Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

 

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Hugs Around America Foundation website (“Site”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, you may not use the Site.

 

Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit any other user. You may not use the Site to send spam, malicious content, or harass others.

 

SMS Communications

By providing your phone number to Hugs Around America Foundation, you consent to receive text messages related to our services, donations, updates, and other communications relevant to the Site’s purpose. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP or contacting us at hugsaroundamerica@gmail.com. We are not liable for delays, errors, or failures in SMS delivery due to factors outside our control, including your carrier or device limitations.

 

Content

The content on this Site, including text, images, and multimedia, is for informational purposes only. Hugs Around America Foundation makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content.

 

Donations

Any donations made through the Site are voluntary and non-refundable unless explicitly stated otherwise. We are not responsible for errors, interruptions, or technical issues affecting donations.

 

Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these websites. Use of third-party links is at your own risk.

 

Disclaimers

The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Hugs Around America Foundation does not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free service, or that defects will be corrected.

 

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hugs Around America Foundation, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site, including SMS communications, donations, or content access. You agree that your use of the Site is at your sole risk.

 

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hugs Around America Foundation and its affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms and Conditions.

 

Privacy

Use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information, including your phone number for SMS communications.

 

Modifications

Hugs Around America Foundation may revise these Terms and Conditions at any time. The most current version will always be posted on the Site. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of any changes.

 

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

 

Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions or the Site, contact:

Email: hugsaroundamerica@gmail.com