Terms & Conditions

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Chicago Environmental Justice Network’s website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services.

Our Mission

Chicago Environmental Justice Network is a network of allied environmental justice organizations working to change systems and build power through transformative campaigns, policy advocacy, and community-based education. It is also a collaborative hub for environmental justice organizations to develop and share movement strategies, resources, and experiences. As a network fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization, we are committed to using your information solely for charitable, educational, or scientific purposes in line with our mission.

Use of Our Services

Our website and services are intended to provide information about our campaigns, programs, and advocacy, facilitate donations, and coordinate call-to-action efforts. You agree to use our services only for their intended purposes and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Donations

  • All donations are final and non-refundable unless required by law.

  • We will provide tax receipts for donations as required by law.

  • If there is an error in the donation amount or other transaction details, please contact us immediately for resolution.

  • We use industry-standard security measures to protect your payment information.

User Conduct

Users agree to:

  • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

  • Not engage in any unlawful or harmful activities

  • Respect the rights and dignity of others

  • Not impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent their affiliation with a person or entity

  • Not use our services for any commercial purposes without our express written consent

  • Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of our website or systems

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Chicago Environmental Justice Network and protected by copyright laws. You may use content for personal, non-commercial purposes with proper attribution to Chicago Environmental Justice Network. Any other use requires our express written permission.

Political Activities and Lobbying

Our organization may engage in limited lobbying activities as permitted by law. However, we do not use our platforms or services for political campaign activities or to support or oppose candidates for public office. Users agree not to use our services for such purposes.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify our endorsement of such websites. We have no control over the content of linked websites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the operation of our services or the information, content, or materials included.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Chicago Environmental Justice Network shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your access to or use of or inability to access or use our services.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Illinois.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after such notice constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.

Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use our services will immediately cease.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at: contact@chicagoejn.org.