Terms of Use

Effective Date: August 4, 2026

Welcome to the Altenbernd Foundation website ("Website"). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the Website.

The Altenbernd Foundation reserves the right to revise these Terms of Use at any time. Changes become effective upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the Website following any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

About the Website

The Altenbernd Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in the State of Florida and is pursuing recognition as a 501(c)(3) public charity.

This Website provides information about the Foundation, its mission, educational resources, programs, events, partnerships, publications, volunteer opportunities, fundraising initiatives, and other activities.

Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as legal, financial, tax, investment, medical, or professional advice.

Permitted Use

You may use this Website for lawful, personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes.

You agree not to:
Violate any applicable law or regulation.
Interfere with the operation or security of the Website.
Attempt unauthorized access to any portion of the Website.
Upload malicious software or harmful code.
Misrepresent your identity or affiliation.
Use automated tools to scrape or copy substantial portions of Website content without prior written permission.
Use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair its operation.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, the Website's text, educational materials, publications, graphics, logos, design elements, videos, photographs, and other original content are the property of the Altenbernd Foundation or are used with permission and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

No content may be reproduced, distributed, modified, published, sold, or otherwise used without prior written permission unless such use is permitted under applicable law.

Limited quotations for educational, scholarly, journalistic, or non-commercial purposes are generally permitted when accompanied by appropriate attribution.

Artwork, Images, and Copyright

The Foundation may display images of artworks for educational, editorial, scholarly, or informational purposes, or with permission from artists, galleries, museums, collectors, estates, publishers, or other rights holders.

The inclusion of an artwork or image on this Website does not transfer ownership of any copyright or other intellectual property rights.

Copyright in artworks generally remains with the artist, estate, rights holder, or other applicable owner.

If you believe material appearing on this Website infringes your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please contact us at caroline@altenberndfoundation.org with the subject line "Copyright Inquiry" and include: (1) a description of the copyrighted work you believe has been infringed; (2) the location of the material on this Website; (3) your contact information; and (4) a statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, agent, or law. We will review all such notices promptly and respond accordingly.

User-Submitted Content

If the Website allows visitors to submit content, such as comments, testimonials, or materials shared for consideration in Foundation programs, you retain ownership of what you submit. By submitting content, you grant the Altenbernd Foundation a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display, reproduce, and use that content in connection with the Foundation's mission and activities. You agree not to submit content that is unlawful, infringes on the rights of others, or that you do not have the right to share.

Reading Room and Educational Resources

The Reading Room, recommended book lists, articles, educational materials, and other resources are provided solely for informational and educational purposes.

Recommendations do not constitute endorsements of every opinion expressed by an author, publisher, organization, or external resource.

External resources may change, become unavailable, or be updated without notice.

Affiliate Links

Some pages may contain affiliate links to books or other educational resources.

If you purchase an item through an eligible affiliate link, the Altenbernd Foundation may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate commissions help support the Foundation's educational initiatives and mission.

The Foundation selects resources based on their educational value and relevance to our mission. Participation in an affiliate program does not determine whether a resource is recommended.

Donations

All donations are voluntary.

Unless otherwise specified, donations are used to further the charitable mission of the Altenbernd Foundation in accordance with applicable laws, board oversight, and organizational priorities.

The Foundation reserves the right to decline or return donations when appropriate and consistent with its Gift Acceptance Policy.

Volunteer and Employment Opportunities

Information submitted through volunteer, internship, board, advisory, or employment applications will be reviewed in accordance with the Foundation's organizational needs.

Submission of an application or résumé does not create an employment relationship, volunteer appointment, contractual relationship, or guarantee of future opportunities.

External Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including museums, libraries, publishers, booksellers, educational organizations, and social media platforms.

The Altenbernd Foundation is not responsible for the content, accuracy, availability, security, privacy practices, or policies of third-party websites.

Visitors access external websites at their own discretion.

Accuracy of Information

The Foundation strives to keep Website information accurate and current.

However, we do not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or free from errors. Programs, events, policies, educational resources, partnerships, and organizational information may change without notice.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website and its contents are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Altenbernd Foundation disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, availability, and accuracy.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Altenbernd Foundation shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from or relating to the use of, or inability to use, this Website or any linked third-party website.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Altenbernd Foundation, its directors, officers, volunteers, employees, contractors, and representatives from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms of Use or your misuse of the Website.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Severability

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

Changes to These Terms

The Foundation may revise these Terms of Use from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

Contact

Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be directed to:
Altenbernd Foundation
Email: caroline@altenberndfoundation.org
Subject Line: Terms of Use Inquiry