Terms of Service

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website jadabascomfoundation.org (the "Site") operated by the Jada Bascom Foundation ("Foundation," "we," "our," or "us"), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

The Jada Bascom Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness about bone marrow donation and encouraging eligible individuals to join the bone marrow registry. Our Site provides educational information, resources for educators and families, and opportunities to support our mission through donations and volunteer activities.

Permitted Use

You may use our Site for lawful purposes, including:

• Learning about bone marrow donation and our Foundation's work
• Accessing educational resources for personal or classroom use
• Making donations to support our mission
• Contacting us with inquiries or to volunteer
• Sharing our content on social media with proper attribution

Prohibited Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site's operation or servers
• Transmit malware, viruses, or other harmful code
• Harvest or collect user information without consent
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without our permission
• Impersonate the Foundation or its representatives
• Submit false or misleading information through our forms
• Use our Site to solicit donations for other organizations

Donations to the Jada Bascom Foundation are processed through GiveButter, a secure third-party payment platform. By making a donation, you agree to GiveButter's terms of service and acknowledge that:

• All donations are voluntary and made without expectation of goods or services in return
• The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (EIN 27-0699765)
• Tax receipts will be provided for donations as required by law
• Donations are generally non-refundable unless made in error
• We reserve the right to decline any donation at our discretion

If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us within 30 days at the email address provided below.

The Foundation provides educational materials, including curriculum guides, activity sheets, and children's books, to promote awareness about bone marrow donation.

• Classroom Use: Educators may use our materials in educational settings without additional permission
• Personal Use: Families may use our materials for personal, non-commercial purposes
• Attribution: When sharing our materials, please credit the Jada Bascom Foundation
• No Modification: Materials should not be altered or used in a way that misrepresents our mission

Our educational content is designed for awareness and does not constitute medical advice. Materials do not encourage minors to register as donors but support informed understanding for future decision-making as adults.

All content on this Site, including text, images, graphics, logos, and educational materials, is the property of the Jada Bascom Foundation or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.

• Our logo and name are trademarks of the Jada Bascom Foundation
• You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission
• Photographs of Jada, Jeana Moore, and Foundation activities may not be used for commercial purposes
• Sharing our content on social media with links back to our Site is encouraged

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and services, including:

• Bone Marrow Registries: Links to NMDP (formerly Be The Match) and international registries
• Donation Processing: GiveButter for secure payment processing
• Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms

We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these third-party sites. Links do not imply endorsement. Please review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

The information provided on our Site is for educational and awareness purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

• Always consult a qualified healthcare provider with questions about medical conditions
• Bone marrow donation eligibility is determined by official registries, not our Foundation
• Information about donation procedures is general in nature and may vary by registry and location
• We do not provide medical consultations or recommendations

THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of content

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE JADA BASCOM FOUNDATION, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, VOLUNTEERS, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE, INCLUDING:

• Loss of data, revenue, or profits
• Errors or inaccuracies in content
• Personal injury or property damage
• Unauthorized access to your information
• Any third-party conduct or content

Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in donations during the twelve months preceding the claim, if any.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Jada Bascom Foundation and its officers, directors, volunteers, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit through our forms

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Texas.

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

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.