Terms and Conditions
Last Updated: January 2026
Welcome to the website of the Young Marines (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before using this site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By visiting or using youngmarines.org or any related subdomains (the “Site”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.
2. Organization Overview
The Young Marines is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth education and service program dedicated to promoting leadership, teamwork, and healthy, drug-free living among youth.
3. Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations. You may not:
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its servers.
- Post or transmit any harmful, offensive, or infringing content.
- Use the Site in a way that disrupts its functionality or security.
4. Intellectual Property
All content on this Site—including text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, and other materials—is owned or licensed by the Young Marines and protected under U.S. copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written permission.
5. Donations and Payments
All donations made through this Site are voluntary and non-refundable unless required by law. The Young Marines uses secure, third-party processors (such as Stripe or PayPal) to handle online payments. These processors may have their own terms and privacy policies.
6. Third-Party Links
The Site may include links to external websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the content or practices of those sites and encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies.
7. User Accounts and Submissions
If you create an account or submit information through forms (such as contact or volunteer applications), you agree to provide accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site and all materials are provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. We make no representations or warranties, express or implied, about the accuracy or completeness of the information provided.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Young Marines and its affiliates, officers, employees, and volunteers will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this Site.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Young Marines from and against all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising out of your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Virginia.
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any modifications.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Young Marines National Headquarters
17739 Main Street, Suite 250 Dumfries. VA 22026
info@youngmarines.org