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Terms of Use

Effective: 5/15/25

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Welcome to the website of Empty Chairs Inc. (“we,” “us,” “our”). These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website located at www.empty-chairs.org (“Site”). By using this Site, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

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If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

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1. Use of Website

The Site provides information about our nonprofit mission, programs, events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support or engage with Empty Chairs Inc. It is intended for lawful, personal, and non-commercial use by individuals 13 years of age or older.​

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2. User Conduct

By using this Site, you agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful or harmful purpose;

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or systems;

  • Introduce malware, viruses, or other harmful technology;

  • Impersonate any person or misrepresent your affiliation;

  • Interfere with the operation of the Site or any user’s enjoyment of it.

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3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site—including text, images, videos, logos, audio, graphics, documents, and downloadable resources—is the property of Empty Chairs Inc. or licensed to us and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may:

  • View and print pages from the Site for personal use.
    You may not:

  • Reproduce, modify, distribute, transmit, or otherwise exploit any content without prior written permission.

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4. Donations and Transactions

We use secure third-party services (such as Stripe) to process donations. By donating, you agree to the payment processor’s terms and privacy policies. Empty Chairs Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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5. User Submissions

If you voluntarily submit content—such as feedback, stories, testimonials, or photos—you:

  • Represent that you own or have rights to the content;

  • Grant Empty Chairs Inc. a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and publish the content for promotional or programmatic purposes (unless otherwise agreed in writing);

  • Understand that we will not share your submission publicly without your explicit consent.

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6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites for your convenience. These links do not signify endorsement, and we are not responsible for the availability, content, or privacy practices of third-party sites.​

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7. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site and its contents are provided “as is” and “as available.” While we strive for accuracy, Empty Chairs Inc. makes no representations or warranties of any kind—express or implied—regarding the Site’s reliability, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose.

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8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Empty Chairs Inc., its directors, officers, staff, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use or inability to use the Site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion of liability, so portions of this clause may not apply to you.

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9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Empty Chairs Inc. from and against any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Site.

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10. Compliance with Laws

You agree to comply with all applicable local, state, federal, and international laws in connection with your use of the Site. This includes U.S. export control laws and data protection laws (such as the GDPR and Colorado Privacy Act, where applicable).

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11. Modifications to the Terms

We may revise these Terms at any time. Any updates will be posted with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

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12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Denver, Colorado, unless both parties agree otherwise. You waive any right to participate in a class action or jury trial.

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13. Termination of Access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in any activity that may harm the integrity of our Site or mission.

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14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or need further clarification regarding these Terms, please contact:

Email: emptychairshome@gmail.com
Mailing Address:
Empty Chairs Inc.
P.O. Box 36202
Denver, CO 80236

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