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Terms of Service: Clear, Fair and Open
These terms govern your use of the TEKCHILLS Foundation website, donations made through it, and your engagement with our programmes. By using this site, you agree to the terms below.
We keep our terms in plain language so donors, volunteers and partners know exactly where they stand. We never see or store your card details: donations are processed by PayPal.
The short version
Five things to know.
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Use it lawfully
Use this site respectfully and lawfully. Misuse, hacking attempts or fraudulent activity are prohibited and may be reported to the authorities.
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Secure donations
Donations are processed securely through PayPal. TEKCHILLS never sees or stores your card details.
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Refunds in good faith
Donations are generally non-refundable, but we review refund requests made promptly and in good faith.
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Our content
All content, branding and materials on this site belong to the TEKCHILLS Foundation unless otherwise stated.
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Third parties
We are not liable for content on third-party sites we link to, or for interruptions outside our reasonable control.
Acceptance and eligibility
Who these terms apply to, and who can give.
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Acceptance of terms
By accessing or using the TEKCHILLS Foundation website, making a donation, submitting a form or otherwise engaging with our programmes, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please stop using the site.
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Eligibility
You must be at least 18, or have the involvement of a parent or legal guardian, to make a donation or enter into any agreement through this site. By submitting payment information, you confirm you are legally authorised to use that payment method.
Using our website
You agree to use this site only for lawful purposes. You must not:
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the site, its systems or related networks.
- Introduce viruses, malware or any other harmful code.
- Use automated systems (bots or scrapers) to extract data without our written permission.
- Submit false, misleading or fraudulent information through any form on this site, including donation or application forms.
- Use the site to harass, threaten or harm any person, including our staff, volunteers or the communities we serve.
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for anyone who violates these terms.
Donations and payments
All donations made through this site are processed by PayPal. TEKCHILLS does not collect, see or store your card or payment account details; these are handled entirely by PayPal under its own terms and security standards.
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Refunds
Donations are generally considered final. If you believe a donation was made in error (for example a duplicate charge or incorrect amount), contact us within 30 days and we will reply within 5 business days and review the request in good faith.
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Recurring donations
Monthly donations can be cancelled at any time through your PayPal account, or by contacting us directly, and take effect from the next billing cycle.
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Tax deductibility
Whether a donation is tax deductible depends on your country of residence and applicable tax law. Please consult your own tax advisor.
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Receipts
A confirmation of your donation is sent to the email address you provide at the time of giving.
Engagements, intellectual property and third parties
What applying, using our brand and linking out do and do not mean.
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Volunteering, advisory and partnership
Applying to volunteer, serve on our Advisory Board, provide pro bono consulting or partner with TEKCHILLS through this site does not by itself create any binding obligation, employment relationship or guarantee of engagement. Any formal arrangement is governed by a separate written agreement. Anyone engaging directly with children or vulnerable adults is also bound by our Safeguarding Policy.
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Intellectual property
All content on this site, including text, images, logos, graphics and the TEKCHILLS name and brand, belongs to the TEKCHILLS Foundation or is used with permission, and is protected by copyright and trademark law. Commercial use needs our prior written consent.
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Third-party links and services
This site may link to third-party websites or rely on third-party services such as PayPal. We do not control and are not responsible for their content, security or privacy practices. Each provider's own terms apply.
Legal terms
The standard protections for the foundation and its supporters.
Disclaimer of warranties
The site and its content are provided "as is" and "as available", without warranties of any kind. We make reasonable efforts to keep information about our programmes, impact and finances accurate and current, but we do not guarantee that the site will be uninterrupted, error-free or free of inaccuracies.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the TEKCHILLS Foundation, its board, staff and volunteers are not liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising from your use of this site or participation in our programmes, except where such liability cannot be excluded by law.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the TEKCHILLS Foundation and its representatives from any claims, damages or expenses arising from your misuse of the site or violation of these terms.
Termination of access
We may suspend or terminate your access to the site, without notice, if we reasonably believe you have violated these terms, engaged in fraudulent activity or posed a risk to TEKCHILLS, its staff or the communities we serve.
Governing law and changes
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Governing law and disputes
These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Ghana, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any dispute arising from these terms or use of the site is first addressed through good-faith direct communication between the parties before any formal legal action.
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Changes to these terms
We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Material changes are shown on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the revised terms.
Questions about these terms?
We are happy to clarify anything before you donate, volunteer or partner with us.
See also our Privacy Policy and Safeguarding Policy.
Terms of Service questions, answered
Are donations to the TEKCHILLS Foundation refundable?
Donations are generally final. If you believe a donation was made in error, such as a duplicate charge or incorrect amount, contact us within 30 days and we will reply within 5 business days and review the request in good faith.
How are donations processed, and do you store my card details?
All donations are processed by PayPal under its own terms and security standards. TEKCHILLS does not collect, see or store your card or payment account details.
Can I cancel a monthly donation?
Yes. Monthly donations can be cancelled at any time through your PayPal account, or by contacting us directly, and take effect from the next billing cycle.
Are donations tax deductible?
That depends on your country of residence and applicable tax law. We recommend consulting your own tax advisor.
Who can donate or enter an agreement through the website?
You must be at least 18, or have the involvement of a parent or legal guardian.
Does applying to volunteer or partner guarantee an engagement?
No. Applying does not by itself create any binding obligation, employment relationship or guarantee of engagement. Any formal arrangement is governed by a separate written agreement.
Which law governs these terms?
The laws of the Republic of Ghana. Disputes are first addressed through good-faith direct communication before any formal legal action.
How will I know if the terms change?
Material changes are shown on this page with an updated revision date. This version was last updated on 20 March 2026.
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