Terms of Use

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website located at rieducationcenter.org (the “Site”) operated by Rhode Island Education Center for H.O.P.E., Inc. (“RIEC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 99-3099438) incorporated in Rhode Island.

By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

Section 1

Permitted Use of the Site

This Site is provided for informational purposes about RIEC's mission, programs, and donation opportunities. You may use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations.
• Copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Site content without our prior written permission.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its underlying systems.
• Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to extract content from the Site.
• Transmit any malicious code, spam, or material that could damage the Site or its users.
• Impersonate RIEC or any of its staff, board members, or representatives.

Section 2

Nonprofit Status and Tax-Exempt Donations

RIEC is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization (EIN: 99-3099438). Donations made to RIEC may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. RIEC will provide a written acknowledgment for any single contribution of $250 or more as required by IRS regulations.

RIEC's IRS determination letter is available upon written request at info@rieducationcenter.org. Our public charity status may be verified in the IRS Tax-Exempt Organization Search ↗.

Section 3

Program Eligibility and Enrollment

RIEC's healthcare training programs are funded through public and private grants and are subject to specific eligibility requirements established by each grant. By submitting an application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• Eligibility for RIEC programs generally requires Rhode Island residency and may include income thresholds, employment status requirements, or other criteria specific to each grant.
• Submission of an application does not guarantee enrollment. RIEC reserves the right to accept or decline applications at its sole discretion based on eligibility criteria and available program capacity.
• Program availability is contingent on continued grant funding. RIEC reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any program if funding is reduced or eliminated.
• Information provided on applications must be accurate and complete. Providing false or misleading information may result in disqualification.
• Enrolled participants may be required to meet attendance, examination, and conduct requirements established by RIEC and its program partners.

Section 4

Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, and program descriptions — is the property of RIEC or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may print or download materials from this Site for your personal, non-commercial use only, provided you do not modify the materials and you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. Any other use — including reproduction for commercial purposes, redistribution, or posting on other websites — requires our prior written consent.

Section 5

Disclaimer of Warranties

This Site and all information contained herein are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. RIEC makes no warranties or representations that:

• The Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
• The information on the Site is complete, accurate, or current.
• Any specific programs or services will remain available or that funding will continue.
• Results described on the Site (such as job placement rates or training outcomes) will be achieved by any individual participant.

Program descriptions, eligibility requirements, start dates, and curricula are subject to change without notice based on grant requirements and operational needs.

Section 6

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, RIEC, its board of directors, officers, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Site or its content — including any decisions you make based on information found on this Site.

RIEC's total liability to you for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall not exceed one hundred dollars ($100.00).

Section 7

Third-Party Links and Services

This Site contains links to third-party websites and services, including Donorbox, Stripe, Formspree, the IRS Tax-Exempt Organization Search, and others. These links are provided for your convenience only. RIEC does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party site. Your use of third-party services is governed by their respective terms and privacy policies.

Section 8

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Rhode Island, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Providence County, Rhode Island, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.

Section 9

Modifications to These Terms

RIEC reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will update the effective date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

Section 10

Contact

Questions about these Terms of Use should be directed to: