Terms and Conditions
Naismith International Basketball Foundation
Effective Date: May 31, 2026
Welcome to the website of the Naismith International Basketball Foundation (“NIBF,” “Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms and Conditions explain the rules for using our website, making donations, purchasing merchandise, joining membership programs, submitting information, or interacting with our online content.
By using this website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.
1. Purpose of This Website
The Naismith International Basketball Foundation website is provided to share information about our mission, programs, campaigns, events, educational initiatives, fundraising efforts, merchandise, memberships, and community outreach.
Our mission includes honoring the legacy of Dr. James Naismith, promoting good sportsmanship, supporting youth development, encouraging character-building, and helping communities through basketball-centered education and outreach.
2. Use of the Website
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You may not use this website to:
- Submit false, misleading, or harmful information
- Attempt to damage, disable, or interfere with the website
- Upload viruses, malware, spam, or harmful code
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation
- Use our name, logos, images, or content without permission
- Violate any applicable law or regulation
We reserve the right to restrict or block access to the website if we believe someone is misusing it.
3. Donations and Contributions
Donations made through our website or linked donation platforms are voluntary contributions to support the work, mission, and programs of the Naismith International Basketball Foundation.
Donation payments may be processed by third-party payment providers. By making a donation, you may also be subject to the terms and privacy policies of those third-party providers.
Unless otherwise stated, donations are generally non-refundable. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us as soon as possible and we will review the request.
NIBF may use donations where they are most needed to support the Foundation’s mission, programs, operations, outreach, events, educational initiatives, youth programs, and related activities, unless a specific restricted purpose has been clearly agreed to in writing.
4. Memberships and Supporter Programs
If NIBF offers memberships, supporter programs, monthly contributions, digital badges, newsletters, giveaways, or related benefits, those programs may be changed, paused, or discontinued at any time.
Membership benefits are not guaranteed unless clearly stated in writing. Supporter memberships are intended to help fund the mission and programs of the Foundation.
Monthly memberships or recurring donations may continue until canceled by the supporter through the applicable payment platform or by contacting us for assistance.
5. Merchandise, Products, and Orders
NIBF may offer merchandise, apparel, books, digital products, commemorative items, or other products through our website or third-party platforms.
Product descriptions, pricing, availability, shipping times, and fulfillment details may change without notice. Some items may be produced or fulfilled by third-party vendors.
We are not responsible for delays caused by shipping carriers, payment processors, fulfillment partners, incorrect addresses, or circumstances outside our control.
Refunds, exchanges, or replacements may depend on the policies of the third-party platform, print-on-demand provider, payment processor, or fulfillment partner involved in the order.
6. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, designs, slogans, program names, campaign materials, and website layout, is owned by or licensed to the Naismith International Basketball Foundation unless otherwise stated.
You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, sell, publish, or use our content for commercial purposes without written permission.
You may share public website links or social media posts for informational, educational, or promotional purposes, as long as you do not misrepresent NIBF or imply an official partnership, sponsorship, endorsement, or approval without permission.
7. Names, Logos, and Legacy References
The Naismith International Basketball Foundation works to honor the legacy of Dr. James Naismith and the history of basketball.
Use of the NIBF name, logo, foundation materials, campaign names, or legacy-related content does not give any visitor, donor, sponsor, vendor, or third party the right to use those names or materials without written approval.
No person or organization may claim to represent, partner with, sponsor, or speak on behalf of NIBF unless authorized in writing.
8. User Submissions
If you submit messages, stories, testimonials, photos, videos, comments, contact forms, volunteer forms, sponsor inquiries, or other content to NIBF, you confirm that the information you provide is accurate and that you have the right to share it.
By submitting content, you give NIBF permission to review, respond to, and use the submission for the purpose for which it was provided.
We will not knowingly publish private personal information without permission. For more information about how we handle personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.
9. Youth and Family Participation
NIBF supports youth development, education, sportsmanship, and community programs. Some programs, events, or campaigns may involve minors.
Parents, guardians, schools, organizations, or authorized adults are responsible for providing proper consent when minors participate in any NIBF-related program, media activity, event, form, or submission.
NIBF may require additional permission forms, media releases, waivers, or participation agreements for youth programs, interviews, events, or activities.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website may link to third-party websites, including donation platforms, payment processors, merchandise providers, social media pages, sponsors, partners, event platforms, videos, or other outside resources.
NIBF does not control and is not responsible for third-party websites, services, content, policies, fees, delays, or errors.
Use of third-party websites is at your own risk and may be governed by their own terms and privacy policies.
11. No Professional Advice
Information on this website is provided for general educational, historical, charitable, and informational purposes only.
Nothing on this website should be considered legal, financial, tax, medical, mental health, or professional advice. You should consult a qualified professional for advice related to your personal situation.
12. Disclaimer of Warranties
This website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.
NIBF makes reasonable efforts to keep website information accurate and updated, but we do not guarantee that all content will always be complete, current, error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.
We may update, remove, or change website content at any time without notice.
13. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, NIBF, its officers, directors, volunteers, representatives, partners, and service providers shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website.
This includes damages related to website errors, interruptions, third-party services, lost data, payment issues, delayed orders, unauthorized access, or reliance on website content.
14. Indemnification
You agree to hold harmless and defend NIBF, its officers, directors, volunteers, representatives, partners, and service providers from claims, damages, losses, costs, or expenses resulting from your misuse of the website, violation of these Terms, or violation of any law or third-party rights.
15. Changes to These Terms
NIBF may update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Your continued use of the website after updates are posted means you accept the revised Terms and Conditions.
16. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of the United States and, where applicable, the state in which the Naismith International Basketball Foundation operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.
17. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:
Naismith International Basketball Foundation
Email: h.perdomo@naismithfoundation.org
Website: naismithfoundation.org
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