1. Purpose of the Site

Salem Hope and Caring Ministries is a nonprofit Christian organization. Our Site exists to:

  • Share information about our mission, programs, and events
  • Provide spiritual and community resources
  • Accept prayer requests, donations, and volunteer signups
  • Offer access to media and educational content

2. Eligibility

By using our Site, you represent that you are at least 13 years old. If you are under 18, you may only use the Site under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

3. User Conduct

You agree to use the Site only for lawful and respectful purposes. You agree not to:

  • Post or submit any false, defamatory, threatening, obscene, or otherwise inappropriate content
  • Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others
  • Attempt to access areas of the Site you are not authorized to use
  • Distribute spam, malware, or harmful code
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for anyone who violates these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site—including text, graphics, images, videos, logos, ministry resources, and software—is the property of Salem Hope and Caring Ministries or its content suppliers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

You may:

  • View, download, or print content for personal, non-commercial use only
    You may not:
  • Reproduce, modify, distribute, or exploit any content for commercial purposes without our written permission

5. Donation Terms

All donations made through our Site are final and non-refundable unless a technical error occurs or a refund is requested in writing within 7 days. Salem Hope and Caring Ministries is a registered nonprofit organization; donation receipts will be provided for tax purposes as applicable.

We use third-party payment processors. By donating, you also agree to their terms of service and privacy policies.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may include links to third-party websites (e.g., payment processors, partner ministries). We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of these external sites. You access them at your own risk.

7. Privacy Policy

Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy (link to privacy policy), which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

8. Disclaimers

  • The information on this Site is provided for general ministry purposes only and is not intended as legal, financial, or medical advice.
  • While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content.
  • Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

The Site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Salem Hope and Caring Ministries and its volunteers, staff, or affiliates shall not be liable for any damages, including indirect or consequential damages, resulting from your use of or inability to use the Site or any content therein.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Salem Hope and Caring Ministries, its staff, volunteers, and affiliates from any claims or damages arising from your use of the Site, your content submissions, or your violation of these Terms.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to the Site at our sole discretion, with or without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or is otherwise harmful to the ministry.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that state for any disputes.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.