Terms of Use

Effective date: October 11, 2026

Using this website

By using unitedplates.org, operated by United Plates of America (a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity, EIN 92-2960872), you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. Please use it lawfully and do not attempt to disrupt it or access it without authorization.

Not for emergencies

This website and its contact forms are not monitored for emergencies. In an emergency call 911; for a mental-health crisis call or text 988; for local help call 211 (Washington: 1-877-211-9274).

Requests for help

Information on this site about our work is general and is not an offer of assistance. If we open a process for requesting help, all requests will be reviewed, and submitting a request does not guarantee that you will receive assistance or any particular amount. Asking for help doesn’t guarantee assistance. Help depends on available funds and our service area, and we review every request case by case.

Donations

Donations are voluntary and are processed by a third-party platform (Zeffy), whose terms of use also apply. Donors can give online through Zeffy. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Donations to United Plates of America are non-refundable. The only exceptions are processing errors, such as a duplicate charge or an incorrect amount, which will be corrected upon the donor’s request. Donors may request a correction within 30 days of the donation. Monthly gifts can be changed or canceled anytime through Zeffy. Gifts go where they’re needed most unless you name a specific program. If a program raises more than it needs, we’ll use the extra for similar work.

Content & intellectual property

The content on this site, including the name, logo, text and images, belongs to United Plates of America or its licensors. You’re welcome to share our content to help spread the word, with credit to United Plates of America. Please ask before using our name or logo in anything commercial.

Volunteer & partner submissions

Submitting a form does not create a volunteer, employment or partnership relationship. Volunteers must sign a liability waiver before helping at a MEAT-up, and anyone under 18 needs a parent or guardian’s signature.

Third-party links

We link to other websites and services we do not control and are not responsible for their content or practices.

Disclaimers & limits of liability

The site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, to the extent allowed by law. Our site and services are provided “as is.” To the extent the law allows, United Plates of America isn’t liable for indirect or incidental damages from using the site or our programs.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, where United Plates of America is organized.

Changes & contact

We may update these terms by posting a new version here. Questions? Email [email protected].