Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Site operated by Pasco County Professional Firefighters Local 4420 (“Local 4420,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Organization Information

Pasco County Professional Firefighters Local 4420 is an affiliate of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). This Site is operated by Local 4420 for informational, community engagement, and fundraising purposes.

3. Website Purpose

The Site may provide information and tools related to:

• Local 4420 news, updates, and community initiatives
• Event registrations and event information
• Sponsorship opportunities and sponsor intake
• Scholarship programs and scholarship applications
• Donations and fundraising campaigns
• Contact, inquiry, and email sign-up forms

4. Use of Website

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others.

You may not:

• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
• Attempt to interfere with Site operations or security
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Transmit malware, harmful code, or disruptive content
• Impersonate any person or organization

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

5. Form Submissions

By submitting any form on the Site (including sponsorship forms, scholarship applications, donations, event registrations, or contact requests), you:

• Confirm that the information you provide is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge
• Authorize us to contact you regarding your submission
• Understand that submission does not guarantee acceptance, approval, award selection, or placement
• Acknowledge that certain opportunities may be limited and handled on a first-come basis where stated

We are not responsible for issues caused by incorrect information submitted by users.

6. Payments, Donations & Sponsorships

The Site may allow donations, event registration payments, or sponsorship payments through third-party payment providers.

• Payments are processed by third-party providers; Local 4420 does not store full payment card details on its servers.
• Sponsorships and certain event registrations are not secured until payment is received (unless otherwise stated).
• Donations are generally non-refundable unless otherwise stated or required by law.
• Event-related purchases may have specific refund policies disclosed on the applicable event page.

We reserve the right to refuse, cancel, or reverse transactions where permitted by law and policy.

7. Data Collection & Website Interactions

The Site collects and processes information submitted voluntarily by users across the entire website, including but not limited to:

• Scholarship applications (application details and supporting documentation)
• Donation processing (transaction details necessary to process and receipt donations)
• Sponsor intake forms (company details, logo/media submissions, and sponsorship selections)
• Email collection (newsletter sign-ups, contact forms, and communications requests)
• Analytics tracking (cookies/analytics tools used to understand traffic and improve the Site)

Scholarship applicants are responsible for providing accurate and truthful information. Submitting an application does not guarantee selection or award.

Donations and event-related payments are processed through secure third-party providers. Local 4420 does not store full payment card numbers on its servers.

Sponsors and vendors acknowledge that business names and submitted branding (such as logos) may be displayed on the Site and in promotional materials consistent with the sponsorship level or agreement.

The Site may use cookies and analytics tools to monitor traffic and engagement, improve performance, and enhance user experience. Analytics data is typically used in aggregate form.

8. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on the Site—including logos, graphics, event branding, text, photos, videos, and page layouts— is owned by Local 4420 or used with permission.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publicly display, or create derivative works from Site materials without prior written permission.

“IAFF” names and marks are the property of the International Association of Fire Fighters and are used to identify affiliation.

9. Event Participation Disclaimer

Events promoted through the Site (including golf tournaments, fishing tournaments, raffles, or other fundraisers) may involve inherent risks.

• Participants assume all risks associated with participation and attendance.
• Participants agree to comply with all event rules and venue requirements.
• Additional waivers or releases may be required at registration or check-in.

10. Media & Photography Release

By attending events hosted or promoted by Local 4420, you acknowledge that photography and video recording may occur. You grant Local 4420 permission to use event-related media for the Site, social media, marketing, and promotional materials.

If you wish to request removal of a specific image, please contact us.

11. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites (including sponsors, venues, payment processors, and media platforms). We are not responsible for third-party content, privacy policies, or practices.

12. No Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding availability, accuracy, reliability, or uninterrupted operation.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Local 4420 will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of data, loss of profits, or business interruption arising from your use of the Site.

Use of the Site is at your own risk.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Local 4420 and its officers, representatives, volunteers, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your submission of inaccurate or unlawful information.

15. Modifications to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

16. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes will be handled in the appropriate courts located in Florida.

17. Contact Information

These Terms apply to the entire Pasco County Professional Firefighters Local 4420 website, including events, scholarships, fundraising initiatives, sponsorship opportunities, donation pages, and all associated forms.

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