Effective Date: 06/29/2026

Welcome to SHElevate. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using our website.

1. About SHElevate

SHElevate is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women, strengthening families, and promoting housing stability through supportive services, resource navigation, financial literacy, workforce development, mentorship, and community partnerships.

Our website is designed to provide information, educational resources, volunteer opportunities, partnership opportunities, donation options, and methods for requesting assistance.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website, submitting forms, making donations, volunteering, or otherwise interacting with SHElevate, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.

3. Website Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.

Users may not:

• Submit false or misleading information

• Attempt unauthorized access to website systems

• Upload malicious software or harmful content

• Interfere with website functionality

• Use website content for unlawful purposes

• Misrepresent their identity

SHElevate reserves the right to restrict or terminate access for users who violate these Terms.

4. Informational Purposes

Information provided on this website is intended for general educational and informational purposes only.

Nothing on this website should be interpreted as legal advice, financial advice, medical advice, mental health counseling, or professional case management unless specifically provided by a licensed professional through an authorized partnership.

5. Requesting Assistance

Submitting a request for assistance does not guarantee:

• Financial assistance

• Housing placement

• Emergency shelter

• Acceptance into any program

• Eligibility for services

• Availability of resources

All requests are reviewed individually based on organizational capacity, funding availability, eligibility requirements, and community resources.

6. Emergency Situations

SHElevate is not:

• An emergency shelter

• A crisis hotline

• A law enforcement agency

• A medical provider

If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 immediately.

Individuals experiencing domestic violence should contact emergency services or the National Domestic Violence Hotline for immediate assistance.

7. Donations

All donations made through SHElevate are considered voluntary charitable contributions.

Unless otherwise required by law:

• Donations are non-refundable.

• Donated funds may be used where organizational needs are greatest.

• SHElevate reserves the right to allocate donations to programs that best fulfill its mission.

Donation receipts will be provided when applicable.

8. Volunteer Participation

Volunteers acknowledge that participation is voluntary.

SHElevate may:

• Conduct interviews

• Require orientation or training

• Request background checks when appropriate

• Decline volunteer applications at its discretion

Volunteer positions are not considered employment.

9. Partnership Requests

Submitting a partnership inquiry does not establish a formal partnership.

All partnership requests are reviewed individually based on mission alignment, organizational capacity, and mutual benefit.

10. Intellectual Property

All website content including:

• Logos

• Branding

• Graphics

• Documents

• Images

• Educational materials

• Website design

• Written content

are the property of SHElevate unless otherwise stated.

No materials may be copied, reproduced, modified, or distributed without written permission.

11. Privacy

Information submitted through this website is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

We strive to protect personal information but cannot guarantee complete security of electronic communications.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party organizations, community resources, government agencies, or partner organizations.

SHElevate is not responsible for:

• Third-party websites

• Their privacy practices

• Their services

• Their availability

• Their content

Users access third-party websites at their own discretion.

13. Limitation of Liability

SHElevate shall not be held liable for:

• Website interruptions

• Technical errors

• Data loss

• Delayed communications

• Decisions made based on website information

• Outcomes resulting from referrals or third-party services

Use of this website is at your own risk.

14. Accessibility

SHElevate is committed to providing an accessible website experience for all users.

If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us so we can provide reasonable accommodations whenever possible.

15. Changes to These Terms

SHElevate reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time.

Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this website.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updates.

16. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to conflict of law principles.

17. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

SHElevate
Founder & Executive Director: Hanecia Green
Service Area: Maryland, Washington, DC, and Surrounding Areas