This User Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between you (referred to as "User," "you," or "your") and The Civic Success Project ("The Civic Success Project," "we," "us," or "our"), governing your use of the website [civic-success.org] (referred to as the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement, our Privacy Policy, and any other applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree to these terms, you must refrain from accessing or using the Site.

Use of the Site

(a) Eligibility: By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old. If you are under the age of 13, you must obtain the consent of your parent or legal guardian to access or use the Site.

(b) License: The Civic Success Project grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit any portion of the Site without our prior written consent.

(c) User Conduct: You agree to use the Site in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You shall not engage in any activity that may disrupt or interfere with the proper functioning of the Site, including but not limited to hacking, transmitting viruses, or engaging in any form of unauthorized access.

Privacy and Data Collection

(a) Privacy Policy: Your use of the Site is subject to our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.

(b) Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to track user behavior on the Site. By using the Site, you agree to the collection, processing, and analysis of data by Google Analytics in accordance with their terms of service and privacy policy.

Intellectual Property

The Site and its content, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, software, and audio or video files, are owned by or licensed to The Civic Success Project and are protected by intellectual property laws.

Disclaimer of Warranties

(a) Site Availability: We strive to ensure the availability and accuracy of the Site. However, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access to the Site or its error-free operation. The Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.

(b) Third-Party Content: The Site may contain links to third-party websites, content, or services. We do not endorse or control these third-party resources and are not responsible for their availability, content, or accuracy.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, The Civic Success Project shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Civic Success Project, its directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses arising out of or relating to your use of the Site, violation of this Agreement, or infringement of any rights of a third party.

Modifications and Termination

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the Site, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. We may also modify this Agreement from time to time. Your continued use of the Site after any modifications to this Agreement constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Illinois. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration conducted in Illinois, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The language of the arbitration shall be English.

Email Collection and Marketing

(a) Email Submissions: The Civic Success Project may provide forms on the Site that allow you to submit your email address for the purpose of receiving newsletters, updates, and other communications. By submitting your email address through these forms, you consent to receive such communications from The Civic Success Project.

(b) Opt-out: If you no longer wish to receive communications from The Civic Success Project, you can unsubscribe or opt-out by following the instructions provided in the emails or by contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt-out of these communications, we may still send you transactional or administrative messages related to your use of the Site if applicable (e.g., related to a user account or specific service request).

(c) Protection of Personal Information: We value your privacy and will handle your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information and prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

(d) Third-Party Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to assist with email communications and other Site functionalities. These service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from using your personal information for any purpose other than providing services to The Civic Success Project.

(e) Compliance with Applicable Laws: The Civic Success Project complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding email communications and data privacy, including anti-spam laws. We will not sell, rent, or lease your email address to third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

(f) Responsibility of User Submissions: If you submit any content or information through forms or interactive features on the Site, including but not limited to feedback, comments, stories, or testimonials, you grant The Civic Success Project a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such content in connection with the mission and activities of The Civic Success Project. You represent and warrant that you have the necessary rights to grant this license for any content you submit.

(g) Accuracy of Information: You are responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date information when submitting your email address or other personal details. The Civic Success Project shall not be liable for any consequences arising from the submission of incorrect or outdated information.

(h) Children's Privacy: The Civic Success Project does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 13 without such consent, we will take steps to promptly delete the information from our systems.

(i) Compliance with Terms: By submitting your email address or other personal information through forms on the Site, you acknowledge and agree to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including the provisions regarding data collection and use.

(j) Changes to Data Collection and Communication Practices: The Civic Success Project reserves the right to modify or update its data collection and communication practices at any time. Any changes will be reflected in an updated version of this Agreement and/or our Privacy Policy.

By submitting your email address or other personal information through forms on the Site, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Agreement and our Privacy Policy.

This section governs the collection of email addresses and other personal information, and their use for communications and project-related purposes, ensuring transparency and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with our Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between you and The Civic Success Project regarding your use of the Site, superseding any prior agreements or understandings.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, please contact us at info@civic-success.org.

Effective Date: May 22, 2025