Effective Date: May 30, 2025
Last Updated: May 30,2025
Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the Eden: People+Planet website (“Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”) and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site.
Eden: People+Planet (“Eden,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID 95-4804581) registered in California, United States, operating globally to implement carbon-eligible landscape restoration through innovative blended finance approaches.
Use of Website
Permitted Use
You may use this Site for lawful purposes consistent with these Terms. You agree to:
- Access the Site for informational purposes about our mission and work
- Make donations to support our general operations and projects
- Share our content in accordance with these Terms
- Engage with our organization in a respectful manner
Prohibited Use
You agree not to:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any laws
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site’s operation or servers
- Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
- Harvest or collect information about other users
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or entity
- Use automated systems to access the Site without our permission
Donations
General Fund Giving
All donations made through this Site or to Eden: People+Planet are contributions to our general fund unless explicitly stated otherwise. Donations are not designated to specific projects, locations, or elements of a project unless you have entered into a separate written agreement with Eden that specifies restricted use.
Use of Donations
By making a donation, you acknowledge and agree that:
- Eden has complete discretion over the use of all general fund donations
- Donations support our overall mission of carbon-eligible landscape restoration
- We allocate funds based on organizational priorities and project needs
- Specific project information shared on our Site is for informational purposes and does not create a restricted gift unless explicitly stated
Tax Deductibility
Eden: People+Planet is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. We will provide appropriate documentation for tax purposes. Consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of your contribution.
Donation Processing
- We use secure third-party payment processors for online donations
- You represent that you have the legal right to use any payment method provided
- All donations are final and non-refundable unless required by law
- We reserve the right to decline or return donations at our discretion
Intellectual Property
Our Content
All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of Eden: People+Planet or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:
- View and download content for personal, non-commercial use
- Share links to our Site
- Use our content for educational purposes with proper attribution
Attribution
When sharing our content, please attribute it to “Eden: People+Planet” and include a link to our website at https://eden-plus.org.
User Submissions
By submitting content to us (including comments, suggestions, or materials), you:
- Grant us a worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your submission
- Represent that you have the right to submit the content
- Waive any moral rights in your submission
Third-Party Links and Content
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or content. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party sites, information, materials, products, or services. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.
Disclaimers
No Warranty
This Site and all content are provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Accuracy of Information
While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of any content on the Site. Project information, impact metrics, and other data are subject to change.
No Professional Advice
Content on this Site is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, financial, tax, or professional advice. Consult appropriate professionals for advice specific to your situation.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Eden: People+Planet and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Your use or inability to use the Site
- Any content on the Site
- Any transactions or donations made through the Site
- Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
In no event shall our total liability exceed the amount you donated to Eden in the twelve months preceding the claim.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Eden: People+Planet and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your use of the Site
- Your violation of any rights of another party
- Any content you submit to us
Privacy
Your use of our Site is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding personal information.
International Use
This Site is controlled and operated from the United States. We make no representation that content on the Site is appropriate or available for use in other locations. If you access the Site from outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws.
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms and any disputes arising from them shall be governed by the laws of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Informal Resolution
Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to attempt to resolve any dispute informally by contacting us at info@eden-plus.org.
Jurisdiction
Any legal action or proceeding relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Riverside County, California, or the federal courts for the Central District of California.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Site with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Eden: People+Planet regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Eden: People+Planet
40960 California Oaks Rd Unit 845
Murrieta, CA 92562
United States
Email: info@eden-plus.org
Phone: (626) 872-3770
For legal inquiries: legal@eden-plus.org
Additional Terms for Specific Features
Newsletter Subscriptions
By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive email communications about our work, impact stories, and opportunities to support landscape restoration. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Online Forms
Information submitted through online forms is subject to our Privacy Policy. Do not submit confidential or sensitive information through unsecured forms.
Accessibility
We strive to make our Site accessible to all users. If you encounter accessibility issues, please contact us so we can address them.
Thank you for supporting Eden: People+Planet’s mission to foster healthy relationships between communities and the land through carbon-eligible landscape restoration.