Terms of Service
Please read these terms carefully before using our services. By participating in the No Kings movement, you agree to be bound by these terms.
Last updated: March 2026
Welcome to the No Kings Legal Defense Fund. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, services, and participation in our movement activities. The No Kings Legal Defense Fund ("we," "us," or "our") operates this platform to support legal defense for immigrant families and advocate for their rights.
Our mission is built on principles of nonviolent action, community solidarity, and respect for human dignity. These terms reflect those values and establish the framework for our community.
Commitment to Nonviolent Action
By participating in any No Kings event or activity, you commit to peaceful, lawful protest. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation.
Acceptance of Terms
Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using the No Kings Legal Defense Fund website, signing our petitions, making donations, or participating in our events, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitute acceptance of the modified terms.
Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use our services. If you are under 18, you represent that you have parental or guardian consent to use the services.
Use of Services
Petition Signing
When you sign our petition, you represent that the information you provide is accurate and that you are expressing your genuine support for the stated cause. Petition signatures are collected to demonstrate public support and may be presented to lawmakers and media.
Account Responsibilities
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account information and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.
Acceptable Use
You agree not to use our services for any unlawful purpose, to harass others, to spread misinformation, or to interfere with the proper functioning of our website and services.
Donations and Payments
Donation Processing
All donations are processed securely through Stripe. By making a donation, you authorize us to charge your payment method for the amount you specify. Donations support our legal defense fund and operational costs.
Recurring Donations
If you set up a recurring donation, you authorize ongoing charges to your payment method at the interval you select. You may cancel recurring donations at any time by contacting us or managing your payment through Stripe.
Refund Policy
Donations are generally non-refundable as they are immediately allocated to supporting immigrant families. However, we will consider refund requests for duplicate charges or processing errors. Contact us within 30 days of the transaction.
Tax Deductibility
The No Kings Legal Defense Fund is a nonprofit organization. Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We will provide receipts for your records, but please consult a tax professional for specific advice.
Prohibited Activities
You May Not
Use our services to violate any law or regulation; impersonate any person or entity; submit false petition signatures; attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems; transmit viruses or malicious code; or use automated systems to access our services without permission.
Content Standards
Any content you submit, including comments or messages, must not be defamatory, obscene, threatening, or infringe on any intellectual property rights. We reserve the right to remove content that violates these standards.
Violence and Safety
Consistent with our commitment to nonviolent action, you may not use our platform to promote violence, organize armed activities, or plan any illegal actions. Our events are peaceful, and weapons are prohibited.
Intellectual Property
Our Content
All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is owned by or licensed to the No Kings Legal Defense Fund. You may share our content for non-commercial, advocacy purposes with proper attribution.
Graphics and Materials
Official No Kings graphics are available for download and use at authorized events and for advocacy purposes. These materials may not be modified or used for commercial purposes without our written permission.
User Submissions
By submitting content to our platform, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content in connection with our mission and services.
Limitation of Liability
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our services are provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that our website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. We are not responsible for the conduct of event participants or third parties.
Limitation of Damages
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services or participation in our events.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the No Kings Legal Defense Fund, its officers, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these terms or misuse of our services.
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which our organization is registered, without regard to conflict of law principles.
Informal Resolution
Before filing any legal claim, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the dispute informally. Most concerns can be resolved quickly through direct communication.
Arbitration
Any dispute that cannot be resolved informally shall be settled by binding arbitration, except for claims that may be brought in small claims court. You waive the right to participate in class actions.
Updates to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on our website or by sending you an email.
We encourage you to review these Terms periodically. Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms.
Questions About Terms?
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact our legal team.