Terms and Conditions

Chosen For Change, Inc.
Effective Date: June 10, 2026

Welcome to the Chosen For Change website. By accessing or using this website, registering for programs, making donations, participating in events, subscribing to communications, or otherwise engaging with our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If you do not agree with these Terms and Conditions, please do not use our website or services.

1. About Chosen For Change

Chosen For Change, Inc. ("Chosen For Change," "we," "our," or "us") is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals, families, and communities through programs, events, education, advocacy, support services, and community engagement initiatives.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 18 years old or have parental consent.

  • You will use the website in compliance with all applicable laws.

  • You agree to these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

3. Website Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.

You may not:

  • Violate any local, state, federal, or international laws.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems.

  • Upload harmful software, viruses, or malicious code.

  • Interfere with website functionality.

  • Use the website for fraudulent activities.

  • Impersonate another individual or organization.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

4. Donations and Contributions

All donations made to Chosen For Change are voluntary.

Unless otherwise stated:

  • Donations are non-refundable.

  • Donations will be used to support Chosen For Change programs, operations, and mission-related activities.

  • Chosen For Change reserves the right to allocate funds where they are most needed.

Donation receipts will be provided when applicable.

5. Event Registrations and Program Participation

Registration for events, workshops, conferences, retreats, or programs may require personal information and payment.

Chosen For Change reserves the right to:

  • Modify event schedules

  • Change locations

  • Substitute speakers or facilitators

  • Cancel events when necessary

Refund policies, if applicable, will be communicated separately for specific events or programs.

Participants are responsible for their own travel, lodging, and related expenses unless otherwise specified.

6. Intellectual Property

All website content is the property of Chosen For Change or its licensors, including but not limited to:

  • Logos

  • Graphics

  • Photographs

  • Videos

  • Written content

  • Program materials

  • Branding elements

  • Downloads and resources

No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

7. User-Submitted Content

If you submit comments, testimonials, photos, videos, stories, or other content to Chosen For Change:

You grant Chosen For Change a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, publish, display, and distribute such content for promotional, educational, fundraising, and organizational purposes.

You represent that you own or have permission to share the submitted content.

8. Communications Consent

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from Chosen For Change related to:

  • Programs

  • Events

  • Services

  • Volunteer opportunities

  • Fundraising campaigns

  • Organizational updates

You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.

9. SMS Terms and Conditions

By opting into SMS communications from Chosen For Change, you agree to receive recurring text messages related to:

  • Event reminders

  • Program updates

  • Community announcements

  • Volunteer opportunities

  • Fundraising campaigns

  • Organizational news

Message Frequency

Message frequency may vary based on your engagement and participation.

Message and Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier plan.

Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying:

STOP

After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages unless you opt in again.

Help Instructions

For assistance, reply:

HELP

or contact us directly.

Carrier Disclaimer

Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Privacy

Mobile phone numbers and SMS consent information are protected in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

10. Third-Party Services and Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, payment processors, social media networks, or external resources.

Chosen For Change does not control and is not responsible for:

  • Third-party content

  • Third-party policies

  • Third-party services

  • Third-party privacy practices

Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

11. Disclaimer

This website and all related services are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis.

Chosen For Change makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

  • Website availability

  • Accuracy of information

  • Reliability of content

  • Fitness for a particular purpose

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Chosen For Change shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

  • Website use

  • Program participation

  • Event attendance

  • Service interruptions

  • Third-party actions

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the website is to discontinue use.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Chosen For Change, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the website

  • Your violation of these Terms

  • Your violation of applicable laws

  • Your infringement of another person's rights

14. Changes to These Terms

Chosen For Change reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time.

Changes become effective upon posting to this website.

Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updated Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the appropriate courts located within Missouri.

16. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

Chosen For Change, Inc.
9420 West Florissant Ave., Dellwood, MO 63136
(314) 384-6332
info@chosenforchange.org
chosenforchange.org

Website & SMS Compliance Notice

By submitting forms on this website, you agree to receive communications from Chosen For Change. Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of any purchase or donation. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to unsubscribe and HELP for assistance. See our Privacy Policy for additional information regarding how your data is collected and protected.