Welcome to the website of Root'd in Hope ("Root'd in Hope," "we," "our," or "us"). Through this website and any related webpages operated by Root'd in Hope (collectively, the "Sites"), visitors may learn about our mission, equine-assisted activities, educational programs, volunteer opportunities, events and ways to support our charitable work (collectively, the “Services”).

1. YOUR ACCEPTANCE

BY ACCESSING OR OTHERWISE USING THE SITES AND THE SERVICES YOU ACCEPT, WITHOUT MODIFICATION, THESE TERMS OF USE (“TERMS OF USE” OR “TERMS”). IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS OF USE, THEN PLEASE EXIT IMMEDIATELY FROM THE SITES AND DO NOT RETURN.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT, AT OUR SOLE DISCRETION, TO CHANGE, MODIFY, ADD, OR DELETE PORTIONS OF THESE TERMS OF USE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE. YOUR CONTINUED USE OF THE SERVICES OR THE SITES AFTER ANY SUCH CHANGES MEANS YOU AGREE TO THE NEW TERMS. If we make any material changes to the Terms, we will post the changes to these Terms of Use on this page and will indicate at the top of this page the date these terms were last revised. If you do not agree to abide by any future Terms of Use, do not continue to access or otherwise use the Services or the Sites. It is your responsibility to regularly check this page to determine if there have been changes to these Terms of Use and to ensure your compliance therewith.

Your use of the Sites is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through the Sites.

2. CONTENT

All content on this website, including text, photographs, videos, logos, graphics, educational materials, and other content, is owned by or licensed to Root'd in Hope and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may access and use the website solely for personal, informational, and noncommercial purposes. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit any content without our prior written consent.

3. LIMITATIONS TO THESE TERMS

The Sites and Services may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Root’d in Hope. All such links are provided solely as a convenience to you. Root’d in Hope has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, products, services, policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Root’d in Hope does not endorse, guarantee, or make any representations or warranties regarding any other websites. By using the Sites and Services, you expressly relieve Root’d in Hope from any and all liability arising from your use of any third-party website.

4. TERMINATION

Root’d in Hope may suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time for violation of these Terms of Use. Upon any such termination, your rights to access and use the Sites and Services shall automatically terminate.

5. EQUINE ACTIVITIES DISCLAIMER

Root'd in Hope may provide information regarding equine-assisted activities, educational programming, and interactions with horses. Participation in activities involving horses and farm environments carries inherent risks, including risks of bodily injury, property damage, or other harm. Information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, therapeutic, psychological, or professional advice. Root'd in Hope makes no representations regarding the suitability of any equine-assisted activity for any particular individual and participants should assess their own abilities and consult appropriate professionals as needed.

6. NO PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

Nothing on this website constitutes medical, mental health, counseling, therapeutic, veterinary, legal, or professional advice. Any decisions regarding participation in programs should be made in consultation with appropriate professionals.

7. DONATIONS

Donations made through this website are voluntary contributions supporting the charitable mission of Root'd in Hope and are generally non-refundable unless otherwise required by law. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations unless expressly stated. Root'd in Hope is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are generally tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.

8. VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

Participation in volunteer activities, educational programs, and interactions with horses or farm environments is voluntary and undertaken at each participant's own risk.

9. ACCESSIBILITY AND NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Root'd in Hope does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in the administration of its programs and services. Root'd in Hope is committed to providing an accessible website experience for all users, including individuals with disabilities. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of this website, please contact us for assistance.

10. DISCLAIMERS

YOU AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE SITES AND SERVICES SHALL BE AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW: THE SITES AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ROOT'D IN HOPE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF THIS WEBSITE OR ITS CONTENT.

12. ABILITY TO ACCEPT TERMS OF USE

You affirm, represent and warrant that you are either more than 18 years of age, or an emancipated minor, or possess legal parental or guardian consent, and are fully able and competent to enter into the terms, conditions, obligations, affirmations, representations, and warranties set forth in these Terms of Use, and to abide by and comply with these Terms of Use. In any case, you affirm that you are over the age of 13, as the Sites are not intended for children under 13. If you are under 13 years of age, then please do not use the Sites or Services.

13. GENERAL

These Terms of Use will be governed by the laws of the State of California, without reference to its choice of laws rules. The exclusive jurisdiction and venue for any action under these Terms of Use shall be in the state and federal courts of California.

Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be directed to:

Root'd in Hope
PO BOX 8894
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Contact@rootdinhope.com

Last revised: June 22, 2026