Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance — Terms of Service

Website: www.cherishedcats.org

Welcome to the website of Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance ("we," "us," "our," or "Organization"). By accessing or using our website at www.cherishedcats.org (the "Site"), submitting forms, or opting into our communications, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this Site, submitting an application, or enrolling in our communication services (including SMS messaging and email communications), you represent that you are at least 18 years of age (or accessing the site under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian) and agree to abide by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site or services.

2. SMS / Text Messaging Program Disclosures

Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance offers text messaging services to provide timely updates regarding rescue operations, adoption/foster applications, volunteer coordination, donation acknowledgments, and community events.

  • Program / Brand Name: Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance SMS Notifications

  • Product / Service Description: By opting into our SMS messaging program (via webform submission, adoption/foster application, volunteer sign-up, or keyword opt-in), you consent to receive text messages from Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance. Types of messages sent may include:

    • Application status updates (adoption, foster, or volunteer)

    • Appointment reminders and check-in alerts

    • Volunteer shift scheduling and alerts

    • Donation receipts and fundraising event updates

  • Message Frequency Disclosure: Message frequency varies based on your interactions with us, application status, and active volunteer/foster involvement.

  • Cost Disclosure: Message and data rates may apply. Check with your wireless carrier for details regarding your specific plan charges.

  • Opt-Out Instructions: You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. Text STOP to unsubscribe or reply STOP to any text message you receive from us. After texting STOP, you will receive one final message confirming that you have been unsubscribed. No further messages will be sent unless you re-enroll.

  • Customer Support / Customer Care Contact: If you need assistance or experience issues with our messaging service:

    • Reply HELP to any text message you receive from us.

    • Email us at: info@cherishedcats.org

    • Call us at: 570-524-0240

  • Carriers & Liability: Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

  • Privacy Policy: We value your privacy. Phone numbers and personal information collected for text messaging consent will not be sold, rented, leased, or shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. For complete details on how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy.

3. Website Content and Intellectual Property

All content on this Site—including text, photographs, graphics, logos, images, and software—is the property of Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance or its content suppliers and is protected by United States copyright and trademark laws. You may view, download, and print site content solely for personal, non-commercial use directly related to supporting or learning about our rescue mission.

4. User Submissions and Webforms

When submitting inquiries, adoption applications, foster forms, or volunteer questionnaires through our Site:

  • You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information.

  • You agree not to submit fraudulent or misleading information.

  • Information submitted via forms is securely transmitted and stored in our non-profit database, Little Green Light, and handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

5. Application Approvals, Rescue Discretion, and Non-Discrimination

Submission of an adoption, foster, or volunteer application through our Site does not guarantee approval. Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance evaluates all applications based solely on the health, safety, and best interest of the animals in our care.

Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance reserves the full right and sole discretion to accept or decline any application based on objective criteria related to animal welfare and safety.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

This Site and all information, content, and materials included on or otherwise made available to you through this Site are provided by Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

To the fullest extent permissible by law, Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance disclaims all warranties, express or implied. We will not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of this Site or from any information, content, or materials included on or otherwise made available to you through this Site.

7. External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided solely for convenience. Cherished Cats Rescue Alliance has no control over the content, privacy practices, or safety of external sites and assumes no responsibility for them.

8. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Site or SMS services following any changes constitutes acceptance of those updates.

9. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Service or our SMS messaging program, please contact us: