Terms & Conditions

About Access 2 Play

Access 2 Play, Inc. ("A2P," "we," "us," "our") is a Maryland 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization (EIN: 33-1921117). Our mission is to remove financial, structural, and educational barriers that prevent underserved youth from competing in amateur sports across Maryland.

Our website at www.access2play.org provides information about our programs, grant opportunities, volunteer roles, events, and ways to support our mission. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the website and all services accessible through it.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, clicking "I agree," submitting a form, making a donation, or applying for a grant, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or submit any information through it.

If you are submitting information on behalf of a minor, you represent that you are the parent or legal guardian of that minor and are authorized to accept these Terms on their behalf.

Use of This Website

Permitted Uses

You may use this website to:

• Learn about A2P programs, mission, and impact
• Submit a youth athlete grant application on behalf of your child
• Make a donation to support our programs
• Apply to volunteer or coach with A2P
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Contact us with inquiries, partnership proposals, or media requests

Prohibited Uses

You may not use this website to:

• Transmit spam, malware, viruses, or any harmful code
• Harvest, scrape, or systematically collect data from the site without written permission
• Impersonate A2P, our staff, or any other person or organization
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information in any form
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, databases, or user data
• Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with website functionality
• Use the site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law

Age Requirements

Our website is directed at adults. Individuals under 18 should use this website only with parental or guardian involvement. We do not knowingly permit children under 13 to independently submit personal information through our site. See our COPPA Notice for details.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including but not limited to text, logos, graphics, images, icons, program descriptions, grant materials, blog posts, event listings, and organizational documentation — is the intellectual property of Access 2 Play, Inc. or is used with permission, and is protected by United States copyright, trademark, and other applicable intellectual property laws.

What You May Do

• Link to our website from your own website or social media
• Share our social media content using built-in platform sharing tools
• Download and print materials clearly marked as downloadable for personal, non-commercial use
• Reference A2P programs with proper attribution

What You May Not Do

• Reproduce, republish, or distribute our content for commercial purposes without written consent
• Create derivative works from our content without written permission
• Remove copyright notices or attribution from any material
• Use our name, logo, or branding in a way that implies endorsement without our written approval

Donations

Tax-Deductibility

Access 2 Play, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Donations made to A2P are generally tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. You will receive a written acknowledgment of your gift for tax purposes. We recommend consulting a tax advisor regarding your specific circumstances.

No Refund Policy

All donations to Access 2 Play are voluntary and non-refundable unless a demonstrable processing error occurred (e.g., a duplicate charge or incorrect amount). To report a processing error, contact donations@access2play.org within 30 days of the transaction.

Gift Designation

Donors may designate gifts to specific programs (e.g., Youth Athlete Grants, NIL Education). A2P will honor designations to the extent operationally feasible. In the event a designated program is discontinued or fully funded, we reserve the right to redirect gifts to our General Fund in a manner consistent with donor intent. We will notify affected donors before redirecting significant gifts.

Recurring Gifts

Monthly recurring gifts will be charged to your payment method on the same date each month. You may cancel a recurring gift at any time by contacting donations@access2play.org at least 5 business days before the next scheduled charge.

Payment Security

Payment processing is handled by third-party processors who maintain their own security standards. A2P does not store credit card numbers, bank account numbers, or other payment credentials on our servers.

Grant Applications

No Guarantee of Funding

Submission of a grant application does not guarantee the award of funding. All applications are reviewed at the sole discretion of the A2P grant committee based on eligibility criteria, available funds, and program priorities.

Accuracy of Information

Applicants must provide accurate, truthful, and complete information. Submission of false, misleading, or fraudulent information — including misrepresentation of household income, athlete participation, or funding need — will result in immediate disqualification and may require repayment of any funds already disbursed.

Grant Decisions

Grant decisions are final. A2P does not have a formal appeals process. Unsuccessful applicants may reapply in a subsequent grant cycle. A2P will communicate decisions by email to the address provided in the application.

Use of Funds

Approved grants are disbursed directly to the program, club, league, or equipment vendor identified in the application — not to individual families. Funds must be used for the stated purpose within the grant period. See our Club Partner Terms for program partner obligations.

Audit Rights

A2P reserves the right to verify the use of grant funds and to request documentation from recipients. Misuse of grant funds will result in recovery of the disbursed amount and permanent disqualification from future grants.

Volunteer & Event Participation

Participation in A2P programs, clinics, camps, and events is subject to additional terms including:

• The Coach & Volunteer Code of Conduct
• The Participant Waiver & Liability Release (required before physical activity)
• Any venue-specific rules and safety requirements

A2P reserves the right to remove any volunteer, coach, or participant from a program or event at any time for conduct that violates our Code of Conduct, endangers others, or is otherwise inconsistent with our mission.

User-Submitted Content

When you submit content to A2P — including grant application descriptions, contact form messages, volunteer application essays, or any other written submissions — you grant A2P a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, store, and reference that content for organizational purposes.

You represent that any content you submit: (a) is accurate and truthful; (b) does not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights; (c) does not contain harmful, defamatory, or illegal material.

A2P does not publicly display user-submitted content without explicit permission, except as required by law or as described in our Privacy Policy.

Disclaimer of Warranties

A2P makes no representations or warranties that:

• The website will be available, uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or harmful components
• The information on the website is accurate, complete, current, or suitable for any particular purpose
• Grant applications will be processed within any specific timeframe
• Links to third-party websites will be functional or that those sites will be accurate or safe

Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. You should consult qualified professionals for advice specific to your circumstances.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Maryland and applicable federal law, Access 2 Play, Inc., its founders, directors, officers, employees, coaches, volunteers, agents, and successors shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of data, revenue, profits, or goodwill
• Personal injury arising from voluntary participation in A2P events or activities (subject to the Waiver & Liability Release)
• Damages arising from reliance on information on this website
• Damages caused by third-party services linked from or embedded in this website

This limitation applies regardless of the form of action and even if A2P has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for certain damages; in such cases, A2P's liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

A2P's total aggregate liability to any person for any cause shall not exceed the greater of: (a) the amount donated by that person to A2P in the 12 months preceding the claim, or (b) $100.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Access 2 Play, Inc. and its founders, directors, officers, employees, coaches, and volunteers from and against any claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of or access to this website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your submission of false or fraudulent information
• Any claim that content you submitted infringes a third party's rights
• Your participation in A2P programs or events beyond what is covered by a signed waiver

Third-Party Links & Services

Our website contains links to third-party websites and integrates with third-party services (e.g., Formspree for contact forms, payment processors for donations, Give Lively for fundraising). These third parties have their own terms of service and privacy policies.

A2P does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for:

• The content, accuracy, or availability of any linked third-party site
• The data practices of third-party service providers beyond what is disclosed in our Privacy Policy
• Any transactions you complete with third parties through links on our site

Links to external websites do not constitute an endorsement of those organizations, their products, or their positions.

Governing Law & Disputes

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal action or proceeding relating to your access to or use of this website, or to these Terms, shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Maryland. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

Before initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to contact A2P at info@access2play.org and provide 30 days for us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update, modify, or replace these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted to this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

For material changes, we will provide notice by:

• Posting the updated Terms prominently on our website
• Sending a notice to newsletter subscribers where the change materially affects their rights

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you disagree with updated Terms, please discontinue use of the website.

Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests related to these Terms: