Terms of Service

Welcome to the Threads for iKasi Foundation website. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services provided by Threads for iKasi Foundation, a registered Non-Profit Company (NPC Registration: 2024/352240/08) in South Africa. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. About Threads for iKasi Foundation

Threads for iKasi Foundation is a registered Non-Profit Company dedicated to empowering underprivileged children through education support and dignity initiatives. Our primary programs include:

• 1000 Uniforms Back 2 School Campaign
• Dignity Packs distribution
• Community empowerment initiatives
• Educational support programs

3. Website Use

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree to use the website in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations.

Prohibited Activities

You may not use our website to:

• Transmit any unlawful, harmful, threatening, or offensive content
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Interfere with or disrupt the website's operation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Collect personal information from other users
• Use the website for any commercial purpose without our written consent

4. Donations and Payments

Donation Policy

All donations made through our website are voluntary contributions to support our charitable activities. By making a donation, you acknowledge that:

• Donations are non-refundable except in cases of processing errors
• You are the rightful owner of the payment method used
• Donations will be used to further our charitable objectives
• You will receive a tax receipt for South African tax-deductible donations

Payment Processing

We use third-party payment processors to handle donations securely. By making a donation, you agree to the terms of service of our payment providers.

Recurring Donations

For monthly giving programs, you authorize us to charge your payment method monthly until you cancel. You may cancel at any time by contacting us.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Threads for iKasi Foundation and is protected by South African and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

6. User Content

If you submit content to our website (such as comments, feedback, or testimonials), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute such content for our charitable purposes. You represent that you own all rights to the content you submit.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

8. Disclaimers

Website Availability

While we strive to maintain continuous access to our website, we do not guarantee that the website will be available at all times. We may suspend access for maintenance or updates without notice.

Content Accuracy

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of information on our website, but we cannot guarantee that all content is completely accurate, current, or complete.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Threads for iKasi Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our website or services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Threads for iKasi Foundation, its directors, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our website or violation of these Terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or our foundation.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

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

Thank you for supporting Threads for iKasi Foundation. Together, we're building stronger communities through education and dignity initiatives.