Last updated October 31, 2026

Terms of Use

The rules that apply when you use this website.

Acceptance

By using this website you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site. This site is operated by Climax-Scotts Community Schools Foundation.

Independent organization

The Climax-Scotts Community Schools Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. While our primary mission is to support and benefit the students, staff, and programs of Climax-Scotts Community Schools, the Foundation is a separate legal and financial entity. The Foundation is not governed by, directly affiliated with, or an agent of the Climax-Scotts Community Schools, the C-S School Board or administration. Contributions made to the Foundation are managed independently to fulfill our mission of educational support.

Information only

Content on this site is for general information. It is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Consult your own advisor about the deductibility of any gift. Scholarship descriptions are summaries; the official application materials and the Foundation’s award decisions control.

Donations

Online gifts are processed by PayPal and are subject to PayPal’s terms. Gifts are governed by the gift terms shown on our Donate page, including how designated gifts and refund requests are handled.

Intellectual property

Text, logos, photographs, and other content on this site belong to Climax-Scotts Community Schools Foundation or are used with permission, and may not be copied or reused without written consent, except for personal, non-commercial viewing. Names and marks of other organizations, including Climax-Scotts Community Schools and our sponsors, belong to their respective owners and appear for identification only.

Third-party links and services

This site links to and embeds services operated by others, including PayPal, JotForm, and Facebook. We do not control and are not responsible for their content, availability, or practices.

Acceptable use

You agree not to misuse the site, including by submitting false information on forms, attempting to interfere with its operation, or using it for any unlawful purpose.

No warranties

The site is provided “as is” and “as available.” We try to keep information accurate and current but make no warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the site or its content.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Climax-Scotts Community Schools Foundation, its directors, officers, and volunteers are not liable for any damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this site or any linked service.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to conflict-of-law rules. Any dispute will be brought in the state or federal courts located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.

Changes

We may update these terms at any time by posting a revised version here. Continued use of the site after a change means you accept the new terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms: info@cscsf.org.