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Terms of Use

Last Updated: October 10, 2025

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Welcome to Project Anchor Down. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of www.projectanchordown.org (the “Website”) and any content, features, or services offered on or through the Website. By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Website. If you are using the Website on behalf of an organization, you represent that you are authorized to accept these Terms on that organization’s behalf. You must be at least 18 years old to use the Website.

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1) Changes to These Terms

We may modify these Terms at any time by posting an updated version on the Website. Changes are effective upon posting. Your continued use of the Website after the “Last Updated” date constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

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2) Privacy Policy

Please review our Privacy Policy for information about how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information.

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3) Authorized Use and License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website and its publicly available content for personal, informational, and noncommercial purposes, subject to these Terms. Any other use, including commercial use, is prohibited without our prior written permission.

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4) Intellectual Property

All content on the Website—including text, images, graphics, videos, logos, icons, designs, layout, and compilation (collectively, “Content”)—is owned by Project Anchor Down or our licensors and is protected by U.S. and international intellectual property laws. Except for the limited license above, no rights are granted to you by implication or otherwise. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, publicly display, perform, or create derivative works from the Content without our prior written consent. Trademarks “Project Anchor Down,” our name, logos, look-and-feel, and any related marks are trademarks or service marks of Project Anchor Down in the United States. You may not use our marks, metatags, or “hidden text” without our prior written permission, or in any manner likely to cause confusion or imply endorsement.

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5) Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

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

  • Copy, scrape, crawl, harvest, index, or otherwise extract data or Content (manually or by automated tools such as bots, spiders, or crawlers) except as enabled by standard web browsers for personal viewing.

  • Interfere with or disrupt the Website’s operation; probe, scan, or test vulnerabilities; or attempt unauthorized access to systems or data.

  • Upload or transmit malware or other harmful code.

  • Frame, mirror, or deep link to any part of the Website without our written permission.

  • Misrepresent your identity or provide false information in any form, including donations or event registrations.

We may suspend or terminate your access for any violation, without notice.

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6) User Submissions, Feedback, and Event Media

If you submit ideas, feedback, proposals, stories, photos, videos, testimonials, or other content to us via the Website, email, forms (including Google Forms), or event platforms (collectively, “Submissions”), you grant Project Anchor Down a worldwide, non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, publicly perform and display, and create derivative works from the Submissions in any media for our mission-related, educational, operational, and promotional purposes. You represent that you have all rights necessary to grant this license and that your Submissions do not violate third-party rights or applicable laws. Event photos and videos may be captured to document our mission, programs, and community. By attending our events or volunteering, you consent to our capture and use of your image, voice, and likeness in accordance with this section and any event-specific notice, unless prohibited by law or you opt out in writing when such opt-out is offered.

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7) Donations, Payments, and Merchandise

You can support our mission through donations and purchases made via our Website. Payments may be processed by third-party providers such as Wix Payments, PayPal, Cash App, Zelle, or your bank (wire transfer). We do not store full payment card details on our servers. All transactions are subject to the third party’s terms and privacy policies.

  • Donations. Unless expressly stated otherwise, donations are voluntary and non-refundable. Project Anchor Down, Inc. is a Florida nonprofit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donation receipts may be issued by our payment provider or by us; consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility.

  • Merchandise. If merchandise is offered directly through our Website, sales are subject to our posted terms (including shipping, returns, and refunds) and any applicable platform terms. Availability, pricing, and timelines are not guaranteed.

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8) Events, Volunteer Signups, and Waivers

We may host or list events and volunteer opportunities through our Website and third-party platforms (including Eventbrite and volunteercleanup.org). Registrations may require acceptance of platform terms and our own waivers or releases (for example, safety acknowledgments or media releases). You agree to comply with all event instructions and applicable waivers. Certain activities may involve inherent risks; by participating, you assume such risks to the fullest extent permitted by law.

 

9) Third-Party Platforms and Links

The Website may link to or integrate with third-party sites and services (for example, Wix, Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, Eventbrite, volunteercleanup.org, PayPal, Cash App, Zelle). We do not control these services and are not responsible for their content, terms, or privacy practices. Review their policies before using those services.

 

10) Communications

By providing your email address or other contact information, you consent to receive operational and promotional communications from us, subject to applicable law. You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link in the email or by contacting us as set out below.

 

11) Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.” TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PROJECT ANCHOR DOWN DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF MALICIOUS CODE, OR THAT CONTENT WILL BE ACCURATE OR CURRENT.

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12) Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PROJECT ANCHOR DOWN AND ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, VOLUNTEERS, AGENTS, AND SUPPLIERS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, GOODWILL, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE OR CONTENT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE WEBSITE OR THESE TERMS WILL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100) OR THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US FOR THE SERVICE OR TRANSACTION GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM (IF ANY).

Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations; in such cases, the above limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted.

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13) Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Project Anchor Down and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Website, your Submissions, or your violation of these Terms or applicable law.

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14) Copyright Complaints (DMCA)

If you believe content on the Website infringes your copyright, send a written notice that complies with 17 U.S.C. §512(c)(3) to our designated agent:

DMCA Agent
Project Anchor Down
11200 SW 8th St, AHC1 224
Miami, FL 33199
Email: projectanchordown@gmail.com

Knowingly misrepresenting infringement may subject you to liability for damages, including costs and attorneys’ fees.

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15) International Use

The Website is controlled from the United States and is intended for U.S. users. If you access the Website from outside the U.S., you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws. You may not use or export the Website or Content in violation of U.S. export laws and regulations.

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16) Governing Law; Venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict-of-laws rules. You agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to the Website or these Terms will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

 

17) Equitable Relief

You agree that a breach or threatened breach of Sections 4 or 5 may cause irreparable harm for which monetary damages would be inadequate. We may seek injunctive or other equitable relief without posting bond, in addition to other remedies available at law.

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18) Separate Agreements; Entire Agreement; Severability; Waiver; Assignment

You may have additional written agreements with us; those agreements are separate and control to the extent of any conflict with these Terms for the specific subject matter addressed. These Terms constitute the entire agreement regarding your use of the Website. If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain in full force. Our failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver. You may not assign these Terms without our consent; we may assign them to an affiliate or in connection with a reorganization.

 

19) Contact Us

Project Anchor Down
11200 SW 8th St, AHC1 224
Miami, FL 33199
Email: projectanchordown@gmail.com

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