1. Non-Discrimination Policy
Hope Paws Support Fund does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other protected characteristic in any of its activities, programs, or services. This includes, but is not limited to, aid distribution, volunteer engagement, and partnerships.
2. Financial Transparency Statement
Hope Paws Support Fund is committed to transparency and accountability in the use of donated funds. The majority of every dollar donated directly supports our life-saving programs, including emergency veterinary care, shelter pull fees, and medical support for animals in need.
Annual financial reports and IRS Form 990 are available upon request by contacting info@hopepawsfund.org.
Tax ID (EIN): 41-4118400
Hope Paws Support Fund has applied for IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and is currently awaiting approval.
3. State Charity Disclosures
California: Hope Paws Support Fund is registered with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts. Financial information is available upon request.
Other States: We comply with applicable state charitable solicitation registration requirements. Financial information may be obtained by contacting us directly.
4. Copyright & Content Use
All content on this website—including text, images, stories, and logos—is the property of Hope Paws Support Fund or used with permission. Content may be shared for personal, non-commercial purposes with proper credit to Hope Paws Support Fund. For other uses, please contact info@hopepawsfund.org.
5. Photo & Story Submission Terms
By submitting photos, stories, or other content to Hope Paws Support Fund, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, display, and share such content in support of our mission, including on our website, social media platforms, and promotional materials.
6. Accessibility Commitment
Hope Paws Support Fund is committed to providing a website that is accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities. We continuously work to improve accessibility in accordance with applicable Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). If you experience any accessibility barriers, please contact us at info@hopepawsfund.org.
7. Donation & Refund Policy
All donations are voluntary and non-refundable, except in cases of verified processing errors. If you believe a donation error has occurred, please contact info@hopepawsfund.org within 30 days of the transaction.
8. Contact Us Regarding Policies
If you have questions about any of these policies, please contact:
Hope Paws Support Fund
Email: info@hopepawsfund.org