Terms of Use
Effective Date: January 12, 2026
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing helpgroup.org (the “Site”), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
Permitted Use
You may use this Site for lawful purposes only. Unauthorized use, including attempts to disrupt or misuse the Site, is prohibited.
Content Ownership
All content on this Site, including text, images, and videos, is owned by The Help Group Child and Family Center (operating as “Help Group”) or used with permission. You may not reproduce or distribute content without prior written consent.
Information You Provide
You are responsible for the accuracy of any information you submit through this Site. You agree not to provide false or misleading information or impersonate another person or entity.
Our collection and use of your personally identifiable information is described in our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may link to third-party platforms such as Eventbrite, FundraiseUp, and social media. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Security Policy
The security of your personally identifiable information is important to us. As such, we use reasonable security measures to protect your information. Specifically, our Security Sockets Layer (SSL) software encrypts all of your personally identifiable information, including but not limited to payment information.
Refund Policy
All refunds will be provided as a credit to the credit card used at the time of purchase within five (5) business days upon confirmation from the designated program and fiscal department.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend and hold Help Group and our partners, employees, and affiliates, harmless from any liability, loss, claim and expense, including reasonable attorney’s fees, related to your violation of these Terms or use of the Site.
Disclaimers
This site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. Content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.
Limitation of Liability
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL Help Group BE LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDING DAMAGES FROM LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOST PROFITS, LITIGATION, OR THE LIKE), SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, PUNITIVE, OR OTHER DAMAGES, UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATING TO THE SITE, YOUR SITE USE, OR THE CONTENT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. YOUR SOLE REMEDY FOR DISSATISFACTION WITH THE SITE AND/OR CONTENT IS TO CEASE ALL OF YOUR SITE USE.
You may have additional rights under certain laws (including consumer laws) which do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, or the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. If these laws apply to you, the exclusions or limitations in these Terms that directly conflict with such laws may not apply to you.
Accessibility
We are committed to maintaining an accessible website in compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards. For assistance, contact us at amarcellin@helpgroup.org.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Contact Us
Questions? Contact:
Alec Marcellin
Email: amarcellin@helpgroup.org
Mail: 13130 Burbank Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401