Terms and Conditions

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Effective Date: Sept 01, 2024

Welcome to the official website of GEP Foundation. Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before using our website. By accessing or using the site, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any of these Terms, please do not use our website.


1. ABOUT GEP FOUNDATION

GEP Foundation is a PAN-India non-governmental trust committed to social welfare and sustainable development. We are officially registered under 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act of India, allowing tax-exempt donations. Our initiatives focus on:

  • Environment & Plantation

  • Girls’ Education & Women Empowerment

  • Education & Skill Building

  • Sanitation & Community Services

We are also registered with NGO DARPAN and NITI Aayog.


2. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

By using this website (www.gepfoundation.org or associated domains), you confirm that you accept these Terms and agree to comply with them. These Terms apply to all users, including donors, volunteers, and visitors.


3. USE OF WEBSITE CONTENT

  • All information, text, logos, images, videos, and other content on this site are the property of GEP Foundation unless otherwise stated.

  • You may view, download, or print content for personal and non-commercial use only.

  • You must not republish, sell, lease, or commercially exploit our website content without prior written consent from GEP Foundation.


4. DONATIONS AND TAX BENEFITS

  • Donations made to GEP Foundation are voluntary and non-refundable.

  • All eligible donations are tax-exempt under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, and donors will receive a receipt for tax filing purposes.

  • Donors are responsible for providing accurate personal and payment information.

  • We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any donation in the case of fraudulent or suspicious activity.


5. PRIVACY AND DATA USE

  • GEP Foundation is committed to protecting your personal data. Our Privacy Policy governs how we collect, store, and use information.

  • Personal data will not be sold or shared with third parties, except as required by law or with donor consent.


6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

  • Our website may contain links to third-party websites for informational or collaborative purposes.

  • We do not control and are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites. Users are encouraged to review third-party terms and policies.


7. VOLUNTEERING & USER SUBMISSIONS

  • Volunteers who register via our website agree to provide truthful, complete information.

  • GEP Foundation reserves the right to approve or deny volunteer participation based on our needs and criteria.

  • Any content (testimonials, photos, blogs) submitted by users may be used by the Foundation for promotional or documentation purposes, with due credit when applicable.


8. EVENT PARTICIPATION

  • Events organized or supported by GEP Foundation are subject to individual terms, guidelines, or codes of conduct which participants must follow.

  • The Foundation is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage during event participation unless proven negligent.


9. WEBSITE ACCESS AND AVAILABILITY

  • We strive to maintain uptime and secure access; however, we cannot guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access at all times.

  • We may suspend, update, or restrict access for maintenance or system upgrades without prior notice.


10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

  • All trademarks, logos, taglines (e.g., “Creating Change Through Education, Environment & Empowerment”) are owned by GEP Foundation.

  • Any misuse, unauthorized use, or replication may lead to legal action.


11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

  • GEP Foundation is not liable for any direct, indirect, or incidental damages arising out of the use of or inability to use this website.

  • We are not responsible for any delay or failure in performance caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control.


12. MODIFICATION OF TERMS

  • GEP Foundation reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice.

  • Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the website. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.


13. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any dispute arising out of or related to the website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in Delhi, India.


14. CONTACT US

For any queries regarding these Terms and Conditions, please reach out to:

GEP Foundation
📧 Email: csr@gepfoundation.org
🌐 Website: www.gepfoundation.org