Terms of Use

Last updated: September 2, 2026

Welcome to the website of LA Strong Foundation (“LA Strong,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website and any related online services, content, features, and functionality.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the website.

1. Use of our website

You may use this website for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the website
• Upload or transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful material
• Impersonate another person or organization
• Use automated systems to access or collect information from the website in a manner that could interfere with its operation
• Submit information that is false, misleading, or fraudulent
• Use our website or content in a way that could harm LA Strong, our partners, our community members, or others

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the website if we believe these Terms have been violated.

2. Our content

The website and its contents — including text, photographs, graphics, logos, videos, designs, artwork, documents, trademarks, service marks, and other materials — are owned by or licensed to LA Strong Foundation unless otherwise indicated.

These materials are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may view and use website content for personal, informational, non-commercial purposes.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publicly display, sell, license, create derivative works from, or commercially exploit our content without our prior written permission, except where permitted by law.

3. LA Strong Foundation trademarks

The LA Strong Foundation name, logos, marks, slogans, program names, and related branding are the property of LA Strong Foundation or their respective owners.

Nothing on this website grants you a license or other right to use our trademarks without prior written permission.

4. Donations

If you make a donation through our website, the transaction may be processed through a third-party payment provider.

You agree to provide accurate and complete information when making a donation.

Donations are intended to support the charitable purposes and programs of LA Strong Foundation. Unless otherwise required by law or expressly stated at the time of donation, donations are generally not refundable.

Donation receipts and tax documentation will be provided as appropriate.

5. Volunteering, programs and events

Certain portions of our website may allow you to register for volunteer opportunities, community programs, events, assistance, or other LA Strong activities.

Submitting a registration or application does not guarantee acceptance, participation, services, or placement.

LA Strong may modify, postpone, or cancel programs and events when circumstances require.

6. User-submitted information

You may have opportunities to submit information, stories, photographs, testimonials, nominations, comments, applications, or other materials through the website.

You are responsible for ensuring that information you submit is accurate and that you have the necessary rights and permissions to provide it.

You agree not to submit content that:

• Violates another person’s rights
• Infringes copyrights, trademarks, privacy, or other intellectual property rights
• Is fraudulent, defamatory, threatening, abusive, or unlawful
• Contains malicious software
• Contains sensitive personal information that you are not authorized to disclose

If you submit content to LA Strong for publication or promotional purposes, you grant LA Strong permission to use, reproduce, edit, publish, display, and distribute that content for legitimate organizational, educational, fundraising, communications, and promotional purposes, subject to applicable law and any specific agreement we may have with you.

7. Photographs and media

LA Strong may photograph or record individuals participating in our events, programs, volunteer activities, and community initiatives.

Where required, LA Strong will obtain appropriate permissions or releases before using identifiable photographs, video, or other media for promotional or public-facing purposes.

If you believe an image or other media on our website should not be displayed, please contact us.

8. Third-party websites and services

Our website may contain links to websites, platforms, payment processors, social media services, or other third-party resources.

These links are provided for convenience and do not necessarily constitute an endorsement or recommendation.

LA Strong does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, privacy practices, security, or terms of third-party websites or services.

Your use of third-party services is governed by their applicable terms and policies.

9. Informational purposes

Information provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes.

Although we strive to provide accurate and current information, we do not guarantee that all content is complete, accurate, current, or error-free.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as legal, financial, medical, or other professional advice.

10. Community assistance

Information about community assistance, disaster relief, resources, referrals, or other support provided through the website is intended to help connect individuals and families with available resources.

Availability of assistance may depend on eligibility, funding, inventory, geographic area, program capacity, or other circumstances.

Information about a third-party organization or resource does not constitute a guarantee, endorsement, or representation that the organization will provide assistance.

11. Disclaimer of warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

LA Strong makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the website, including warranties of accuracy, availability, reliability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

We do not guarantee that the website will always be available, secure, uninterrupted, or free from errors or harmful components.

12. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, LA Strong Foundation and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, affiliates, and partners will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of, or inability to use, the website.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or limit liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited.

13. Indemnification

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless LA Strong Foundation and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, affiliates, and partners from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of another person’s rights
• Content or information you submit through the website

14. Privacy

Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how LA Strong collects, uses, and protects personal information.

Please review our Privacy Policy before using the website.

15. Changes to these Terms

LA Strong may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes to our website, programs, services, or applicable law.

When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date above.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

16. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the website will be subject to the applicable courts located in California, unless otherwise required by law.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is determined to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

18. Entire agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other policies or agreements expressly incorporated into these Terms, constitute the entire agreement between you and LA Strong regarding your use of the website.

19. Contact us

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact: