Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using our website and services.

Last Updated: November 30, 2025

Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Liby Foundation. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, and programs. 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.

Use of Our Services

The following terms apply to your use of our website and services.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to make donations or enter into binding agreements with us. If you are under 18, you may use our services only with the involvement of a parent or guardian.

Acceptable Use

You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes. You agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations.

  • Infringe on the intellectual property rights of others

  • Transmit any harmful or malicious code

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

  • Use our services to harass, abuse, or harm others

  • Impersonate any person or entity

  • Collect or harvest data from our website without permission

  • Interfere with or disrupt our services

Donations and Payments

The following terms apply to all donations and payments made through our website.

Donation Policy

All donations to Liby Foundation are voluntary contributions to support our charitable mission. By making a donation, you agree to the following:

  • Donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors (Zead and eDahab)

  • You have the legal authority to use the payment method provided

  • All donations are final and non-refundable unless otherwise required by law

  • Donations will be used to support our programs and operational costs at our discretion

  • You will receive a receipt for tax purposes where applicable

Tax Deductibility

Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. We recommend consulting with a tax professional regarding the deductibility of your donation. We will provide receipts for donations as required by applicable tax authorities.

Recurring Donations

If you set up a recurring donation, you authorize us to charge your chosen payment method at the specified intervals until you cancel. You may cancel recurring donations at any time by contacting us at donations@libyfoundation.org.

Intellectual Property Rights

The following terms govern intellectual property rights related to our website and services.

Our Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software, is the property of Liby Foundation or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our prior written permission.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include any right to download (other than page caching) or modify any portion of our website.

User Content

If you submit content to our website (such as testimonials, comments, or stories), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for our charitable purposes.

Programs and Applications

The following terms apply to applications for our programs and services.

Program Eligibility

Applications for our programs (such as the Water Access Program) are subject to eligibility requirements and approval. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance or receipt of benefits. We reserve the right to verify information provided in applications and to deny applications at our discretion.

Application Information

All information provided in program applications must be accurate and truthful. Providing false or misleading information may result in disqualification from programs and potential legal consequences.

Volunteer and Employment Opportunities

Volunteer and employment opportunities posted on our website are subject to separate application processes and agreements. Submission of an application does not create an employment or volunteer relationship.

We are an equal opportunity organization and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

The following terms outline our disclaimers and limitations of liability.

Website Availability

We strive to maintain our website's availability, but we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. Our website is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

No Professional Advice

Information on our website is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. We recommend consulting with qualified professionals for specific advice related to your situation.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these websites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Liby Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our website or services, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Liby Foundation, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of our website or violation of these Terms.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in New York, NY, except where prohibited by law. You agree to waive any right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action lawsuit.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website and services at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these terms, please contact us:

Address

Plaza Villa, Burao, Somaliland

Phone

Main: +252 63 9163995 / +252 65 7096922 / +252 63 9163994

Email

General: info@libyfoundation.org

Office Hours

Saturday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM