Donation and Support Policy
SUPPORTING OUR MISSION THROUGH VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS
1. INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE
Section titled “1. INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE”1.1. Policy Overview
Section titled “1.1. Policy Overview”This Donation and Support Policy (“Policy”) establishes the terms, conditions, and procedures governing voluntary financial contributions and other forms of support to SpellWare (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Company”). This Policy operates within our comprehensive legal and policy framework, incorporating our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Community Code of Conduct, and all applicable legal protections by reference.
1.2. Legal Framework Integration
Section titled “1.2. Legal Framework Integration”IMPORTANT: All donations and support are voluntary contributions. This Policy does not create any contractual obligations, warranties, or guarantees regarding the use of donated funds or the provision of any services or benefits. Comprehensive disclaimers and liability limitations are set forth in our Limitation of Liability and Indemnification Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.
1.3. Scope of Application
Section titled “1.3. Scope of Application”This Policy applies to: (a) All voluntary financial contributions made to SpellWare; (b) All forms of non-financial support and contributions; (c) All donation platforms and payment processors used for contributions; (d) All benefits, recognition, or acknowledgements associated with contributions.
2. DONATION PURPOSE AND USE
Section titled “2. DONATION PURPOSE AND USE”2.1. Mission and Objectives
Section titled “2.1. Mission and Objectives”We are committed to creating and maintaining free-to-use projects and providing guidance in various programming communities. Voluntary contributions support our mission to:
(a) Free Resource Development: Create and maintain projects that are free for everyone to use and learn from; (b) Community Guidance: Provide active participation in programming communities, offering help and guidance; (c) Open Source Contributions: Enable dedicated time to open source development and community support; (d) Continuous Improvement: Improve existing projects and create new resources for the community.
2.2. Use of Donated Funds
Section titled “2.2. Use of Donated Funds”Donated funds may be used for:
(a) Infrastructure Costs: Hosting, servers, and technical infrastructure necessary for service provision; (b) Development Resources: Tools, software licences, and resources necessary for project development; (c) Community Support: Time and resources dedicated to community support activities; (d) Educational Development: Ongoing education and skill development to enhance service quality; (e) Organisational Operations: Reasonable operational expenses necessary for organisational functioning.
2.3. No Guarantees or Obligations
Section titled “2.3. No Guarantees or Obligations”IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: (a) Donations do not create any contractual obligations or guarantees regarding specific project outcomes or service levels; (b) We reserve the right to allocate donated funds at our sole discretion in furtherance of our mission; (c) Donations do not entitle donors to any ownership interest, voting rights, or control over organisational decisions; (d) We are not obligated to provide any specific services, features, or benefits in exchange for donations.
3. DONATION METHODS AND PLATFORMS
Section titled “3. DONATION METHODS AND PLATFORMS”3.1. Available Donation Platforms
Section titled “3.1. Available Donation Platforms”We accept voluntary contributions through the following platforms:
(a) GitHub Sponsors: Sponsorship options through our GitHub organisation; (b) Patreon: Monthly membership options available at https://patreon.com/nhcarrigan; (c) Stripe: Direct monthly or one-time donations; (d) PayPal: Direct donations via https://paypal.me/nhcarrigan; (e) Cash App: Direct donations via https://cash.app/$nhcarrigan; (f) Ko-fi: Monthly or one-time donations available at https://ko-fi.com/nhcarrigan.
The current list of ways to contribute is always available on our donation page.
3.2. Third-Party Platform Terms
Section titled “3.2. Third-Party Platform Terms”All donations processed through third-party platforms are subject to: (a) The terms of service and privacy policies of the respective platform; (b) Platform-specific fees, processing charges, and payment terms; (c) Platform security measures and data handling practices; (d) Our Privacy Policy regarding collection and processing of donor information.
3.3. Payment Processing
Section titled “3.3. Payment Processing”(a) All payment processing is handled by third-party payment processors; (b) We do not directly process or store payment card information; (c) Payment security is the responsibility of the respective payment platform; (d) We are not liable for any issues arising from third-party payment processing.
4. DONOR RECOGNITION AND BENEFITS
Section titled “4. DONOR RECOGNITION AND BENEFITS”4.1. Recognition Programmes
Section titled “4.1. Recognition Programmes”We may provide recognition to donors through: (a) Public acknowledgement in donor recognition lists (with explicit consent); (b) Special roles or channels in our community platforms; (c) Access to supporter-exclusive content or features; (d) Other forms of recognition as determined at our sole discretion.
4.2. Supporter Benefits
Section titled “4.2. Supporter Benefits”Donors may be eligible for certain benefits, including: (a) Discord Community Access: Access to special supporters channels and roles within our Discord community; (b) Early Access: Early access to new features or content where applicable; (c) Recognition: Public recognition in donor lists or supporter acknowledgements (with consent); (d) Community Engagement: Enhanced engagement opportunities within our community platforms.
4.3. Benefit Limitations
Section titled “4.3. Benefit Limitations”IMPORTANT: (a) Benefits are provided at our sole discretion and may be modified or discontinued at any time; (b) Benefits do not create any contractual rights or obligations; (c) We reserve the right to revoke benefits for violations of our Terms of Service or Community Code of Conduct; (d) Benefits may vary based on donation amount, platform, or other factors determined by us.
4.4. Benefit Activation
Section titled “4.4. Benefit Activation”To activate supporter benefits: (a) Join our Discord community; (b) Contact community leadership to request access to supporter channels and roles; (c) Provide verification of donation if requested; (d) Comply with all community standards and policies.
5. ALTERNATIVE FORMS OF SUPPORT
Section titled “5. ALTERNATIVE FORMS OF SUPPORT”5.1. Non-Financial Contributions
Section titled “5.1. Non-Financial Contributions”We value and appreciate various forms of non-financial support:
(a) Community Engagement: Active participation in our community platforms and discussions; (b) Project Contributions: Contributing code, documentation, or other resources to our open source projects; (c) Promotion and Advocacy: Sharing our projects and resources with others who might benefit; (d) Feedback and Input: Providing constructive feedback to help us improve and refine our work.
5.2. Contribution Guidelines
Section titled “5.2. Contribution Guidelines”All non-financial contributions are subject to: (a) Our Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy; (b) Our Community Code of Conduct; (c) Our Contributing Documentation for code and technical contributions; (d) All applicable legal and policy frameworks.
6. DONATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Section titled “6. DONATION TERMS AND CONDITIONS”6.1. Voluntary Nature
Section titled “6.1. Voluntary Nature”(a) All donations are strictly voluntary and non-refundable; (b) Donations do not create any employment, partnership, or business relationship; (c) Donations are not investments and do not provide any financial return or equity interest; (d) We are not obligated to accept any donation and may refuse donations at our sole discretion.
6.2. Refund Policy
Section titled “6.2. Refund Policy”(a) Donations are generally non-refundable; (b) Refund requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exceptional circumstances; (c) Refund requests must be submitted within thirty (30) days of the donation date; (d) Processing fees charged by payment platforms are non-refundable.
6.3. Tax Considerations
Section titled “6.3. Tax Considerations”(a) We are not a tax-exempt organisation and cannot provide tax deduction documentation; (b) Donors are responsible for determining the tax implications of their contributions; (c) We recommend consulting with a tax professional regarding donation tax treatment; (d) We do not provide tax advice or tax-related documentation.
6.4. Donation Modifications and Cancellations
Section titled “6.4. Donation Modifications and Cancellations”(a) Recurring donations may be cancelled through the respective payment platform; (b) We are not responsible for cancellation processes managed by third-party platforms; (c) Cancellation of recurring donations does not affect benefits already provided; (d) We reserve the right to modify or discontinue donation programmes at any time.
7. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION
Section titled “7. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION”7.1. Donor Information
Section titled “7.1. Donor Information”Donor information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy: (a) We collect only information necessary for processing donations and providing benefits; (b) Donor information is not sold or shared with third parties except as necessary for payment processing; (c) Donors may request access to or deletion of their personal information; (d) Public recognition requires explicit consent from donors.
7.2. Payment Information
Section titled “7.2. Payment Information”(a) We do not directly process or store payment card information; (b) Payment information is handled by third-party payment processors in accordance with their privacy policies; (c) We are not responsible for data breaches or security incidents affecting third-party payment platforms; (d) Donors should review payment platform privacy policies before making contributions.
8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND DISCLAIMERS
Section titled “8. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY AND DISCLAIMERS”8.1. Reference to Comprehensive Liability Framework
Section titled “8.1. Reference to Comprehensive Liability Framework”IMPORTANT: Comprehensive liability limitations, damage exclusions, and maximum liability caps are set forth in our Limitation of Liability and Indemnification Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference and governs all matters related to donations and support.
8.2. Donation-Specific Disclaimers
Section titled “8.2. Donation-Specific Disclaimers”In addition to comprehensive liability limitations: (a) We are not liable for any issues arising from third-party payment platform failures or errors; (b) We are not responsible for benefits or recognition that cannot be provided due to technical or operational limitations; (c) We do not guarantee that donations will result in specific project outcomes or service improvements; (d) We are not liable for any tax consequences or legal implications of donations.
9. CONTACT INFORMATION
Section titled “9. CONTACT INFORMATION”9.1. Donation Inquiries
Section titled “9.1. Donation Inquiries”For questions about donations or support options:
Email: [email protected]
Response Time: Within 7-10 business days for donation-related inquiries
9.2. General Contact
Section titled “9.2. General Contact”For general inquiries about our organisation or services:
Email: [email protected]
Discord Community: https://chat.spellware.dev
10. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND GRATITUDE
Section titled “10. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND GRATITUDE”10.1. Appreciation Statement
Section titled “10.1. Appreciation Statement”We extend our sincere gratitude to all individuals and organisations who support our mission through voluntary contributions. Every contribution, regardless of size, makes a significant impact on our ability to serve the programming community and maintain free, accessible resources.
10.2. Commitment to Mission
Section titled “10.2. Commitment to Mission”We are committed to using all contributions responsibly and effectively to further our mission of creating inclusive, accessible technology resources and supporting programming communities worldwide.
This Donation and Support Policy establishes the terms governing voluntary contributions to our organisation. By making a donation, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms set forth in this Policy. For questions about donations, please contact us at [email protected].