Terms of Use
Effective Date: January 11, 2026
Welcome to the North City Congress (“NCC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) website. These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, online forms, content, and any other online services we provide (collectively, the “Site”).
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Who We Are
North City Congress is a nonprofit organization serving individuals, families, and communities in North Philadelphia through a range of programs and services. The information on this Site is provided to help you learn about our work, connect with services, donate, and get involved.
2. Eligibility and Acceptable Use
By using this Site, you represent that you are at least 13 years old or using the Site under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
You agree that you will not:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation
- Interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the Site
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site, other accounts, computer systems, or networks
- Use the Site to harass, abuse, or harm others, or to post or transmit any content that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate
- Use any automated system (including “robots,” “spiders,” or “offline readers”) to access the Site in a manner that sends more requests than a human could reasonably produce in the same period by using a conventional web browser
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate your access to the Site if we believe you have violated these Terms.
3. Information on This Site (No Professional Advice)
The content on this Site is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be taken as:
- Medical, mental health, legal, financial, or professional advice
- A substitute for professional consultation, diagnosis, or treatment
If you need professional advice, please consult a qualified provider in the relevant field. Participation in NCC programs is subject to program-specific guidelines and eligibility, which may be updated from time to time.
4. Program and Service Descriptions
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that information about our programs, services, and events is accurate and up to date. However, program offerings, eligibility, availability, and details may change at any time.
We do not guarantee that any particular service, program, or resource described on the Site will be available at all times or in your area.
5. User Submissions and Communications
You may be able to submit information through contact forms, applications, event registrations, volunteer interest forms, or other interactive features.
By submitting information, you agree that:
- All information you provide is accurate, current, and complete to the best of your knowledge
- You have the right to provide that information
- We may use the information in accordance with our Privacy Policy, including to contact you and respond to your request
If you share stories, feedback, or testimonials, you grant NCC a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display that content in connection with our mission and communications, in any format or medium, subject to any additional permission we may request from you.
We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to review, edit, or remove any user-submitted content that we believe violates these Terms or is otherwise inappropriate.
6. Donations and Payments
If you make a donation or payment through the Site:
- Donations are typically processed by third-party payment processors or donation platforms. Their terms and privacy policies apply to your transactions with them.
- You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete payment information.
- Unless clearly stated otherwise, donations to NCC are voluntary and non-refundable.
For questions about donations, receipts, or recurring gifts, please contact us directly.
7. Accounts and Security (If Applicable)
If the Site allows you to create an account or profile:
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
- You agree to notify us promptly of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach you become aware of.
We reserve the right to suspend, limit, or terminate accounts at our discretion.
8. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site—including text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio, video, and software—is owned by or licensed to North City Congress and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may:
- View, download, or print content for your personal, non-commercial use and for informational purposes, provided you do not remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.
You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works based on the Site or its content without our prior written permission
- Use our name, logo, or branding in a way that suggests endorsement or partnership without our explicit consent
9. Third-Party Links and Resources
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or resources (including donation platforms, service partners, or external educational content). These links are provided for convenience only.
NCC does not control and is not responsible for:
- The content, policies, or practices of third-party sites
- Any products, services, or resources they offer
Visiting third-party sites is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies.
10. Disclaimers
The Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, express or implied.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
- Any warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, error-free, or free of viruses or harmful components
- Any warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content
Your use of the Site is at your sole risk.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, North City Congress and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents will not be liable for any:
- Indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages
- Loss of data, loss of profits, or business interruption
arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, the Site—even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
To the extent any liability cannot be excluded, our total liability for any claim arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site will not exceed the amount, if any, paid by you to us for use of the Site during the six (6) months before the event giving rise to the claim.
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations of liability, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.
12. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless North City Congress and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of:
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
13. Changes to the Site and These Terms
We may update, modify, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time, with or without notice.
We may also revise these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes means you accept the revised Terms.
14. Governing Law
These Terms and your use of the Site will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Site will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Pennsylvania, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at:
North City Congress
Phone: (215) 978-1300
Fax: (215) 978-1398
Email: info@north-city.org
We appreciate your partnership and interest in the work we’re doing with and for North Philadelphia.