Term Conditions

Terms and Conditions for Matriarchal Arts Council


Last Updated: April 19, 2025


Welcome to matriarchalartscouncil.com (the “Website”), operated by Matriarchal Arts Council (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a non-profit organization based at Gavalochori, Chania, 730 08, Greece. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website, including any content, services, or features provided, such as making donations or contacting us.
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Website. Please read these Terms carefully before using the Website.

  1. About Matriarchal Arts Council
    Matriarchal Arts Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting arts and culture. The Website serves as a platform to share information about our mission, activities, and events, and to accept donations to support our work. These Terms apply to all users of the Website, including visitors, donors, and anyone who interacts with our services.
  2. Eligibility
    To use the Website, you must:
    Be at least 16 years of age. If you are under 16, you may only use the Website with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

Have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements under applicable law.

Comply with these Terms and all applicable local, national, and international laws and regulations.

  1. Acceptance of Terms
    By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy (available at [matriarchalartscouncil.com/privacy-policy]). We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the updated Terms on the Website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
  2. Use of the Website
    4.1 Permitted Use
    You may use the Website for lawful purposes only, including:
    Browsing information about our organization and mission;

Making donations to support our non-profit activities;

Contacting us via email or contact forms;

Subscribing to newsletters or updates (if applicable).

4.2 Prohibited Use
You agree not to:
Use the Website in any way that violates applicable laws, regulations, or these Terms;

Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its servers, or any connected systems;

Engage in any activity that disrupts, damages, or interferes with the Website’s functionality, such as introducing viruses, malware, or other harmful code;

Use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect data from the Website without our prior written consent;

Misrepresent your identity or provide false information when interacting with the Website;

Use the Website to transmit unsolicited commercial communications (spam) or engage in fraudulent activities.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website if you violate these Terms or engage in any prohibited activities.

  1. Donations
    5.1 Donation Process
    As a non-profit organization, we accept donations through the Website to support our mission. Donations are processed securely via third-party payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe). By making a donation, you agree to:
    Provide accurate and complete payment information;

Ensure you have the authority to use the payment method provided;

Comply with the terms and conditions of the payment processor.

5.2 Non-Refundable Donations
Donations are voluntary contributions to support our non-profit activities and are generally non-refundable, except as required by applicable law or in exceptional circumstances at our sole discretion. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us at councilformatriarchalarts@gmail.com (mailto:councilformatriarchalarts@gmail.com) within 7 days of the transaction.
5.3 Tax Receipts
We may issue receipts for donations for tax purposes, where applicable, in accordance with Greek tax regulations. Please contact us at councilformatriarchalarts@gmail.com (mailto:councilformatriarchalarts@gmail.com) to request a receipt, if needed.
5.4 No Goods or Services
Donations are charitable contributions and do not entitle you to any goods, services, or benefits unless explicitly stated (e.g., as part of a fundraising campaign). Any benefits provided are subject to availability and our discretion.

  1. Intellectual Property
    6.1 Ownership
    All content on the Website, including text, images, logos, designs, and other materials (collectively, “Content”), is owned by Matriarchal Arts Council or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
    6.2 Limited License
    We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. You may not:
    Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works of the Content without our prior written consent;

Use the Content for commercial purposes or in any way that suggests endorsement by us;

Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices on the Content.

6.3 User-Submitted Content
If you submit content to the Website (e.g., comments, feedback, or images), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for the purpose of operating and promoting the Website and our mission. You represent and warrant that you have the right to submit such content and that it does not infringe on any third-party rights or violate applicable laws.

  1. Third-Party Links and Services
    The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., payment processors, social media platforms) that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of these third parties. Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and policies, and we encourage you to review them.
  2. Disclaimer of Warranties
    The Website and its Content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
    The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the Content;

The availability, functionality, or security of the Website;

The absence of viruses, errors, or other harmful components;

The suitability of the Website for your specific needs.

We do not guarantee that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from security breaches. Your use of the Website is at your own risk.

  1. Limitation of Liability
    To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Matriarchal Arts Council, its officers, employees, agents, or affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
    Your use of or inability to use the Website;

Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the Content;

Unauthorized access to or loss of your data;

Any third-party conduct, content, or services linked from the Website.

In jurisdictions where limitations of liability are not permitted, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent allowed by law.

  1. Indemnification
    You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Matriarchal Arts Council, its officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
    Your violation of these Terms;

Your use or misuse of the Website;

Your submission of content that infringes on third-party rights or violates applicable laws;

Any other actions related to your interaction with the Website.

  1. Termination
    We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website, in whole or in part, at our sole discretion, with or without notice, if:
    You violate these Terms;

Your actions pose a risk to the Website, our users, or our organization;

We are required to do so by law.

Upon termination, your right to access and use the Website will cease immediately. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (e.g., intellectual property, limitation of liability, indemnification) will remain in effect.

  1. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
    These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Greece, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Chania, Greece, unless otherwise required by applicable consumer protection laws.
    If you are a consumer residing in another EU member state, you may also have the right to bring a claim in your local courts under EU consumer protection regulations.
  2. Dispute Resolution
    We aim to resolve any disputes amicably. If you have a concern, please contact us at councilformatriarchalarts@gmail.com (mailto:councilformatriarchalarts@gmail.com). If we cannot resolve the issue informally, you may pursue legal action as described in Section 12.
    EU residents may also access the European Commission’s Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform at http://ec.europa.eu/odr for alternative dispute resolution.
  3. Force Majeure
    We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms due to events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, strikes, government actions, or technical failures (e.g., server outages).
  4. Changes to These Terms
    We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Website functionality. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated Terms on the Website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
  5. Miscellaneous
    Entire Agreement: These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Matriarchal Arts Council regarding your use of the Website.

Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other right.

Assignment: We may assign our rights and obligations under these Terms to a third party (e.g., in the event of a merger or dissolution). You may not assign your rights without our prior written consent.

Language: These Terms are provided in English. Any translations are for convenience only, and the English version shall prevail in case of discrepancies.

  1. Contact Us
    If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about these Terms or the Website, please contact us at:
    Matriarchal Arts Council
    Email: councilformatriarchalarts@gmail.com
    Address: Gavalochori, Chania, 730 08, Greece
    We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly.
    These Terms and Conditions are effective as of April 19, 2025.