Legal

Effective Date: October 25, 2026

Love of Community is a U.S. tax-exempt charitable organization recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. We are committed to protecting personal information, promoting responsible charitable giving, and supporting communities through charitable programs and services.

1. Privacy Policy

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including your name, email address, mailing address, telephone number, donation details, volunteer applications, event registrations, and communications with us.

We use this information to process donations, issue acknowledgments, coordinate volunteers, administer fundraising campaigns and community programs, communicate with supporters, maintain financial records, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.

Donations may be processed through PayPal, WooCommerce, and associated payment providers. These providers may collect and process information under their own privacy policies. We do not intentionally collect or store complete payment card details when payment processing is handled by a third-party provider.

We may share necessary information with trusted service providers and government authorities when required or permitted by law. We do not sell personal information in exchange for money.

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies. We take reasonable measures to protect information but cannot guarantee absolute security. Subject to applicable law, you may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information. We may retain financial and donation records as required by law.

2. Donations and Fundraising

Donations support Love of Community’s charitable mission, including education, healthcare, community development, and assistance for people in need.

Unless a specific campaign has an accepted restriction, donations may be allocated among eligible charitable programs and reasonable operating expenses at the organization’s discretion to advance its mission.

Donations may be made through PayPal, WooCommerce, or other payment methods offered on our website. Donors should review payment details carefully before completing a transaction. Refund requests, recurring donation cancellations, and payment disputes are handled in accordance with our applicable procedures, payment provider requirements, and applicable law.

Love of Community may conduct fundraising activities in Texas, California, other U.S. states, and internationally, subject to applicable registration, reporting, and solicitation requirements.

3. Tax-Deductible Donations

Love of Community is recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Contributions may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Donors are responsible for determining their own tax treatment and maintaining appropriate records. Written acknowledgments will be provided where required. No goods or services are represented as provided in exchange for a contribution unless expressly disclosed.

4. Volunteers and Community Programs

We may collect and use volunteer and program participant information to review applications, coordinate activities, communicate with participants, and administer community services.

Volunteers and participants must provide accurate information and follow applicable program guidelines and safety requirements. Additional consent forms or program-specific conditions may apply.

Volunteer participation does not create an employment relationship unless established by written agreement or applicable law.

5. Terms of Service

By using this website, you agree to comply with applicable laws and these terms. You must not misuse the website, submit fraudulent information, interfere with website security, or use our materials without authorization.

Website content, logos, photographs, and other materials are owned by or licensed to Love of Community or their respective rights holders. Reproduction or commercial use requires permission, except as permitted by law.

We may update website content, programs, and these terms from time to time by posting a revised version on this page.

6. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

Website content is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal, financial, medical, tax, or other professional advice.

We strive to provide accurate information and responsibly manage charitable resources but do not guarantee that every fundraising goal, program description, or projected outcome will be achieved.

Links to third-party websites and payment providers are provided for convenience. We are not responsible for third-party content, services, or privacy practices, subject to applicable law.

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Love of Community disclaims liability for indirect or consequential losses arising from website use. Nothing in these terms excludes liability or rights that cannot legally be excluded.

These policies are subject to applicable U.S. federal and state laws and other laws that apply to our activities and website users. Nothing in these policies limits rights or protections that cannot legally be waived.