Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Silent Warriors Foundation. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website located at thesilentwarriorsfoundation.org (the "Site") and any related services we provide. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. About Us

Silent Warriors Foundation ("Silent Warriors Foundation," "we," "us," or "our") is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 41-3357758) dedicated to supporting veterans and their families through reintegration resources, peer community connection, and counseling and wellness support. We are located at 401 E 8th St, #370, Sioux Falls, SD 57103, United States.

2. Use of the Site

You may use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Use the Site in any way that violates applicable law or regulation;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, its systems, or networks;
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation, security, or integrity of the Site;
• Use the Site to transmit any harmful code, spam, or malicious content;
• Impersonate any person or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or organization;
• Collect or harvest information about other users without their consent.

3. Donations

Donations made through or via the Site are voluntary and are processed by our third-party donation partner under its own terms and privacy practices. We are grateful for every gift. Please note:

• Silent Warriors Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and donations may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You are responsible for determining the tax treatment of your gift and should consult your own qualified tax advisor.
• Donations are generally non-refundable. If you believe a donation was made in error, contact us and we will work with you in good faith.
• Recurring gifts continue until you cancel them; you may modify or cancel a recurring gift at any time by contacting us or through your giving account, where available.

4. Intellectual Property

The content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, images, and the Silent Warriors Foundation name and marks — is owned by or licensed to Silent Warriors Foundation and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without our prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use consistent with these Terms.

5. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to third-party websites and services, including our donation processor and social media platforms, which we do not control. We provide these links for convenience and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third party. Your use of third-party services is governed by their own terms and privacy policies.

6. No Professional Advice

Information provided on the Site is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, medical, or professional advice. Silent Warriors Foundation connects veterans and families with resources and referrals but does not provide licensed professional services directly. You should consult a qualified professional regarding your specific circumstances.

7. Disclaimers

The Site and its content are provided "as is" and "as available," without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components, or that any information on the Site is accurate, complete, or current.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Silent Warriors Foundation and its officers, directors, volunteers, and agents will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site — even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Silent Warriors Foundation and its officers, directors, volunteers, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

10. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. Please review it to understand our practices.

11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Dakota, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising under these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in South Dakota, to the extent permitted by law.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

These Terms & Conditions are provided for general informational purposes and do not constitute legal advice. Silent Warriors Foundation recommends reviewing these Terms with qualified legal counsel to ensure they meet all applicable requirements for your organization and jurisdictions.