Terms of Service
Last updated: February 24, 2026
Welcome to the South Atlantic Fishing Environmentalists (S.A.F.E.) website. By accessing or using our website at www.safefishing.org, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service govern your use of the S.A.F.E. website and all content, services, and products available at or through the website. By accessing or using any part of the website, you agree to become bound by these terms. If you do not agree to all the terms, then you may not access the website or use any services.
S.A.F.E. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to sustainable fisheries in the South Atlantic region. Our services include membership programs, raffles, educational content, and conservation advocacy.
2. Membership and Accounts
2.1 Account Creation
When you create an account with us, you must provide accurate, complete, and current information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password and for restricting access to your computer.
2.2 Membership Tiers
S.A.F.E. offers various membership tiers with different benefits. Membership fees are used to support our conservation work and are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
2.3 Account Termination
We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or remove or edit content at our sole discretion.
3. Raffles and Donations
3.1 Raffle Participation
S.A.F.E. conducts raffles to raise funds for conservation efforts. By purchasing raffle tickets, you agree to the specific rules and conditions posted for each raffle. Raffle winners are selected randomly and notified according to the posted rules.
3.2 Donations
All donations to S.A.F.E. are voluntary and non-refundable. As a 501(c)(3) organization, donations may be tax-deductible. Consult with a tax professional for specific advice regarding deductibility.
3.3 Payment Processing
All payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store credit card information on our servers.
4. Intellectual Property
4.1 Our Content
The content on the S.A.F.E. website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of S.A.F.E. or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
4.2 License to Use
We grant you 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 without our prior written consent.
4.3 User Content
By submitting content to our website, you grant S.A.F.E. a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, and distribute that content in connection with our conservation mission.
5. User Conduct
You agree not to use the website to:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe on the rights of others
- Post false or misleading information
- Transmit viruses or malicious code
- Interfere with the website's operation
- Harass, threaten, or intimidate others
- Impersonate any person or entity
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
The website is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. S.A.F.E. does not warrant that:
- The website will be uninterrupted or error-free
- Defects will be corrected
- The website is free of viruses or other harmful components
- The information on the website is accurate, complete, or current
Conservation information provided on the website is for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal or regulatory advice.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, S.A.F.E. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use the website
- Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers
- Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the website
- Any bugs, viruses, or other harmful code
- Any errors or omissions in any content
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless S.A.F.E., its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the website or your violation of these Terms of Service.
9. Governing Law
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Monroe County, Florida.
10. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms of Service at any time. If a revision is material, we will provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect.
By continuing to access or use our website after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
P.O. Box 1234
Islamorada, FL 33036
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Status
South Atlantic Fishing Environmentalists (S.A.F.E.) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to promote sustainable fisheries through science-based conservation, education, and advocacy. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our EIN is [EIN Number Here].