Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before using our website and services.

Last Updated: February 15, 2026
Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using the thebrighthavencenter.org website operated by The Bright Haven Center. Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.
By accessing or using the Service you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms then you may not access the Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. About Our Organization

The Bright Haven Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering youth and strengthening families in South Florida.

3. Use of Service

3.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years of age to use this Service. If you are under 18, you represent that you have your parent or guardian's permission to use the Service.

3.2 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to use the Service:

3.3 User Accounts

If you create an account with us, you are responsible for:

You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to or use of your username or password or any other breach of security.

4. SMS/Text Messaging Terms

4.1 Consent

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to our text messaging service, you consent to receive SMS messages from The Bright Haven Center as described in our Privacy Policy.

4.2 Message Frequency and Charges

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You are responsible for any charges imposed by your mobile carrier.

4.3 Opt-Out

You may opt out at any time by:

4.4 Service Availability

We do not guarantee that text messages will be delivered to you in a timely manner or at all. We are not liable for delays or failures in message delivery caused by your mobile carrier, internet service provider, or other factors beyond our control.

5. Donations and Financial Transactions

5.1 Donation Policy

All donations to The Bright Haven Center are voluntary and are used to support our mission and programs as described on our website.

5.2 Tax Deductibility

Donations to The Bright Haven Center are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. We will provide a receipt for your donation for tax purposes.

5.3 Refund Policy

Donations are generally non-refundable. However, if you believe an error has occurred or have concerns about a donation, please contact us at [email protected] within 30 days of the transaction.

5.4 Recurring Donations

If you set up recurring donations:

5.5 Payment Processing

We use third-party payment processors to handle financial transactions. By making a donation, you agree to the terms and conditions of our payment processor(s).

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of The Bright Haven Center and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

6.2 Trademarks

Our name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of The Bright Haven Center. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

6.3 User-Generated Content

If you submit, post, or upload content to our Service:

7. Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by The Bright Haven Center. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. THE BRIGHT HAVEN CENTER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

9. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE BRIGHT HAVEN CENTER, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR AFFILIATES, BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, some of the above limitations may not apply to you.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless The Bright Haven Center and its licensors and licensees, and their employees, contractors, agents, officers, and directors, from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses arising from your use of and access to the Service or your violation of any term of these Terms.

11. Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy, which also governs the Service and informs users of our data collection practices.

12. Volunteer and Program Participation

12.1 Assumption of Risk

If you participate in our programs, volunteer activities, or events, you acknowledge that such activities may involve inherent risks and you voluntarily assume all such risks.

12.2 Release of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, you release The Bright Haven Center from any and all liability for injuries or damages that may occur during participation in our programs or activities, except for injuries caused by our gross negligence or willful misconduct.

12.3 Media Release

By participating in our programs or events, you grant us permission to use photographs, videos, or other media featuring you for promotional and educational purposes, unless you notify us otherwise in writing.

13. Modifications to Service and Terms

We reserve the right to withdraw or amend our Service in our sole discretion without notice. We may revise and update these Terms from time to time. Your continued use of the Service following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15. Dispute Resolution

15.1 Informal Resolution

If you have any dispute with us, you agree to first contact us at [email protected] and attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

15.2 Binding Arbitration

If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association, except where prohibited by law.

15.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any arbitration or proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between you and us individually. There is no right or authority for any dispute to be arbitrated on a class-action basis.

16. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Bright Haven Center regarding the use of the Service and supersede all prior and contemporaneous written or oral agreements.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of such provision shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of these Terms, which shall remain in full force and effect.

19. Waiver

No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term, and our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

20. Contact Information

Questions About These Terms?

The Bright Haven Center

12955 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami, Florida 33181

[email protected]

www.thebrighthavencenter.org

BY USING THE SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM.