Terms of Service

Salmon Bay K8 Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) Fundraiser Website

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Salmon Bay K8 Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) Fundraiser Website (the "Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Website.

2. 501(c)(3) Status  

Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting Salmon Bay K8. Donations made to FOSB may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult with a tax professional for advice.

3. Donation of Items

  • Eligibility: We welcome donations of new or gently used items for our online auction. Donors must have the legal right to donate the items.

  • Item Description: Donors are responsible for providing accurate and complete descriptions of donated items.

  • Donation Acceptance: FOSB reserves the right to refuse any donation that does not meet our standards or is deemed unsuitable for the auction.

  • Item Valuation: FOSB is not responsible for determining the fair market value of donated items. Donors are responsible for valuing their donations for tax purposes.

  • Item Ownership: Upon donation, all items become the property of Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB).

4. Community Celebration and Online Auction

  • Event Information: The Website provides information about the Community Celebration event and the online auction. FOSB reserves the right to modify or cancel these events at any time.

  • Online Auction Links: The Website may provide links to external online auction platforms. FOSB is not responsible for the content, security, or functionality of these platforms.

  • Event Participation: Participation in the Community Celebration and online auction is subject to the rules and regulations established by FOSB.

5. Donor and Sponsor Recognition

  • Acknowledgment: The Website includes a section that acknowledges donors and sponsors. FOSB reserves the right to determine the level and method of recognition.

  • Information Accuracy: Donors and sponsors are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date information for acknowledgment.

  • Removal of Acknowledgment: FOSB reserves the right to remove or modify any acknowledgment at its discretion.

6. Website Content

  • Accuracy: FOSB makes reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of the information on the Website. However, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of the content.

  • Intellectual Property: All content on the Website, including text, images, and logos, is the property of Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

7. Limitation of Liability

  • Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website or any donations made through the Website.  

8. Governing Law

  • These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.  

9. Changes to Terms

  • FOSB reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.  

10. Contact Information

  • If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at sbk8auction@gmail.com 

Privacy Statement

Salmon Bay K8 Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) Fundraiser Website

1. Introduction

Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and donors. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

  • Donation Information: When you donate an item or make a financial contribution, we may collect your name, contact information (address, email, phone number), and donation details.

  • Website Usage Data: We may collect information about your interactions with our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.  

  • Donor/Sponsor Information: For acknowledgment purposes, we collect information you provide about yourself or your business.

  • Email Communication: If you sign up for our email list, we collect your email address.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Processing Donations: To process and acknowledge your donations.

  • Event Communication: To provide information about the Community Celebration and online auction.

  • Donor/Sponsor Recognition: To acknowledge your contributions on our website and in other materials.

  • Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our services.

  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide updates about FOSB activities.

  • Compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Sharing Your Information

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with website hosting, payment processing, and other operations.  

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights.

  • With consent: We will ask for your consent before sharing your information with other 3rd parties.

  • Public Acknowledgements: Donor and sponsor names will be displayed on the website.

5. Data Security

  • We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.  

  • However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.  

6. Your Rights

  • You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information.  

  • You can unsubscribe from our email list at any time.

  • To exercise these rights, please contact us at [FOSB Email Address].

7. Third-Party Links

  • Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites.  

8. Children's Privacy

  • Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.  

9. Changes to This Privacy Statement

  • We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website.  

10. Contact Us

  • If you have any questions about this Privacy Statement, please contact us at sbk8auction@gmail.com