LEGAL & PRIVACY

This page contains the legal notices, website terms, privacy practices, and general disclaimers governing use of the Above The Storm Foundation website.

Above The Storm Foundation is a Missouri nonprofit organization currently developing its operational and charitable infrastructure and pursuing federal tax-exempt recognition under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

1. WEBSITE TERMS

By accessing or using this website, you agree to use it lawfully and responsibly and to comply with these terms.

The content provided on this website is intended for general informational, educational, organizational, and community purposes.

Above The Storm Foundation may update, modify, or remove website content at any time without notice.

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information; however, we do not guarantee that all information on the website is complete, current, or error-free.

2. NO EMERGENCY SERVICES

This website and its contact forms are not emergency dispatch or emergency communication systems.

Do not use this website to report an active emergency, request immediate rescue, or seek urgent medical or safety assistance.

For emergencies, contact 911 or the appropriate local emergency services.

Information submitted through this website may not be reviewed immediately.

3. OUR OPERATIONS

Information regarding search and rescue, disaster response, humanitarian aid, debris clearing, training, resilience, recovery, and other activities describes the Foundation's mission and developing capabilities.

The Foundation does not represent that every service, capability, training program, or operational resource described on this website is available in every location or at all times.

Operational activities may be conducted independently or in coordination with governmental agencies, nonprofit organizations, churches, educational institutions, community organizations, and other partners.

Participation in any activity is subject to applicable requirements, training, authorization, safety considerations, and organizational policies.

4. DONATIONS & TAX STATUS

Above The Storm Foundation is currently establishing its financial infrastructure and pursuing federal recognition under Section 501(c)(3).

Until federal tax-exempt status is formally recognized, we do not represent that contributions made directly to Above The Storm Foundation are tax-deductible.

Where contributions are processed through an established fiscal sponsor, the tax treatment of those contributions is determined by the fiscal sponsor and applicable law.

Donors should retain their transaction records and consult their own tax advisor regarding the deductibility of any contribution.

The Foundation will provide additional information regarding its tax status as that process develops.

5. FISCAL SPONSORSHIP

During the Foundation's development and pending tax-exempt status, certain financial activities may be conducted through an established fiscal sponsor.

Spearhead Church currently serves as a fiscal sponsor for designated Foundation activities as agreed upon between the organizations.

When a contribution is made through a fiscal sponsor, the fiscal sponsor's policies, procedures, and legal requirements governing that contribution apply.

6. PRIVACY

We respect the privacy of individuals who visit our website, contact our organization, volunteer, support our mission, or otherwise interact with us.

We collect only information reasonably necessary to communicate with individuals, respond to inquiries, coordinate organizational activities, process support requests, and operate the website.

Information may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Organization or affiliation

• Information voluntarily provided through contact forms

• Information related to an inquiry, request, or communication

We do not intentionally request sensitive personal information through our general contact form.

Please do not submit medical information, financial account information, passwords, Social Security numbers, information about active investigations, or other highly sensitive information through this website unless specifically instructed through an authorized and secure process.

7. HOW INFORMATION IS USED

Information submitted to Above The Storm Foundation may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Communicate with volunteers, partners, supporters, and community members

• Coordinate organizational activities

• Respond to requests for information

• Maintain organizational records

• Improve website functionality and communication

• Comply with legal, regulatory, accounting, or organizational requirements

We do not sell personal information submitted directly to us.

8. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Our website may use third-party services to provide hosting, forms, analytics, payment processing, social media functionality, merchandise sales, communications, or other services.

Examples may include website hosting providers, payment processors, social media platforms, form providers, and other technology services.

When you interact directly with a third-party service, that service may collect or process information according to its own privacy policy and terms.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party services before providing information through those services.

9. COOKIES & WEBSITE TECHNOLOGIES

Our website or its third-party service providers may use cookies, analytics, pixels, or similar technologies to operate the website, understand website usage, maintain functionality, and improve the user experience.

The specific technologies used may change as the website develops.

You may be able to control or restrict cookies through your browser settings.

10. COMMUNICATIONS

If you voluntarily provide your contact information, we may use it to respond to your inquiry or communicate with you regarding Foundation activities, volunteer opportunities, partnerships, events, programs, or other matters related to your interaction with the organization.

You may request that we discontinue non-essential communications from us.

11. CHILDREN & MINORS

This website is intended for a general audience.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our general contact forms for purposes unrelated to the operation of the organization.

Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided personal information to us may contact us to request review or deletion of that information.

12. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise indicated, content created by Above The Storm Foundation for this website, including original text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, and other materials, is owned by or used with permission by the Foundation.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or commercially exploit Foundation-owned content without prior written permission.

Third-party trademarks, logos, photographs, and other materials remain the property of their respective owners.

13. EXTERNAL LINKS

This website may contain links to third-party websites, organizations, partners, social media platforms, or other resources.

These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes.

Above The Storm Foundation does not control third-party websites and is not responsible for their content, security, privacy practices, or availability.

A link to another organization does not necessarily constitute an endorsement, affiliation, or representation of that organization's services or views unless expressly stated.

14. VOLUNTEER & OPERATIONAL INFORMATION

Information submitted through this website regarding volunteer interest, training, operational participation, or organizational activities does not guarantee acceptance, deployment, employment, certification, assignment, or participation in any Foundation activity.

Participation may require additional screening, training, documentation, agreements, background checks, certifications, or other requirements depending on the activity.

15. NO PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

Information provided through this website is not intended to constitute medical, mental health, legal, financial, emergency management, or other professional advice.

Programs and resources described by the Foundation are intended to support individuals and communities and do not replace licensed professional services when those services are appropriate.

In an emergency or crisis, seek assistance from qualified professionals or appropriate emergency services.

16. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Above The Storm Foundation and its directors, officers, volunteers, employees, representatives, and partners shall not be responsible for losses or damages arising from the use of this website or reliance on information provided through the website.

This limitation does not apply where prohibited by law.

17. CHANGES TO THIS PAGE

We may update these terms and privacy practices as the Foundation, website, programs, and technology develop.

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when this page was most recently revised.

Continued use of the website following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms to the extent permitted by applicable law.

18. CONTACT

Questions regarding this Legal & Privacy notice or the Foundation's handling of information may be directed to:

Above The Storm Foundation
213 St. Robert Blvd. ste 3-503 Saint Robert, MO 65584 US

Email: atsf.leadership@gmail.com
Phone: (888)308-5450

RESPOND. STABILIZE. RESTORE.

Above The Storm Foundation
Missouri Nonprofit Organization, National Reach