Terms and Conditions

1. About SAV Foundation

SAV Foundation is an independent charitable and humanitarian initiative dedicated to supporting individuals and communities through hunger relief, educational assistance, welfare support, and community development activities.

The Foundation operates as a private voluntary initiative established to create positive social impact and assist individuals in need through charitable efforts and community engagement.

SAV Foundation is not a government agency, public authority, statutory body, registered trust, registered society, registered non-profit company, or government-recognized charitable institution unless expressly stated otherwise in future official updates.

All contributions made to SAV Foundation are voluntary and are utilized to support charitable activities, operational requirements, outreach programs, administrative functions, and other purposes consistent with the Foundation's mission and objectives.

The Foundation may collaborate with volunteers, community members, businesses, educational institutions, service providers, and other organizations to further its charitable objectives.

Transparency and Accountability

SAV Foundation is committed to transparency, honesty, and responsible stewardship of funds received from donors and supporters.

Funds received may be used for:

• Food assistance and hunger relief programs
• Educational support and child welfare initiatives
• Assistance for widowed individuals and vulnerable families
• Community outreach and humanitarian activities
• Volunteer coordination and program management
• Administrative and operational expenses
• Website, technology, payment processing, communication, and fundraising expenses
• Other activities aligned with the Foundation's mission

While SAV Foundation strives to maximize charitable impact, specific donations may not always be allocated to a particular project, beneficiary, or activity unless expressly stated.

The Foundation may publish updates, reports, photographs, stories, or summaries of activities to promote transparency and inform supporters about ongoing initiatives.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, registering, donating, volunteering, or otherwise using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue use of the website immediately.

3. Donations

3.1 Voluntary Contributions

All donations made through SAV Foundation are voluntary and made at the donor's discretion.

Donations made to SAV Foundation are voluntary contributions and are currently not eligible for tax deductions unless specifically stated otherwise.

3.2 Use of Donations

Donations received may be used for:

• Charitable programs and projects
• Community welfare initiatives
• Administrative expenses
• Operational costs
• Fundraising activities
• Any purpose consistent with the Foundation's objectives

3.3 Donation Accuracy

Donors are responsible for ensuring that all payment information provided is accurate and authorized.

3.4 No Refund Policy

All donations and contributions are strictly non-refundable once the payment has been completed. By proceeding with a payment, the donor explicitly acknowledges and agrees that:

• The contribution is made voluntarily and with full understanding of this no-refund policy.
• No refund, reversal, or chargeback will be entertained after the payment is successfully processed.
• The donor has agreed to the Terms and Conditions on the donation page before initiating the payment.

In the sole and exceptional case of a verified duplicate transaction or unauthorized payment (supported by documented proof), SAV Foundation may consider a review at its absolute discretion. The Foundation reserves the right to decline any refund request.

4. User Conduct

Users agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
• Use the website for fraudulent purposes.
• Upload malicious software or harmful code.
• Attempt unauthorized access to website systems.
• Interfere with website functionality.
• Submit false or misleading information.

SAV Foundation reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

5. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website, including but not limited to:

• Text
• Graphics
• Logos
• Images
• Documents
• Design elements
• Website content

is owned by or licensed to SAV Foundation and protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

Users may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit any content without prior written permission.

6. Privacy

SAV Foundation may collect personal information including:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Donation details
• Payment information
• Communication preferences

Information collected will be used solely for operational, legal, administrative, fundraising, and communication purposes.

Users agree to the collection and processing of information as described in the website's Privacy Policy.

7. Third-Party Services

The website may use third-party service providers for:

• Payment processing
• Hosting services
• Analytics
• Communication services
• Security services

SAV Foundation is not responsible for the policies, actions, or practices of third-party providers.

8. No Guarantee of Outcomes

While SAV Foundation strives to utilize resources effectively, the Foundation does not guarantee specific outcomes, results, or impacts from any donation or charitable activity.

Donations are accepted in good faith to support the Foundation's mission and objectives.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

SAV Foundation, its officers, volunteers, employees, representatives, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:

• Website use
• Website unavailability
• Errors or omissions
• Donation processing issues
• Third-party services
• Unauthorized access
• Security incidents

Users access and use the website at their own risk.

10. Disclaimer

The website and all content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

SAV Foundation makes no warranties regarding:

• Accuracy
• Completeness
• Reliability
• Availability
• Fitness for a particular purpose

The Foundation reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the website without notice.

11. Compliance with Laws

Users agree to comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws when using the website or making donations.

Any unlawful use of the website is strictly prohibited.

12. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless SAV Foundation, its representatives, volunteers, officers, and staff from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, expenses, or legal fees arising from:

• Violation of these Terms
• Misuse of the website
• Fraudulent activity
• Violation of applicable laws

13. Website Availability

SAV Foundation does not guarantee uninterrupted access to the website.

Maintenance, upgrades, technical issues, or events beyond reasonable control may temporarily affect website availability.

14. Modification of Terms

SAV Foundation reserves the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms at any time.

Updated Terms become effective immediately upon publication on the website.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of revised Terms.

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws applicable in the jurisdiction where SAV Foundation operates.

Any disputes arising from the use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of that jurisdiction.

16. Responsibility of Website Owner

The website owner:

Gomathi Ramakrishnan Pillai

shall have sole responsibility for:

• Website operations
• Content management
• Donation collection and usage
• Financial management
• Legal compliance
• Regulatory compliance
• Data handling practices
• Fundraising activities
• Organizational decisions
• Communications with donors and users

All legal, financial, regulatory, administrative, and operational responsibilities related to the website and foundation activities rest solely with the Owner.

17. Technical Service Providers

Third-party service providers involved in website development, hosting, payment processing, or technical support are independent contractors and are not responsible for the Foundation's charitable activities, donation decisions, financial management, or operational activities.

18. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, donations, or website matters, please contact:

SAV Foundation
Owner: Gomathi Ramakrishnan Pillai
Address: First Floor F-29, A Block, Sree Daksha Kshiptha, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641035
Email: sriannavenkateshwarakitchen@gmail.com
Phone: +27 84 275 3102 (Representative Line)