Effective Date: August 18, 2026

Welcome to A Place For Youth (“APFY,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of the A Place For Youth website and related online services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.

1. About A Place For Youth

A Place For Youth is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth through education, mentorship, leadership development, career preparation, community engagement, and other youth-focused programs and services.

Information provided through this website is intended to help individuals, families, schools, community members, and partners learn more about APFY and access available programs and resources.

2. Use of Our Website

You may use our website for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms of Service.

You agree not to:

• Use the website for unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purposes.

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website, systems, or data.

• Interfere with the operation or security of the website.

• Submit false, misleading, or unauthorized information.

• Upload malicious software, viruses, or other harmful content.

• Impersonate another person or organization.

• Use information obtained through the website to harass, harm, or exploit another individual.

• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit website content without permission.

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the website when we reasonably believe these Terms have been violated or when necessary to protect our users, organization, systems, or community.

3. Programs and Applications

Information submitted through an application, registration form, or other online form does not guarantee acceptance into an APFY program or event.

Program eligibility, availability, schedules, requirements, and participation opportunities may change without notice.

APFY may request additional information or documentation when reasonably necessary to process an application, determine eligibility, provide services, or maintain program records.

4. Youth and Parental/Guardian Participation

A Place For Youth serves young people, including individuals under the age of 18.

When parental or legal guardian consent is required for participation in a program, event, activity, or service, the appropriate consent must be provided before participation.

Parents and legal guardians are responsible for reviewing applicable program information and supervising their child's use of online services as appropriate.

Additional consent forms, waivers, releases, or program-specific requirements may apply to certain activities.

5. Website Content

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information on our website. However, program information, schedules, eligibility requirements, contact information, and other content may change.

We do not guarantee that all information on the website will always be complete, accurate, current, or available.

Website content is provided for general informational purposes and should not be considered professional legal, medical, financial, or educational advice.

6. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the content and materials available on this website—including text, graphics, photographs, videos, logos, illustrations, designs, and other materials—are owned by or licensed to A Place For Youth.

You may view, download, or print website materials for personal, educational, or non-commercial purposes.

You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, sell, license, or commercially use our content without prior written permission.

7. User-Submitted Information and Content

Certain areas of our website may allow users to submit information, applications, testimonials, photographs, videos, or other content.

You are responsible for ensuring that information you submit is accurate and that you have the appropriate authority or permission to provide it.

When submitting content involving another individual, particularly a minor, you should have the appropriate authorization before submitting that content.

Any use of submitted personal information or content will be handled according to our Privacy Policy and any applicable consent or release.

8. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, applications, registration platforms, payment services, social media platforms, or other resources.

These third-party services are not controlled by A Place For Youth. We are not responsible for their content, availability, security, privacy practices, or terms.

Your use of a third-party service is subject to that provider's own terms and policies.

9. Donations and Payments

Certain portions of our website may allow users to make donations or payments through third-party providers.

Transactions may be subject to the terms and privacy policies of the applicable payment provider.

A Place For Youth is not responsible for the practices or availability of third-party payment services.

10. Website Availability and Security

We make reasonable efforts to maintain the security and availability of our website. However, we cannot guarantee that the website will always be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from harmful components.

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the website at any time.

11. Disclaimer

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

A Place For Youth makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, availability, or suitability of the website or its content.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or limit rights or protections that cannot legally be excluded or limited.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, A Place For Youth and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, and representatives will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the website.

Participation in APFY programs, events, activities, or services may be subject to separate agreements, waivers, releases, safety requirements, or consent forms.

13. Indemnification

To the extent permitted by law, you agree to hold harmless A Place For Youth and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, and representatives from claims, damages, losses, liabilities, or expenses resulting from your violation of these Terms or unlawful use of the website.

14. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time.

When changes are made, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms, to the extent permitted by law.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles.

Any disputes relating to these Terms or your use of the website will be handled in accordance with applicable California and federal law.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact:

A Place For Youth
4901 W Jefferson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90016

Phone: (310) 571-5911
Email: info@aplaceforyouth.org

Website: https://www.aplaceforyouth.org/