Terms of Use

Terms of Use:

Last Updated: May 12, 2026

These Terms of Use govern your use of the Madden Charities, Inc. and The John Madden Foundation (“Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation”) website located at www.MaddenCharities.org and all content and services made available through the website (collectively, the “Website”).

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, as well as any other policies referenced in these Terms of Use, including Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation Privacy Policy. Your use of the Website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect and use information. If you do not agree to these Terms of Use, you may not access or use the Website.

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with the mission of Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation. You may not use the Website in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party’s use of the Website. The content on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or other professional advice.

1. 1. Donations. If you choose to make a donation through the Website, you may be directed to a third-party payment processor or service provider. All donations are voluntary and support the charitable programs of Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation are not responsible for the privacy practices, terms, or policies of third-party payment processors, and you should review those terms and policies before providing payment information. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation do not represent that donations are tax-deductible in all circumstances, and you should consult your own tax advisor regarding the deductibility of any donation.

1. 1. Third-Party Links and Services. The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content, including payment processors and other service providers. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation do not control and is not responsible for the content, terms, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party websites or services. Your use of third-party websites or services is at your own risk.

1. 1. Intellectual Property. All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or otherwise use Website content without prior written permission, except as permitted by law. If you believe content infringes your copyright, contact us at donations@maddencharities.org.

1. 1. Accessibility. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation strive to make the Website accessible to people with disabilities. If you encounter difficulty accessing any part of the Website, please contact us so we can work to provide the information or assistance you need.

1. 1. Changes and Termination. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time by posting an updated version on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms of Use. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation also reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, if it believes you have violated these Terms of Use or misused the Website.

1. 1. Disclaimer of Warranties. The Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation disclaim, to the fullest extent permitted by law, all warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or other harmful components. Any reliance on the Website or its content is at your own risk.

1. 1. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation and their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, licensors, and service providers will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or for any loss of data, revenue, profits, or goodwill, arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Website.

1. 1. User Obligations. You agree that your use of the Website will comply with these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. You may not use the Website in any manner that infringes the rights of others, interferes with the operation of the Website, or otherwise violates applicable law. Any information you submit through the Website (such as contact forms or newsletter signups) must be accurate and not violate the rights of others. You grant us the right to use such information to respond to your request and provide services consistent with our Privacy Policy.

1. 1. Indemnification. You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Madden Charities & The John Madden Foundation and their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or related to your violation of these Terms of Use or your misuse of the Website.

1. 1. Governing Law. These Terms of Use and any dispute arising out of or relating to the Website shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding relating to these Terms of Use or the Website shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Alameda County, California, unless applicable law requires otherwise.

1. 1. Electronic Communications. By submitting your information through the Website, you consent to receive communications from us electronically, including responses to inquiries and newsletters that you have opt in to receive by your request.

1. 1. Miscellaneous. These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between you and Madden Charities, Inc. and The John Madden Foundation regarding your use of the Website. If any provision of these Terms of Use is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. No waiver of any term or condition will be deemed a further or continuing waiver of that term or any other term.

1. Contact Us. If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact Madden Charities at:

   Madden Charities, Inc.
   P.O. Box 12395
   Pleasanton, California 94588
   Phone: (925) 225-4000
   Email: donations@maddencharities.org