These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Gaza Soup Kitchen website and donation
services. By using our website or making donations, you agree to these Terms.
Gaza Soup Kitchen is a charitable organization providing essential meals, and health and
education whenever possible, to families and children in Gaza, continuing Chef Mahmoud’s
legacy of hope embodied in (Mostamreen – “we will continue”).
Legal Status: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization
Tax ID (EIN): 994047997
Mission: Provide essential meals and humanitarian aid, including health and education
whenever possible, to vulnerable populations in Gaza through soup kitchens and distribution
points operated by local partners.
Payment Processing
Accepted Methods:- Credit/debit cards, PayPal, bank transfers, checks- Processing: Immediate for online donations, 3-5 days for bank transfers
Donation Types
One-Time Donations:- Processed immediately upon receipt- Tax receipts issued within 48 hours- Generally non-refundable due to immediate program deployment
Recurring Donations – Charged as selected- Can be modified or cancelled anytime through your donor account- 48-hour advance notice of upcoming charges
Fund Allocation – 99% – Direct program services (meals and aid)- 1% – Accounting and Legal
Donations allocated to areas of greatest need unless specifically designated.
Tax Benefits and Receipts
U.S. Donors: Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law
International Donors: Tax benefits vary by jurisdiction – consult local tax professionals
Receipts: Electronic receipts within 48 hours, annual summaries by January 31st
You May:- Make donations and access program information- Sign up for updates and share our content- Participate in fundraising activities
You May Not:- Engage in fraudulent or illegal activities- Interfere with website security or operations- Post inappropriate or harmful content- Impersonate our staff or misrepresent our organization
Your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy. Key points:- Minimal data collection for legitimate charitable purposes- Strong security measures protect your information- You have rights to access, correct, and delete your data- Third-party services used for payments, emails, and analytics
Refund Policy
Donations are generally non-refundable due to immediate deployment to humanitarian
programs.
Exceptions considered:- Technical errors causing duplicate charges- Unauthorized transactions
Process:
Written request within 30 days, 5-10 business day review period
Recurring Donation Cancellation- Cancel anytime through donor account, email, or phone- No penalties or fees- Confirmation within 24 hours
Service Availability
We strive for continuous website availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service due to
maintenance, outages, or circumstances beyond our control.
Information Accuracy
We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, but conditions in Gaza may affect program
implementation. Updates provided as available.
Liability Limits
– Maximum liability limited to your donation amount- Not liable for indirect or consequential damages- These limits apply to the fullest extent permitted by law
Resolution Process
1. Contact us directly – Good faith effort to resolve disputes
2. Formal arbitration – Binding arbitration under USA applicable rules
3. Individual disputes only – No class actions
Your Rights:
Discontinue services anytime, cancel recurring donations without penalty
Our Rights:
We may terminate access for Terms violations, fraudulent activity, or legal requirements
Effect:
Outstanding obligations remain, Privacy Policy continues to govern data
Intellectual Property- We own our website content, logos, and materials- You have limited rights to view and share for personal/fundraising use- You retain ownership of content you submit but grant us usage rights
We may modify these Terms with notice through website. Continued use indicates acceptance.
These Terms and our Privacy Policy constitute the complete agreement between you and Gaza
Soup Kitchen.
By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree
to these Terms and Conditions.
Thank you for supporting Gaza Soup Kitchen. Together, we continue Chef Mahmoud’s
legacy – (Mostamreen – “we will continue”).
