Terms of Use

Effective Date: September 16, 2026

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of shelter.org (the “Site”), operated by Shelter for Life International (“SFL,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

1. Use of the Site

You may use the Site for lawful, personal, and informational purposes, including learning about SFL’s mission and programs, making a donation, signing up for our newsletter, applying to volunteer, expressing interest in employment, and contacting us. You agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, our systems, or other users’ information

  • Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site

  • Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any form on the Site

  • Upload or transmit viruses, malicious code, or harmful content

2. Nonprofit Status

Shelter for Life International is incorporated as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization in the State of Wisconsin, USA, and is registered with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) as a Private Voluntary Organization.

3. Donations

Donations made through the Site are processed by DonorBox, a third-party donation platform. By making a donation, you agree to DonorBox’s applicable terms in addition to these Terms. Donations are voluntary contributions to a nonprofit organization; SFL does not sell products or services through the Site, and no goods or services are exchanged in return for a donation except where otherwise stated at the time of donation. All donations are subject to SFL’s donation and refund practices; contact us using the information in Section 12 if you believe a donation was made in error.

4. Forms and Submissions

The Site includes forms for newsletter sign-up, donations, volunteer applications, job interest, and general contact. By submitting information through any of these forms, you represent that the information you provide is accurate and that you have the right to submit it (including any resume, cover letter, or other file you upload). Information you submit is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and the SFL name and branding, is the property of Shelter for Life International or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may view and share content from the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes, but you may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or otherwise use SFL content for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.

6. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including DonorBox and social media platforms, that are not owned or controlled by SFL. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party site. Visiting a linked site is at your own risk and subject to that site’s own terms and privacy policy.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Shelter for Life International, its officers, directors, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Shelter for Life International and its officers, directors, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of your use of the Site or your violation of these Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Wisconsin.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, you can reach us at: