Terms of Use /

User Agreement

Effective Date: April, 2026

Welcome to Hope Takes Flight, Inc. (“Hope Takes Flight,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website located at www.hopetakesflightinc.com, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Use.

If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

1. About Our Organization

Hope Takes Flight is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the air transport of rescued animals to safe shelters, foster homes, and permanent residences.

2. Use of Website

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

  • Use the site in any way that violates laws or regulations

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

  • Use the website to transmit harmful or malicious content

  • Interfere with the functionality or security of the site

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to users who violate these terms.

3. Donations

All donations made through our website are:

  • Voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise stated

  • Used to support our nonprofit mission and operations

We use secure third-party payment processors and do not store your financial information directly.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including:

Text

  • Images

  • Logos

  • Graphics

  • Design

is the property of Hope Takes Flight unless otherwise stated and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our content without written permission.

5. Animal Transport Disclaimer

Hope Takes Flight strives to ensure safe and responsible animal transport; however:

  • We do not guarantee outcomes related to animal health, behavior, or placement

  • We are not liable for unforeseen events during transport, including delays or emergencies

  • Partner organizations and volunteers operate independently in some cases

Use of our services is at your own risk and subject to additional agreements where applicable.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for:

  • The content or accuracy of those sites

  • Their privacy practices

  • Any damages resulting from their use

Accessing third-party links is at your own discretion.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hope Takes Flight shall not be liable for any:

  • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Loss of data, revenue, or opportunities

  • Issues arising from use or inability to use the website

8. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use your information.

9. User Submissions

If you submit any content (forms, messages, applications, photos):

  • You grant us permission to use, reproduce, and share that content for nonprofit purposes

  • You confirm that the content is accurate and lawful

10. Changes to Term

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of the site means you accept the revised terms.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact:

Hope Takes Flight, Inc.

Email: info@hopetakesflightinc.com

Website: https://www.hopetakesflightinc.com