text, images, audio, video, and code—is owned by IAC Patrons Foundation, unless otherwise attributed. Unauthorized use or duplication of our materials is strictly prohibited.

5. Donations and Tree Adoptions

We accept online donations and facilitate tree adoption through our secure payment system.

By donating or adopting a tree:

• You agree that your contribution is made voluntarily.
• You understand that donations are generally non-refundable.
• You will receive a donation receipt, and where applicable, a tree adoption certificate and tracking update.
• You acknowledge that real-world factors (weather, vandalism, disease, etc.) may affect plantation outcomes. In such cases, we pledge to replant or restore as needed.

Tax Benefits:

Donors residing in India are eligible for Section 80G tax exemptions. A receipt with 80G details will be provided upon request.

6. Volunteering and Event Participation

We appreciate the support of individuals and groups in our environmental drives.

By registering as a volunteer, you agree that:

• You will participate sincerely and respectfully.
• You will follow on-ground safety guidelines and instructions from team leaders.
• You understand that volunteering is unpaid, and participation is at your own risk.
• You are physically fit for field work and waive liability for minor accidents or injuries unless caused by gross negligence.

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

7. User-Generated Content

You may be allowed to post testimonials, suggestions, feedback, or content on our website, social media, or submission forms.

By submitting content:

• You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, publish, and share that content.
• You affirm that your content does not infringe any copyright or violate any laws.
• We reserve the right to remove content that is abusive, misleading, or irrelevant.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

We value your privacy. Please read our Privacy Policy to understand:

• What data we collect (e.g., name, email, location).
• How we use that data (e.g., for communication, certificates, and impact reporting).
• How we store, protect, and retain your information.

We never sell or rent your data to third parties.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may link to third-party platforms for payment processing, newsletters, social media, or partnerships.

• We are not responsible for the content or data practices of those external websites.
• We recommend reviewing their privacy policies and terms separately before engaging.

10. Service Availability and Modifications

We strive to maintain a secure, fast, and user-friendly digital experience. However:

• We may update or temporarily take down the site for maintenance or upgrades.
• Certain features or pages may change without prior notice.
• We are not liable for any downtime or inconvenience caused by technical issues.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• IAC Patrons Foundation will not be held liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising from use of the website, services, or inability to access them.
• This includes (but is not limited to) data loss, payment gateway errors, or delays in certificate delivery.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless IAC Patrons Foundation, its trustees, staff, and volunteers from any claims or damages resulting from:

• Your misuse of the website or materials.
• Your breach of these Terms.
• Your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights.

13. Updates to These Terms

We may revise or update these Terms and Conditions as necessary. All changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

We recommend reviewing this page periodically. Continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed and interpreted under the laws of the Republic of India.

Any dispute arising out of or related to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in the city of registration of IAC Patrons Foundation.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms & Conditions, feel free to reach out:

• Email: support@iacpatronsfoundation.org
• Phone: +91-9876543210
• Office Address: 3rd Floor, Woodburn Central, 5A Woodburn Park Road, Kolkata – 700020