Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website of Equus Charities of the Lowcountry ("we," "us," or "our"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website.

Equus Charities of the Lowcountry is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located at 1 Equestrian Way, Bluffton, SC 29910. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our website.

2. Use of Website

Our website is provided for informational purposes related to the mission, events, and activities of Equus Charities of the Lowcountry. You may use the website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation.
• Use the website to transmit or send unsolicited commercial communications.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the website.
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or the servers and networks connected to the website.
• Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device, process, or means to access the website for any purpose, including monitoring or copying any material on the website.
• Introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful.

3. Intellectual Property

The content, features, and functionality of this website — including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, and design elements — are the property of Equus Charities of the Lowcountry or its licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any material from our website without our prior written consent, except as follows:

• Your computer may temporarily store copies of such materials in RAM incidental to your accessing and viewing those materials.
• You may store files that are automatically cached by your web browser for display enhancement purposes.
• You may print or download one copy of a reasonable number of pages of the website for your own personal, non-commercial use and not for further reproduction, publication, or distribution.

4. User Conduct

When using our website, including any forms, donation portals, or interactive features, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information where requested.
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of any account credentials you may use.
• Not impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.
• Not engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the website.

5. Donations

Donations made through our website are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise required by law. All donations are processed by third-party payment processors and are subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies. Equus Charities of the Lowcountry is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, and donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Please consult your tax advisor for specific guidance.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Equus Charities of the Lowcountry. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of any such third-party websites or services.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis 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. Equus Charities of the Lowcountry does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Equus Charities of the Lowcountry, its officers, directors, board members, volunteers, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, or goodwill, arising out of or related to your use of or inability to use the website, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Equus Charities of the Lowcountry, its officers, directors, board members, volunteers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your violation of these Terms or your use of the website.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or the website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Beaufort County, South Carolina, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

11. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If a revision is material, we will provide reasonable notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. Your continued use of the website after any changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

13. Contact Information

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