Terms of Service

Welcome to the Valluvam Ecological Farming and Social welfare foundation ("VEFS," "we," "us," or "our") website. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website vefsfoundation.org and all related services, programs, and activities.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using our website, you acknowledge that:

• You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms
• You are at least 18 years of age or have parental/guardian consent
• You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• You accept our Privacy Policy

2. Use of Website

2.1 Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only, including:

• Learning about our programs, trainings, and events
• Registering for programs and trainings
• Making donations to support our mission
• Contacting us with inquiries or feedback
• Subscribing to our newsletter

2.2 Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Use our website for any unlawful or fraudulent purpose
• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of our website
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Collect or harvest personal information of other users
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Engage in any activity that could harm VEFS's reputation
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, and software, is the property of VEFS Foundation or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or modify website content without written permission
• Use our logos, trademarks, or brand assets without authorization
• Create derivative works based on our content
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices from materials

You may share links to our website and reference our content with proper attribution for non-commercial, educational purposes.

4. Program and Event Registrations

4.1 Registration Accuracy

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when registering for programs, trainings, or events. You are responsible for updating your information if it changes.

4.2 Cancellations and Rescheduling

VEFS reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any program, training, or event due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases:

• We will notify registered participants as soon as possible
• We will offer alternative dates or refund any paid fees
• VEFS is not liable for any travel or accommodation costs incurred

If you need to cancel your registration, please contact us at least 48 hours before the program start date for a refund or transfer to another session.

5. Donations and Payments

5.1 Donation Terms

All donations made to VEFS Foundation are:

• Voluntary: Donations are made at your own discretion
• Non-refundable: Donations are generally non-refundable except in cases of processing errors
• Tax-deductible: Eligible for 80G tax exemption under Indian tax law
• Used as specified: Directed donations will be used for the specified purpose or similar charitable activities

5.2 Payment Processing

We use secure third-party payment processors to handle donations and payments. By making a payment, you agree to:

• The terms and conditions of our payment processor
• Provide valid payment information
• Authorize the charged amount

5.3 Recurring Donations

For monthly recurring donations, you authorize VEFS to charge your payment method on a recurring basis until you cancel. You may cancel your recurring donation at any time by contacting us at donations@vefs.org.

6. User-Generated Content

If you submit photos, testimonials, feedback, or other content to VEFS (e.g., through photo submissions or program feedback):

• You grant VEFS a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display your content for promotional and educational purposes
• You represent that you own or have permission to share the content
• You agree that your content does not infringe on any third-party rights
• VEFS reserves the right to remove any content at its discretion

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. VEFS makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of website content
• The uninterrupted or error-free operation of our website
• The availability of programs or events as described
• The results or outcomes of participating in our programs

We do not guarantee that our website will be free from viruses or other harmful components.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, VEFS Foundation and its directors, officers, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use our website or services
• Injuries or damages sustained during participation in programs, trainings, or events (except where caused by our gross negligence)

Our total liability to you for any claim arising from your use of our website shall not exceed the amount you paid to VEFS in the 12 months preceding the claim.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless VEFS Foundation and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your use of our website or services
• Your submission of content to our website

10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Nilakottai, Dindigul, Tamil Nadu.

11. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

12. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us:

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

Last updated: December 25, 2025