Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website operated by the New College Foundation, Inc. ("Foundation," "we," "us," or "our") at newcollegefoundation.org (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of those modifications.

About the Foundation

The New College Foundation is a Florida not-for-profit corporation recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN: 59-3841027). The Foundation is registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services under charitable solicitation registration number CH-48201. Our principal office is located at 1280 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 340, Sarasota, FL 34243.

Use of the Website

The Site is provided for informational purposes and to facilitate scholarship applications, program registrations, and charitable donations. You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with these Terms. You may not: (a) use the Site in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation; (b) attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, other accounts, or computer systems or networks connected to the Site; (c) interfere with or disrupt the operation of the Site or the servers or networks used to make the Site available; or (d) submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through the Site's forms or portals.

Scholarship Application Terms

By submitting a scholarship application through the Foundation's portal, you represent and warrant that all information provided is true, accurate, and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that the submission of an application does not guarantee an award, that all scholarship decisions are made at the sole discretion of the independent Scholarship Review Committee, and that the Foundation reserves the right to verify any information you submit.

If you receive a scholarship award, you agree to: (a) maintain the academic standards specified in your award letter, including minimum GPA and enrollment requirements; (b) notify the Foundation promptly of any changes in your enrollment status, financial circumstances, or contact information; (c) provide verification of enrollment and academic standing as requested; and (d) comply with any additional conditions specified in your individual scholarship agreement. Failure to meet these requirements may result in reduction, suspension, or revocation of your award.

Donation Terms

All donations made through the Site are voluntary charitable contributions to the New College Foundation. Donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors and are non-refundable except in cases of documented processing errors, in which case refunds will be issued within 30 days of notification. If you designate your gift for a specific scholarship fund or program, we will make every reasonable effort to honor that designation. In the rare event that a designated fund is discontinued or fully funded, we will contact you to discuss alternative designations or, if you prefer, redirect the gift to the area of greatest need.

Tax receipts for donations of $250 or more are issued electronically within 24 hours of processing. For donations under $250, your bank or credit card statement serves as your record of contribution. The Foundation does not provide goods or services in exchange for donations, and the full amount of your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of the New College Foundation or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may view, download, and print content from the Site for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided that you do not remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices. Any other use, including reproduction, modification, distribution, transmission, or display of the content, requires prior written permission from the Foundation.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all content, materials, and services provided through the Site are offered on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy. The Foundation does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. The Foundation does not warrant that the Scholarship Eligibility Estimator or any other interactive tool will produce accurate or complete results; these tools are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute a commitment to award any scholarship.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the New College Foundation, its officers, directors, trustees, employees, agents, and volunteers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of or inability to use the Site, including but not limited to damages for loss of data, revenue, or other intangible losses, even if the Foundation has been advised of the possibility of such damages. The Foundation's total aggregate liability for any claims arising from your use of the Site shall not exceed one hundred dollars ($100).

Links to Third-Party Websites

The Site may contain links to websites operated by third parties. These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify our endorsement of such websites or their content. The Foundation has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party website you visit.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict-of-law provisions. Any legal action arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be filed exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Sarasota County, Florida, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

Contact Information

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

New College Foundation, Inc.
1280 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 340
Sarasota, FL 34243
Phone: (941) 555-0276
Email: [email protected]