Terms of Service

1. Donation Acceptance & Irrevocability

Once a donation is made, it is generally considered a completed gift to our mission.

• Irrevocability: All donations are final and non-refundable unless exceptional circumstances are proven (e.g., fraudulent use of a payment method).
• Discretionary Use: The Marist Brothers East Asia Province retains full control and discretion over donated funds to ensure they are used to further our mission, even when a specific project is highlighted.

2. Tax-Exempt Status & Receipts

Understanding your tax benefits and our acknowledgement process.

Status Disclosure: We are a registered non-profit religious organization in the Republic of the Philippines. Donors abroad should consult local regulations regarding international gift deductibility.

Receipting: Donors will receive an official acknowledgement via email immediately after a successful transaction. Official receipts for tax purposes are issued upon request or as required by local law.

3. Recurring Donations

Subscription terms for our long-term mission partners.

• Authorization: By choosing a recurring plan, you authorize us to charge your payment method on the specified schedule.
• Cancellation: You may stop recurring payments at any time. To prevent the next charge, please cancel at least 48 hours before your next billing cycle.
• Notification: You will be notified via email if a payment fails or if there are changes to your donation schedule.

4. Payment Processing & Security

Transparency regarding how your financial data is handled.

Third-Party Services: Payments are handled by secure, PCI-compliant processors. We do not store or see your full credit card numbers on our servers.

Transaction Fees: Your gross donation may be reduced by standard gateway processing fees. In some cases, you will be given the option to "cover the fee" to ensure your full intended gift reaches the mission.

5. Prohibited Conduct (AML)

Protecting the integrity of our mission from illegal activity.

Lawful Funds: By donating, you warrant that your funds are from legal sources and do not violate Anti-Money Laundering (AML) or "Know Your Customer" (KYC) regulations.

Right to Refuse: We reserve the right to refuse or return any donation that may pose a legal, ethical, or reputational risk to our organization.

6. Privacy & Recognition

Respecting your anonymity and contact preferences.

Donor Privacy: We will never sell, trade, or share our donor lists with third parties. Your data is used exclusively for mission support and communication.

Wall of Donors: We occasionally publish names to recognize our benefactors. You have the right to remain anonymous and can opt-out at the point of donation or via email.

7. Limitation of Liability

Understanding the boundaries of our digital responsibility.

We are not liable for any technical failures, unauthorized access beyond our reasonable control, or issues arising from your use of third-party payment portals. Use of this site is at your own risk.

8. External Links and Services

Transparency regarding our digital ecosystem.

For your convenience, we provide links to other websites (e.g., payment gateways, social media). We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of these external platforms.

9. Welcome and Mission Context

This website is the official online presence of the Marist Brothers East Asia Province. It exists to support our Catholic educational and pastoral mission inspired by St. Marcellin Champagnat.

By accessing this website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service, applicable laws of the Republic of the Philippines, and standards expected of religious institutions.

10. Proper Use of the Website

This website is intended for educational, pastoral, and informational purposes. Users must:

• Avoid Harmful Activities
• Respect Security
• Provide Accurate Data
• Uphold Values

11. User Responsibilities

Users are responsible for the accuracy of information they submit and must comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173). Unauthorized use of personal data may result in civil, administrative, or criminal liability.

12. Intellectual Property

All content on this website is owned by or licensed to the Marist Brothers East Asia Province. Use is permitted only for educational and pastoral purposes unless otherwise authorized. Written permission is required for reproduction or distribution.

13. Disclaimer

We do our best to ensure accuracy, but we are not liable for temporary downtime, unintentional errors, or content from external links. The website is provided "as is" without warranties.

14. Platform "Policing" Authority

The platform prohibits illegal content, hate speech, harassment, and misinformation, retaining authority to refuse, edit, or delete non-compliant material. Repeated violations may result in account suspension or permanent termination.

15. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of the Philippines. Any disputes shall be settled within the jurisdiction of Philippine courts.