Terms & Conditions

1. About DFYN Foundation

DFYN Foundation is a non-profit humanitarian organization based in Nigeria, serving local and international beneficiaries. References to "we," "us," "our," or "the Foundation" refer to DFYN Foundation. References to "you" or "your" refer to any user, donor, volunteer, partner, or visitor of our website.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using our website, donating, applying to volunteer, submitting partnership inquiries, subscribing to our newsletter, or participating in any Foundation activity, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions, including any future amendments.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to donate, volunteer, or enter into any agreement with us. If you are under 18, you may only use our website with parental or guardian consent. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone at our sole discretion.

4. Website Usage and Acceptable Conduct

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the site. Prohibited activities include:

• Unauthorized access, hacking, or introducing malware.
• Posting false, misleading, or defamatory content.
• Attempting to interfere with website functionality.
• Using our site for spam, scams, or fraudulent activities.
• Harassing, abusing, or threatening our staff, volunteers, or beneficiaries.

5. Donations

All donations made to DFYN Foundation are voluntary and non-refundable unless an error occurs in processing. We reserve the right to refuse or return any donation at our discretion. Donations are processed through secure third-party payment gateways. You represent that you have the legal right to use the payment method provided. For donation disputes, contact us within 30 days of the transaction.

6. Volunteer Participation

Volunteers offer their time and skills voluntarily without expectation of compensation. By applying to volunteer, you confirm that the information provided is accurate. We may conduct background checks where required by law or program needs. Volunteer assignments are subject to availability and our internal policies. We reserve the right to terminate any volunteer relationship for misconduct, safety violations, or breach of these terms.

7. Partnership Applications

Partnership inquiries do not constitute a formal agreement. Any partnership arrangement requires a separate written agreement signed by both parties. We reserve the right to evaluate, accept, or decline partnership applications at our sole discretion.

8. Event Participation

By registering for or attending any DFYN Foundation event (online or physical), you agree to comply with event rules, safety guidelines, and code of conduct. You assume all risks associated with event participation. We reserve the right to refuse entry or remove any attendee for disruptive, unsafe, or inappropriate behavior.

9. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, testimonials, photos, or other content to our website or social media, you grant DFYN Foundation a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, modify, publish, and display such content for our humanitarian purposes. You warrant that you own or have permission to share the content and that it does not violate any laws.

10. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the property of DFYN Foundation or its licensors and is protected by Nigerian and international copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use.

11. Disclaimers

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Nigerian law, DFYN Foundation, its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers, and partners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or services, including but not limited to loss of data, reputation, or donations, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount of any donation you made in the preceding 12 months or ₦50,000 (whichever is less).

13. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only and do not constitute endorsement. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You access them at your own risk.

14. Fundraising Activities

Any individual or entity wishing to fundraise on behalf of DFYN Foundation must obtain prior written authorization. Unauthorized fundraising is prohibited. We reserve the right to investigate and take legal action against fraudulent fundraising activities.

15. Misuse Prevention and Monitoring

We reserve the right to monitor website activity, investigate potential violations of these terms, and cooperate with law enforcement authorities. We may suspend or terminate your access to our website or services without notice for any reason, including suspected misuse.

16. Account Registration and Restrictions

Some features may require account registration. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities under your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or remain inactive for extended periods.

17. International Users

Our website is accessible from countries worldwide. By using our services, you consent to having your data processed in Nigeria or other countries where we operate. You are responsible for complying with local laws applicable to you.

18. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any dispute arising from or relating to these terms or your use of our services shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If unresolved, the dispute shall be submitted to binding arbitration in Lagos, Nigeria, in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, Cap A18, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. Each party shall bear its own arbitration costs. Class actions and jury trials are waived.

19. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DFYN Foundation and its trustees, officers, employees, volunteers, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms & Conditions, misuse of our website, or violation of any law or third-party rights.

20. Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or removed to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

21. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of our website or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

22. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and DFYN Foundation regarding your use of our website and services, superseding any prior agreements.