Terms of Use

Hope Love Smile Project

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Hope Love Smile Project (“HLSP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our website.

2. Use of Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not:

Violate any applicable laws or regulations
Infringe on the rights of others
Disrupt or damage the website or its functionality

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access if misuse is detected.

3. Donations

All donations made to HLSP are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise stated.

Hope Love Smile Project is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Donors are responsible for:

Providing accurate information
Ensuring eligibility for tax deductions

Official receipts will be provided for all donations.

4. Merchandise & External Store

HLSP may link to or promote merchandise through affiliated platforms.

Purchases are processed through third-party providers
HLSP is not responsible for transaction processing, shipping, or returns
Separate terms and policies may apply on those platforms

Purchases made through these channels may support HLSP’s mission.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, images, logos, graphics, and branding—is the property of Hope Love Smile Project unless otherwise stated.

You may not:

Reproduce, distribute, or modify content without written permission
Use HLSP branding for commercial purposes without authorization

You may share content for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution.

6. User Submissions

If you submit content (e.g., stories, photos, testimonials):

You grant HLSP a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and share that content for mission-related purposes
You confirm that you have the right to share the content
You agree that the content does not violate any laws or third-party rights

We reserve the right to remove content at our discretion.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

HLSP is not responsible for:

The content or practices of external sites
Any damages or issues arising from their use

Use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided “as is” and “as available.”

We do not guarantee that:

The website will be uninterrupted or error-free
Content will always be accurate or up to date

Your use of the site is at your own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hope Love Smile Project shall not be liable for any damages arising from:

Use or inability to use the website
Errors or omissions in content
Third-party services or links

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless HLSP, its directors, officers, and volunteers from any claims, damages, or expenses resulting from your use of the website or violation of these Terms.

11. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of those changes.

13. Governing Law

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

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact:

Hope Love Smile Project

Travis@hopelovesmileproject.org

Hope Love Smile Project operates as a nonprofit organization. Certain initiatives, including merchandise, may be fulfilled through affiliated entities that support our mission.