Terms of Use
 
Welcome to the official website of the Fashion Umbrella Foundation. By accessing or using this site—whether it's fashionumbrella.org, baltimore-fashionweek.com, youthopenmic.com, designerdebut.com, or thegala.com—you agree to the following terms and conditions.
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Use of Our Site - Our websites are part of the Fashion Umbrella Foundation’s nonprofit fundraising efforts. By using our sites, you agree to use them responsibly and in accordance with all applicable laws. You may not use our sites in ways that damage, disrupt, or interfere with other users.
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Privacy - Your use of this site is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it to understand how we collect and use your information.
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Electronic Communications - When you contact us via email or browse our website, you consent to receive communications from us electronically.
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Your Account - If you create an account on our site, you are responsible for maintaining its confidentiality. The Fashion Umbrella Foundation is not responsible for unauthorized access due to lost or stolen login credentials.
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Payments, Registrations & Refunds - All payments, registrations, ticket purchases, and deposits made through our websites are non-refundable. Please contact us before completing any transaction if you have questions: info@fashionumbrella.org.
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Children Under 13 - We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. Anyone under 18 should use our sites with a parent or guardian’s permission.
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Third-Party Links & Services - Our websites may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites.
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Intellectual Property - All content on our websites—text, graphics, logos, videos, and more—is owned by the Fashion Umbrella Foundation or licensed to us. You may not copy, sell, or distribute any of this content without written permission.
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International Users - Our websites are operated in the U.S. If you access them from outside the U.S., you are responsible for complying with local laws.
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Liability Disclaimer - All content and services are provided "as is" without warranties. We are not liable for damages resulting from the use or inability to use our site, even if we’ve been advised of the possibility of such damages.
 
Indemnification - You agree to defend and hold harmless the Fashion Umbrella Foundation from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising out of your use of our websites or violation of these Terms.
 
Dispute Resolution - Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act and administered by the American Arbitration Association.
 
Changes to Terms - We may update these Terms from time to time. Your continued use of our sites means you accept the current version. We encourage you to check back periodically.
 
Private Policy

 At the Fashion Umbrella Foundation, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.fashionumbrella.org.
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What We Collect - When you browse our site or engage with our content, we may collect:

• Your name and email address (if you fill out a form or subscribe to updates)

• General website activity (such as pages visited, time spent on site, browser type, and IP address)

• This data helps us improve the site and enhance your experience.

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How We Use Your Information - We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries or requests

• Send event updates, newsletters, or promotional content (if you opt in)

• Monitor and improve website performance

 

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

 

Cookies - Our site uses cookies (small text files stored on your device) to understand how visitors use our website. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some parts of the site may not function properly without them.

 

Keeping Your Data Safe - We take reasonable steps to keep your information secure, but please note that no method of online transmission is completely secure. We use trusted tools and practices to protect your data to the best of our ability.

 

Policy Updates - We may update this policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted right here on this page. Your continued use of the website means you agree to the updated terms.

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Photo Release

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By attending any Fashion Umbrella Foundation event or program, attendees grant permission for their image to be captured and used in promotional materials including—but not limited to—our website, social media, flyers, publications, and presentations.

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We may use photos or videos for educational or promotional purposes, and images may be shared with partners or media in connection with our work. We do not sell or license these materials to third parties for unrelated commercial use.

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Participation in any ticketed or registered event implies consent. However, individuals may request in writing to withhold or revoke consent at any time. Photos of minors will never be used without parental or guardian permission.

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We respect your privacy and comply with all applicable image rights and privacy laws.  For questions or consent removal,

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Event Ticketing Policy

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To ensure a fair and organized experience for all attendees, the following policy applies to all event ticket registrations:

• Each attendee must have their own individual ticket.

• Only one ticket is allowed per guest.

• Tickets with the same name and/or email address will be considered duplicates and may be subject to cancellation without notice.

 

All tickets must reflect accurate and unique attendee information at the time of registration. Any attempt to register multiple tickets under the same name or email address violates this policy and may result in removal of duplicate entries.

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For certain events, identification may be required upon check-in. The name on the ticket must match the ID presented. Tickets that do not match the attendee's identification will not be accepted and entry will be denied.  We reserve the right to cancel any tickets that do not comply with this policy, and a refund will not be honored.

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Refund Policy

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All ticket sales are final.

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We do not offer or honor refunds under any circumstances. This includes, but is not limited to, situations where a guest is unable to attend the event, arrives late, or fails to meet entry requirements (such as valid ID or name mismatch on ticket). All tickets are purchased as a final sale and cannot be exchanged, credited, or transferred to another event.

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By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge and accept this policy in full. This refund policy is binding and enforceable. Attempts to dispute charges or seek unauthorized refunds through third-party services or financial institutions will be considered a violation of our event terms and may result in cancellation of your ticket and exclusion from future events.

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We encourage all attendees to review the event details and confirm availability before completing their purchase.

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Gift Policy

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The Fashion Umbrella Foundation is grateful for the generous support of our community. To remain in compliance with IRS guidelines and uphold our mission, we follow a formal Gift Acceptance Policy.

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We currently accept:

• Cash donations (via check, credit card, or online)

• Publicly traded securities

• Approved in-kind donations

• Tangible property that directly supports our programs

 

We are unable to accept:

• Gift cards or gift certificates (IRS does not allow nonprofits to accept these as direct charitable donations)

• Gifts with restrictions that conflict with our mission

• Tangible property we are unable to use or manage

 

All non-cash gifts require prior approval. For questions, or to propose a non-cash donation, please email us.

 

We deeply appreciate every act of giving that helps move our mission forward.

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If you have any questions, contact us at hello@fashionumbrella.org.