Terms of Service
Effective Date: 10/14/2025
Nonprofit Disclosure
Centered America is a registered 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization incorporated in Missouri.
Purchases made through our online store directly support our mission-driven programs, outreach efforts, and community initiatives across the United States.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By visiting or using the Centered America website, submitting a form, making a donation, or purchasing merchandise, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”), our Privacy Policy, and our Refund Policy.
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website and services.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to purchase products, submit forms, or participate in events or volunteer programs.
Individuals under 18 may donate or make purchases only with guardian consent or legal authorization.
3. Program Participation
Participation in Centered America programs, including volunteering, civic partnerships, campus chapters, or community events, is voluntary and subject to approval.
By participating, you acknowledge that:
You are not entitled to compensation unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Your participation may be subject to local regulations or additional agreements.
Centered America may revoke participation for safety, eligibility, or organizational reasons.
We may contact you regarding upcoming opportunities or mission updates.
4. Purchases, Pre-Orders & Donations
All payments are securely processed through Stripe.
Centered America does not store or access your full credit- or debit-card details.
By completing a purchase or donation, you agree to:
Provide accurate, authorized payment information.
Receive receipts, confirmations, and relevant communications about your transaction.
Understand that pre-orders and unshipped purchases are eligible for full refunds under our Refund Policy.
Memberships or recurring donations may include renewal reminders or mission updates; you may unsubscribe anytime.
5. Intellectual Property
All logos, trademarks, text, graphics, and media on this site are the intellectual property of Centered America unless otherwise stated.
You may not reproduce or distribute our materials without prior written consent.
If you submit testimonials, photos, or videos, you grant Centered America a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use them for promotional, educational, or advocacy purposes consistent with our Privacy Policy.
6. Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to:
Use the site for unlawful, deceptive, or harmful purposes.
Submit false or unauthorized information.
Interfere with website functionality or security.
Impersonate any individual or organization.
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for misuse or violations.
7. Third-Party Services
Our website is hosted on Squarespace and uses Stripe for payment processing.
While we select trusted providers, Centered America is not responsible for outages, data incidents, or policy changes by these platforms.
For more information, review:
Squarespace Privacy Policy
8. Refunds & Order Policies
Refunds and exchanges are governed by our Refund Policy.
Summary:
You may request a full refund before shipment.
After shipment, refunds apply only to verified damaged, defective, or incorrect items.
Donations are generally non-refundable except in the case of a processing error or duplicate charge.
9. Disclaimers
All website content and services are provided “as is.”
Centered America makes no warranties regarding uninterrupted availability or error-free operation.
We are not liable for injuries, damages, or losses sustained through participation in our events, programs, or website use.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Centered America, its officers, and affiliates are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:
Use or inability to use our site or services,
Technical errors or delays, or
Loss of data, profits, or goodwill.
Where prohibited by law, our liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted.
11. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
Significant updates will be communicated via email to subscribers or displayed prominently on our site.
12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Missouri, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Any disputes will be resolved in the appropriate Missouri courts.
13. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms, please contact: info@centeredamerica.org
A downloadable PDF version of these Terms is available upon request.