Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to First In Foundation ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website firstinfoundation.org (the "Service") operated by First In Foundation. By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

2. About First In Foundation

First In Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization registered in the Commonwealth of Virginia (EIN: 30-1443857). Our mission is to support Virginia's volunteer fire companies and rescue squads through equipment funding, training programs, and family assistance initiatives.

3. Use of Our Website

Permitted Uses

You may use our website for lawful purposes only, including:

• Learning about our mission and programs
• Making donations to support our charitable activities
• Subscribing to our newsletter and communications
• Contacting us with questions or feedback
• Applying for volunteer opportunities
• Accessing publicly available resources and information

Prohibited Uses

You agree not to use our website:

• For any unlawful purpose or to solicit unlawful activities
• To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations or laws
• To transmit or send unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the organization, employees, or other users
• To engage in any automated use of the system without our express written permission
• To interfere with or circumvent security features of the website
• To upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code

4. Donations and Financial Transactions

Donation Policy

All donations made through our website are:

• Voluntary contributions to support our charitable mission
• Tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law
• Non-refundable except in cases of technical error or unauthorized transactions
• Used to support Virginia's volunteer fire companies and rescue squads as described in our mission

Payment Processing

We use secure third-party payment processors to handle financial transactions. By making a donation, you agree to the terms and conditions of our payment processors. We do not store complete credit card information on our servers.

Administrative Fees

To ensure operational sustainability, a minimal administrative fee not exceeding 5% of donations received may be retained to cover essential operational costs. The remaining funds go directly to supporting Virginia's first responders and their families.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of First In Foundation and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.

User-Generated Content

By submitting content to our website (including comments, feedback, or volunteer applications), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, and display such content in connection with our charitable mission.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs your use of the Service, to understand our practices regarding the collection and use of your personal information.

7. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Website Availability

We strive to maintain continuous website availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control.

Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the information on our website.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, First In Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the Service.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by First In Foundation. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts of Virginia.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law, and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: