**Terms of Service**
**Effective Date:** October 5, 2026
Welcome to the official website of **The Humanity First Foundation** (accessible at [thehumanityfirstfoundation.org.in](https://thehumanityfirstfoundation.org.in)). The Humanity First Foundation is a formally registered non-profit trust dedicated to driving sustainable social development, primary education for needy children, healthcare security, and vocational literacy across **Uttarakhand State**, operating from its principal headquarters in **Haldwani (District Nainital)**.
By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website.
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### 1. Acceptance of Terms
By using this Website, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age or are accessing the Website under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian. These Terms apply to all visitors, donors, volunteers, and others who access or use the Website.
### 2. Charitable Donations & Appeals
* **Voluntary Contributions:** All donations made to The Humanity First Foundation via the Website, QR codes, or bank details are voluntary.
* **Utilization of Funds:** Donations are utilized directly to fund our vital programs, including children’s welfare, education of needy children, health and family welfare, emergency medical appeals (e.g., NICU support), and vocational skill development.
* **Accuracy of Information:** We make every effort to verify medical reports and information regarding urgent appeals (such as specific patient cases posted on the Website). However, the information is provided transparently based on hospital and clinical assessments available to us.
* **Refund Policy:** As a non-profit trust managing immediate relief funds, donations are generally non-refundable once processed. Please ensure accuracy before finalizing your transaction.
### 3. Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise stated, all content on this Website—including logos, graphics, text, program details, medical appeal documents, and software—is the property of The Humanity First Foundation or its content creators and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws in India. Unauthorized reproduction, modification, or distribution of this material without prior written consent is strictly prohibited.
### 4. User Conduct & Prohibited Uses
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes. You are strictly prohibited from:
* Using the Website to conduct any fraudulent activity or misrepresent your identity or affiliation.
* Attempting to interfere with the proper working of the Website, including introducing viruses, trojan horses, or executing denial-of-service attacks.
* Copying or scraping content from the Website to create unauthorized mirrors or competitive platforms.
### 5. Limitation of Liability
The Website and its contents are provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. While we strive to maintain secure and accurate operations, The Humanity First Foundation does not guarantee that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely free of malicious vectors. In no event shall the trust, its trustees, employees, or authorized agents be held liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use or inability to use the Website.
### 6. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party web sites or services (such as medical reports, payment gateways, or design partner links like Haldwanicity.com) that are not owned or controlled by the foundation. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.
### 7. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any legal actions, disputes, or proceedings arising out of these Terms or use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Haldwani / Nainital, Uttarakhand.
### 8. Changes to Terms of Service
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. Any changes will become effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the platform after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
### 9. Contact Information
For any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:
* **Organization Name:** The Humanity First Foundation
* **Headquarters:** Haldwani, District Nainital, Uttarakhand, India
* **Website:** [thehumanityfirstfoundation.org.in](https://thehumanityfirstfoundation.org.in)