Terms of Service
Welcome to Kids Hospitals ("KidsHospitals.org," "we," "our," or "us"). These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at www.kidshospitals.org (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.
1. Purpose of the Platform
KidsHospitals.org is an informational platform that aims to support and promote awareness of children’s hospitals and related healthcare causes. We provide users with access to stories, resources, and donation links to third-party hospital websites. We are not a registered charity organization, nor are we a medical service provider, emergency service, or financial assistance program.
2. No Professional Advice or Services
The content provided on this Site is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, legal advice, financial advice, or professional guidance. You should consult with appropriate professionals regarding any individual circumstances.
3. No Donation Processing or Solicitation
KidsHospitals.org does not accept or process donations of any kind. We do not collect or store payment information and will never request or require a donation from any user. All donations are made directly through external hospital websites. When you donate, you are bound by the terms and privacy policies of those third-party platforms.
4. User Submissions and Requests
By submitting forms or messages through the Site, you represent that all information provided is truthful and that you are authorized to act on behalf of any hospital, organization, or individual referenced. Submission of a request does not guarantee a response, listing, or partnership. Response times may vary and we may not respond to all submissions.
5. Hospital Listings and Removal Requests
Hospitals listed on the Site are sourced through public information or voluntary submission. If you represent a hospital and wish to request a removal or correction, please contact us.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on KidsHospitals.org, including text, graphics, logos, and design, is the property of Kids Hospitals or its content creators and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this Site without prior written permission.
7. Copyright Infringement Claims
If you believe that content on our Site infringes on your copyright, please notify us immediately. Include your name, contact information, a description of the infringing material, and the basis of your claim.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. Kids Hospitals makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the availability, accuracy, or reliability of the Site or its content. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kids Hospitals shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
10. Legal Disclosure
Kids Hospitals is not a registered charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or under any state charitable solicitation law. Any links provided on this Site to donation pages, hospitals, or charitable organizations are for convenience only. We do not collect, process, or receive any portion of charitable contributions and we do not make representations regarding the tax-deductibility or legitimacy of any third-party recipients.
Kids Hospitals does not solicit charitable contributions on its own behalf. Any contribution made through an external hospital or healthcare organization's website is the responsibility of that third-party entity. Users should direct questions about contributions, receipts, or tax status directly to the hospital or organization receiving the funds.
We recommend verifying the registration and standing of any charitable organization before making a donation. We disclaim any responsibility or liability arising from donations made through external links on this Site.
11. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
12. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Virginia, without regard to conflict of law principles.
13. Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or notices, please contact us.
Last updated: March 2, 2025