Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to Kakwanga Islamic Relief. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

Kakwanga Islamic Relief is a registered Community-Based Organization (CBO) committed to providing humanitarian aid and sustainable development programs in Uganda and surrounding regions. Our mission is guided by Islamic principles of compassion, dignity, and social justice.

If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access our website or use our services.

2. Website Usage Terms

2.1 Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to use the website:

• In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
• To transmit, or procure the sending of, any advertising or promotional material
• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the organization, an employee, another user, or any other person or entity
• To engage in any other conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the website

2.2 Account Registration

Some areas of our website may require registration. When you register, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

2.3 Website Availability

We do not guarantee that our website will be available at all times. We may experience hardware, software, or other problems or need to perform maintenance related to the website, resulting in interruptions, delays, or errors.

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Accurate Information

Users are responsible for providing accurate and truthful information when making donations, registering for programs, or communicating with our organization.

3.2 Respectful Communication

All communications through our website must be respectful and appropriate. We reserve the right to remove any content that we deem inappropriate, offensive, or harmful.

3.3 Security

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account information and passwords. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3.4 Compliance with Laws

Users must comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using our website and services, including but not limited to anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

The information on this website is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kakwanga Islamic Relief:

• Excludes all representations and warranties relating to this website and its contents
• Excludes all liability for damages arising out of or in connection with your use of this website
• Does not warrant that the website will be constantly available or available at all
• Does not warrant that the information on this website is complete, true, accurate, or non-misleading

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about our programs and impact, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all content on our website.

5. Limitation of Liability

Kakwanga Islamic Relief will not be liable for any consequential, incidental, indirect, or special damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our website or services.

Our total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) will not exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing our website.

This limitation applies to damages caused by:

• Errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies of content
• Personal injury or property damage resulting from your access to and use of our website
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our secure servers and/or any personal information stored therein
• Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from our website

6. Donation Terms

6.1 Donation Processing

All donations are processed securely through our trusted payment partners. We do not store credit card information on our servers.

6.2 Use of Donations

Donations will be used to support our humanitarian programs and operations as described on our website. While we make every effort to direct funds to specific programs as requested by donors, we reserve the right to allocate funds where they are most needed.

6.3 Refund Policy

Donations are generally non-refundable. However, if you believe an error has been made, please contact us within 30 days of your donation, and we will review your request on a case-by-case basis.

6.4 Tax Receipts

Tax receipts will be provided for donations as required by applicable law. It is the donor's responsibility to determine the tax deductibility of their donation.

6.5 Recurring Donations

For recurring donations, you authorize us to charge your payment method on a recurring basis. You may cancel recurring donations at any time by contacting us or through your donor account.

7. Privacy Practices

7.1 Information Collection

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you make a donation, register for programs, or contact us. This may include your name, email address, phone number, and payment information.

7.2 Information Use

We use your information to:

• Process donations and provide receipts
• Communicate with you about our programs and impact
• Respond to your inquiries and requests
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

7.3 Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except as described in our Privacy Policy or as required by law.

7.4 Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Intellectual Property Rights

8.1 Our Content

The website and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by Kakwanga Islamic Relief and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

8.3 Restrictions

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of our content
• Use our trademarks, logos, or other proprietary information without permission
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Use our content for commercial purposes without written permission

8.4 User Content

By submitting content to our website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, and display such content in connection with our mission and operations.

9. Organization Policies

9.1 Non-Discrimination

Kakwanga Islamic Relief is committed to providing services without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

9.2 Transparency and Accountability

We are committed to transparency in our operations and the use of donated funds. Annual reports and financial statements are available upon request.

9.3 Ethical Standards

Our organization operates according to the highest ethical standards, guided by Islamic principles and international humanitarian standards.

9.4 Safeguarding

We have robust safeguarding policies to protect vulnerable individuals, particularly children and women, in all our programs and activities.

9.5 Environmental Responsibility

We are committed to environmental sustainability and consider the environmental impact of our programs and operations.

10. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of our website after any modifications to the Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 5 business days.