Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of www.icmuncie.org and Islamic Center of Muncie ("Company", "we", "us", or "our"). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website.

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use our Website for lawful purposes only, including:

• Learning about Islamic Center of Muncie and our services
• Making donations to support our mission via Stripe, PayPal, Venmo, or check
• Contacting us with questions or inquiries through our contact form
• Applying for Zakat assistance or food relief programs
• Registering for volunteer opportunities
• Accessing prayer times and community event information
• Reading educational content and resources

Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers
• Transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code
• Collect or harvest information about other users
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Submit false or misleading information in forms or applications
• Share confidential pickup schedules or assistance information with others
• Abuse assistance programs by submitting duplicate applications
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

Donations

Donation Methods

We accept donations through multiple secure methods:

• Stripe: Credit/debit card donations processed through our website (when Stripe integration is active)
• PayPal: One-time or recurring donations through PayPal's secure platform
• Venmo: Quick mobile payments through Venmo
• Check: Mail checks to Islamic Center of Muncie, 5141 West Hessler Road, Muncie, IN 47304

By making a donation through any third-party service (Stripe, PayPal, Venmo), you agree to that service's terms and privacy policy.

Tax Deductibility

Islamic Center of Muncie is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. We will provide a receipt for your donation, which serves as proof for tax purposes. Please consult your tax advisor for specific guidance on deductibility.

Donation Allocation

Donations are used to support the mission and programs of Islamic Center of Muncie, including:

• Daily operations and facility maintenance
• Educational programs (Sunday School, Hifz classes, Islamic studies)
• Community services and events
• Food relief program
• Zakat assistance fund
• Building improvements and upgrades

While we make every effort to honor donor designations (such as Zakat, Education, Building Fund), we reserve the right to use donations where they are most needed if the designated purpose is no longer applicable or fully funded.

Zakat Donations

Donations designated as Zakat will be distributed only to eligible recipients according to Islamic law (Shariah). We maintain separate accounting for Zakat funds to ensure proper distribution to the eight categories of recipients specified in the Quran.

Recurring Donations

If you set up a recurring monthly donation through PayPal or Stripe, you authorize us to charge your payment method automatically each month until you cancel. You can cancel your recurring donation at any time by:

• Contacting us directly at contact@icmuncie.org or (765) 289-5593
• Managing your subscription through your PayPal or Stripe account

Cancellation will take effect in the next billing cycle. You will not be charged for future months after cancellation, but previous donations are non-refundable.

Refund Policy

All donations are final and non-refundable except in the following circumstances:

• Duplicate charges due to technical error
• Unauthorized charges
• Charges made in error (wrong amount entered)

To request a refund, please contact us within 30 days of the donation with your receipt and explanation. Refund requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and processed within 10 business days if approved.

Processing Fees

Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, Venmo) charge transaction fees (typically 2.2% plus $0.30 per transaction for domestic cards). When using Stripe on our website, you may have the option to cover these fees to ensure 100% of your donation reaches our programs. This is optional and you may choose not to cover these fees.

User-Submitted Information

Accuracy of Information

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when using our forms (contact, donation, volunteer applications, food relief applications, Zakat assistance applications). You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of your information and updating it as needed.

Data Collection and Use

Information you submit through our Website is subject to our Privacy Policy. By submitting information, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

Contact Form

Messages submitted through our contact form are for legitimate inquiries only. We reserve the right to ignore or block spam, abusive, or inappropriate messages. You will receive an automated confirmation email when your message is received, and our team will respond within 24-48 hours.

Volunteer Applications

By submitting a volunteer application, you:

• Certify that all information provided is true and accurate
• Agree that we may contact your references
• Understand that submission does not guarantee acceptance
• Agree to follow our volunteer policies and guidelines
• Will receive a confirmation email and be contacted within 3-5 business days

Food Relief Applications

By submitting a food relief application, you:

• Certify that all information provided is true and accurate
• Understand that we may verify the information provided
• Agree to check your email regularly for pickup schedules
• Understand that pickup schedules are for your household only and must not be shared
• Agree to respond to emails from ICM to avoid delays or loss of benefits
• Will bring valid ID and proof of address when picking up food
• Understand that all food provided is halal

Zakat Assistance Applications

By submitting a Zakat assistance application, you:

• Certify that all information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge
• Understand that Islamic Center of Muncie may verify this information
• Agree that we may contact your references
• Understand that all information is kept strictly confidential
• Understand that submission does not guarantee approval
• Will be notified of the decision within 5-7 business days
• Understand that assistance is provided based on need and available resources
• Agree to use any assistance received for the stated purpose

Verification and Fraud Prevention

We reserve the right to verify information provided in applications through:

• Contacting references
• Requesting additional documentation
• Checking for duplicate applications
• Conducting interviews or home visits if necessary

Providing false information or attempting to defraud our assistance programs may result in:

• Denial of current and future applications
• Termination of services
• Reporting to appropriate authorities if fraud is suspected

Intellectual Property

Website Content

All content on this Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Islamic Center of Muncie or its content suppliers and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

Limited License

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without written permission.

Trademarks

"Islamic Center of Muncie" and our logo are trademarks of Islamic Center of Muncie. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written consent.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites and services (such as Facebook, PayPal, Venmo, Stripe, Google Maps, Google Forms). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these external sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Warranties that the Website is free from viruses or harmful components
• Warranties regarding the accuracy or reliability of information

We do not warrant that the Website will meet your requirements or that any errors will be corrected.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ISLAMIC CENTER OF MUNCIE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or use
• Damages resulting from your use or inability to use the Website
• Damages resulting from unauthorized access to your information
• Damages resulting from errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies of content

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the Website shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the past 12 months, or $100, whichever is greater.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Islamic Center of Muncie, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
• Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations

Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

Material changes will be communicated through a notice on our Website or via email if we have your contact information.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abusive or inappropriate behavior
• Technical or security reasons

Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Indiana, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Delaware County, Indiana. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

If you have a dispute with us, please contact us first to attempt to resolve the issue informally. We are committed to working with you in good faith to resolve any concerns.

Arbitration

If we cannot resolve a dispute informally, any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in Muncie, Indiana.

Class Action Waiver

You agree that any arbitration or legal proceeding shall be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class action, consolidated action, or representative action.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Islamic Center of Muncie regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Acknowledgment

BY USING THIS WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, UNDERSTAND THEM, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MUST NOT USE THIS WEBSITE.