Terms of Use

Acceptance of terms

By accessing or using the Stick House Sanctuary website (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Site. These terms apply to all visitors regardless of whether you make a donation, contact us about wildlife, or simply browse.

Use of this website

This Site is provided by Stick House Sanctuary for general informational purposes about our wildlife rehabilitation work, our programs, and how members of the public can help or seek guidance for injured and orphaned wildlife in the El Paso, Texas region.

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict the use of the Site by, any third party. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:

• Attempting to scrape, harvest, mine, or bulk-copy Site content without permission;
• Introducing viruses, bots, or other automated means intended to disrupt or compromise the Site;
• Using the Site to send unsolicited communications, or to attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems;
• Misrepresenting your affiliation with Stick House Sanctuary or implying a relationship that does not exist.

Intellectual property

All content on this Site — including the Stick House Sanctuary name and logo, written text, the heron mark, illustrations, page layouts, and the overall look and feel of the Site — is owned by Stick House Sanctuary unless otherwise noted and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

The SVG heron artwork and the Stick House Sanctuary mark may not be copied, reproduced, or reused in any form without our prior written permission. You are welcome to share links to our pages and to reference our mission in a way that accurately reflects our work, provided that you attribute Stick House Sanctuary and do not imply an endorsement that we have not given.

Donations

Stick House Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) public charity recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. Gifts made to support our wildlife rehabilitation work are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 81-4046527.

Donations are generally non-refundable. If you believe a gift was made in error, was processed for the wrong amount, or was submitted without authorization, please contact us promptly and we will review the situation in good faith. Confirmation of your gift does not constitute a contractual relationship beyond the accepted purpose of charitable support.

Wildlife & volunteer disclaimers

Important: Do not attempt to capture, transport, or treat any wild animal based solely on information found on this Site. Always call our intake line first so we can help determine whether intervention is appropriate and, if so, how to proceed safely.

Wildlife rehabilitation is regulated under federal permits issued by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and applicable state permits. The capture, possession, transport, and treatment of wild animals must be performed by permitted individuals. Acting without the proper permits and training may be unlawful and can seriously injure the animal or expose you to disease or legal liability.

Volunteer participation at Stick House Sanctuary is at your own risk and is subject to our training, health, and safety protocols. Volunteers may be exposed to wild animals, enclosures, and conditions that carry inherent risks. By volunteering, you acknowledge these risks and agree to follow the guidance and policies provided by our team at all times.

Third-party links

This Site may contain links to external websites — such as news coverage, partner organizations, regulatory agencies, or platform pages — that are not operated or controlled by Stick House Sanctuary. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or availability of those external sites. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, and we encourage you to review the terms and policies of any third-party site you visit.

Limitation of liability

The content on this Site is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind — either express or implied — including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. While we strive to keep information accurate and current, we make no representations about the completeness or reliability of any content at any given time.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Stick House Sanctuary, its officers, directors, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, this Site, including any reliance on wildlife guidance published here.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Stick House Sanctuary, its officers, directors, volunteers, and affiliates from any claim, demand, loss, or damages — including reasonable attorneys’ fees — arising out of your breach of these Terms of Use or your misuse of any wildlife guidance, recommendations, or contact information provided on this Site.

Governing law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be resolved in the courts located in El Paso County, Texas.

Changes to these terms

We may update or revise these Terms of Use at any time. When we do, the “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. Your continued use of the Site following any change constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms, so we encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: (915) 219-2365