These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, services, donations, and participation in any programs offered by SIM. By accessing our website or engaging with our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

1. About Us

Spiritual Intervention Ministries (SIM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit faith-based organization based in San Diego, California. Our mission is to provide holistic spiritual, social, and emotional support to New Americans, primarily African refugees and immigrants, through Christ-centered outreach and intervention programs.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website, services, or participating in any of our programs, you affirm that you are at least 18 years old or have the consent of a legal guardian if you are under 18. You also confirm that you are legally capable of entering into a binding agreement.

These Terms may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, accompanied by an updated revision date. Your continued use of the site or services after changes are posted indicates your acceptance and agreement to the changes.

3. Use of Our Website

Our website is designed to provide information about our mission, programs, and services, as well as facilitate donations and community engagement. You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the website.

You may not:

• Use the site for any fraudulent or unlawful purpose.
• Interfere with the operation of the site or attempt unauthorized access to any part of it.
• Use automated scripts or software to collect information from the site.
• Submit any material that is defamatory, obscene, offensive, or in violation of any law.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including but not limited to text, logos, graphics, images, audio, video, and layout, is the property of Spiritual Intervention Ministries or used with permission from the respective copyright holder. This content is protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You may view, download, or print content from our website for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, reproduce, publish, distribute, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written consent.

5. Donations

We are grateful for your support. Donations made to SIM are generally considered charitable contributions and may be tax-deductible under U.S. law. However, we recommend that donors consult their tax advisors for specific information related to tax deductibility.

By donating to SIM:

• You agree that your donation is voluntary and non-refundable.
• You authorize SIM and its payment processors to charge the selected payment method you have chosen.
• You will receive an electronic receipt and acknowledgment of your donation.

We use third-party services (such as PayPal or Stripe) for donation processing. These services have their own privacy and security policies, and we encourage you to review them before donating.

6. Program Participation

SIM offers various programs, including spiritual counseling, youth mentoring, resume building, and community support services. Participation is subject to availability, program criteria, and our code of conduct.

We reserve the right to deny or discontinue service to any individual who:

• Violates our code of conduct.
• Disrespects our volunteers, staff, or other participants.
• Uses SIM services for exploitative or fraudulent purposes.

SIM does not guarantee specific outcomes from program participation, and services are provided on an “as-is” basis.

7. Code of Conduct

Whether you are a volunteer, program participant, donor, or visitor, we ask that you respect our values and those of our community. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and faith-based environment.

You agree to:

• Treat everyone with dignity, regardless of their background or beliefs.
• Refrain from using hateful, violent, or discriminatory language.
• Follow any guidelines or instructions provided by SIM staff or volunteers.

8. Privacy and Data Use

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Please refer to our [Privacy Policy] for details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

By using our site or services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites for your convenience. These sites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their content, practices, or policies. Inclusion of any third-party link does not imply endorsement by SIM.

We recommend that you read the terms and policies of any third-party site you visit.

10. Disclaimers

Spiritual Content

We share Christian teachings, scripture, and spiritual support as part of our ministry. These resources are intended to uplift and guide but are not a substitute for licensed counseling or clinical mental health care.

No Professional Advice

Our programs and services offer support in areas such as resume building, job search assistance, and emotional support. However, we do not offer professional legal, financial, or medical advice. Always consult with licensed professionals for matters of this nature.

No Guarantees

While we strive to help every individual we serve, SIM makes no guarantees about specific outcomes related to job placement, housing, or spiritual growth.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Spiritual Intervention Ministries and its directors, employees, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of:

• Your use or inability to use our website or services.
• Unauthorized access to your data.
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the website or in our programs.
• Personal decisions you make based on the information provided by SIM.

This limitation applies even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Spiritual Intervention Ministries, its board, staff, volunteers, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in connection with:

• Your use of our site or services.
• Your violation of these Terms.
• Your violation of any rights of a third party.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our website or services at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, SIM, or the community.

Termination of your access does not waive any rights or obligations under these Terms that by their nature should survive, including those relating to intellectual property, indemnity, and limitation of liability.

14. Governing Law

These Terms and any dispute arising out of or related to them shall be governed by the laws of the State of California without regard to conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the courts located in San Diego County, California.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms or wish to contact us for any reason, you can reach us at:

Spiritual Intervention Ministries

Email: siministriessd@gmail.com

Phone: 858-366-5527

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Spiritual Intervention Ministries regarding your use of our website and services, superseding any prior agreements or understandings.

17. Waiver and Severability

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions will continue to be in effect.