TERMS & CONDITIONS.

Effective Date: October 01, 2025

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Welcome to the website of the Carson Valley Community Food Closet (CVCFC). By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the website.

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These Terms & Conditions apply to your use of the CVCFC website and related online services, including information about food assistance programs, donations, events, volunteer opportunities, and other CVCFC activities.

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About CVCFC

 

Carson Valley Community Food Closet is a nonprofit organization providing supplemental food assistance and working toward food security in Douglas County, Nevada, and serving eligible communities within our service area.

Information provided on this website is intended to help community members understand our programs, services, events, and opportunities to support our mission.

 

Use of This Website

 

You may use this website for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with these Terms & Conditions.

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You agree not to:

• Use the website for unlawful purposes.

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website, systems, or accounts.

• Interfere with the operation or security of the website.

• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information.

• Use information obtained from the website to harass, threaten, or harm another person.

• Copy, reproduce, or distribute website content without appropriate permission.

• Use the website in a manner that could damage CVCFC or interfere with another person's ability to use the website.

 

Food Assistance Information

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Information about food assistance programs, eligibility requirements, hours, locations, appointments, deliveries, mobile distributions, and other services is provided for general informational purposes.  Program participation is not guaranteed. Eligibility, availability, program capacity, funding, food supply, weather, staffing, and other circumstances may affect the availability of services.  Program requirements may also change based on applicable federal, state, local, or funding requirements.

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For questions about eligibility or current program availability, please contact the CVCFC Client Intake Specialist at (775) 782-3711, extension 1.

 

Website Information May Change

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CVCFC makes reasonable efforts to keep website information accurate and current. However, information may change without notice.

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This may include:

• Distribution hours

• Program availability

• Eligibility requirements

• Event dates or locations

• Food distribution schedules

• Volunteer opportunities

• Delivery availability

• Contact information

• Program capacity

 

CVCFC reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue website content, programs, services, or activities at any time.

 

Emergency and Food Assistance Services

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Information on this website does not constitute a guarantee that food, emergency assistance, delivery, or any other service will be available at a particular time.  Emergency food assistance and other services are subject to available resources and program capacity.

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Individuals with urgent needs should contact CVCFC directly rather than relying solely on information provided through the website.

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Donations

 

CVCFC gratefully accepts charitable donations through approved donation methods.

When making an online donation, you agree to provide accurate and complete information necessary to process the donation.  Online payments areprocessed by third-party payment providers. CVCFC does not control the policies, security, or availability of those third-party systems.  Donation acknowledgments and tax receipts are provided in accordance with applicable requirements.  Unless otherwise stated, donations are intended to support CVCFC's charitable mission and programs.

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Events and Registrations

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CVCFC may offer registrations for events, fundraisers, volunteer activities, or other community activities through its website.  Event information, including dates, locations, fees, schedules, and availability, may change.  Participation may be subject to additional event-specific terms, registration requirements, waivers, or policies.  Where applicable, those additional terms will be provided during registration.

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Volunteer Opportunities

 

Information regarding volunteer opportunities is provided for individuals interested in supporting CVCFC.

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Volunteer opportunities may be subject to:

• Availability

• Scheduling needs

• Age requirements

• Orientation or training

• Background screening where applicable

• Program-specific requirements

• CVCFC policies and procedures

 

Submitting a volunteer inquiry or application does not guarantee placement or acceptance as a volunteer.

 

Third-Party Websites and Services

 

The CVCFC website may contain links to websites or services operated by third parties, including:

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• Donation platforms

• Event registration services

• Social media platforms

• Partner organizations

• Government agencies

• Food bank resources

• Other community resources

 

These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes.  CVCFC does not control and is not responsible for the content, availability, security, privacy practices, or terms of third-party websites.  Your use of a third-party website is subject to that website's own terms and policies.

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Website Accuracy and Availability

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CVCFC strives to provide useful and accurate information. However, we do not warrant that:

• All website information will always be complete or current.

• The website will always be available or uninterrupted.

• The website will be free from errors or technical problems.

• Information obtained through the website will meet every individual's particular needs.

 

CVCFC may temporarily suspend website access for maintenance, security, technical issues, updates, or other reasons.

 

Intellectual Property

 

Unless otherwise stated, content appearing on the CVCFC website, including text, graphics, logos, photographs, documents, designs, and other materials, belongs to CVCFC or is used with permission.  Website content may not be reproduced, modified, distributed, or commercially used without appropriate authorization, except as permitted by applicable law.  CVCFC's name, logo, and other identifying materials may not be used in a manner that suggests endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation without permission.

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Photographs and Media

 

Photographs, videos, graphics, and other media displayed on the website may be the property of CVCFC or used with permission.  Visitors may not copy, reproduce, or use photographs or other media from the website for commercial purposes or in a manner that misrepresents the individuals, organization, or activities depicted. CVCFC makes reasonable efforts to obtain appropriate permission for identifiable individuals featured in promotional materials.

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User-Submitted Information

 

If you submit information through the CVCFC website, including forms, inquiries, volunteer applications, event registrations, or other communications, you agree that the information you provide is accurate to the best of your knowledge.  Please do not submit confidential information through a general website contact form unless specifically requested.  Information submitted through the website will be handled in accordance with CVCFC's Privacy Policy.

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Security

 

CVCFC takes reasonable steps to protect its website and information systems. However, no website, electronic transmission, or online system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.  Users should exercise reasonable caution when providing personal information online.

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Disclaimer of Warranties

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To the extent permitted by applicable law, the CVCFC website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.  CVCFC makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the website or its content, including warranties concerning accuracy, availability, reliability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to exclude or limit any rights or protections that cannot legally be excluded or limited.

 

Limitation of Liability

 

To the extent permitted by applicable law, CVCFC will not be responsible for losses or damages arising from a person's use of, or inability to use, the website or reliance upon information contained on the website.  This includes, to the extent permitted by law, losses resulting from website interruptions, technical problems, errors, omissions, third-party websites, or changes in program availability.  Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to waive or limit liability where such waiver or limitation is prohibited by law.

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Privacy

 

Your use of the CVCFC website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how CVCFC collects, uses, and protects information.  By using the website, you acknowledge that you have had an opportunity to review the Privacy Policy.

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Prohibited Conduct

 

CVCFC reserves the right to restrict or terminate access to portions of the website when reasonably necessary to protect the website, CVCFC, its users, or the community.

 

Prohibited conduct includes attempts to:

• Circumvent website security

• Introduce malicious software

• Interfere with website operation

• Obtain information without authorization

• Impersonate another person or organization

• Use the website for fraudulent or unlawful purposes

 

Changes to These Terms & Conditions

 

CVCFC may revise these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Changes will be effective when posted on this website unless otherwise stated.  Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms & Conditions.

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Governing Law

 

These Terms & Conditions shall be interpreted in accordance with applicable laws of the State of Nevada and applicable federal law, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to create rights or obligations that cannot legally be created or enforced.

 

Contact Us

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If you have questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

 

Carson Valley Community Food Closet
1251 Waterloo Lane
Gardnerville, NV 89410
(775) 782-3711

For food assistance eligibility and program availability: Client Intake Specialist — ext 1