Terms & Conditions
Harvesting Change
Where Learning, Creativity & Community Grow.
Effective Date: July 2, 2025
Revised: October 24, 2026
Website: harvestingchange.org
1. Welcome to Harvesting Change
Welcome to the official website of Harvesting Change, a nonprofit organization based in Holbrook, Arizona.
Our mission is to bring people together through education, creativity, gardening, volunteerism, and community involvement.
These Terms & Conditions explain the rules and expectations associated with using our website, registering for programs, participating in activities, volunteering, making donations, and interacting with our organization.
By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions to the extent permitted by applicable law.
If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of the website.
2. Website Use
The Harvesting Change website is intended to provide information about our organization, programs, educational opportunities, volunteer activities, community events, and ways to support our mission.
Visitors agree to use the website responsibly and lawfully.
You may not:
- Use the website for unlawful, fraudulent, or misleading purposes.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to website systems or information.
- Submit false or intentionally misleading information through organizational forms.
- Interfere with website functionality or security.
- Upload or transmit malicious software or harmful content.
- Misrepresent your affiliation with Harvesting Change.
We reserve the right to restrict website access or take appropriate action when misuse occurs.
3. Programs, Workshops & Community Events
Harvesting Change may offer educational classes, gardening activities, creative workshops, volunteer projects, and community events.
Participation requirements may vary depending on the activity.
- Some programs may require advance registration.
- Certain workshops may have limited seating or supplies.
- Age restrictions or supervision requirements may apply.
- Participants must follow applicable safety guidelines.
- Event schedules, locations, instructors, and activities may change.
- Activities may be postponed or canceled due to weather, safety concerns, insufficient enrollment, or circumstances beyond our control.
We strive to provide accurate event information but cannot guarantee that every scheduled activity will proceed exactly as originally advertised.
4. Registration & Participation Requirements
Individuals registering for Harvesting Change programs or events agree to provide accurate and complete information.
Certain activities may require participants to complete additional documentation, including:
- Event registration forms
- Participation agreements
- Liability waivers
- Parent or guardian consent forms
- Emergency contact information
- Volunteer applications or agreements
Submitting a registration form does not guarantee participation when an event is full or eligibility requirements have not been met.
Harvesting Change reserves the right to establish reasonable participation requirements consistent with its mission and applicable law.
5. Children & Minor Participants
Harvesting Change welcomes opportunities for children and families to participate in age-appropriate educational and creative activities.
Participants under 18 may be required to obtain permission from a parent or legal guardian.
Parents or guardians are responsible for supervising their children unless a specific activity provides an approved supervised program.
Additional age restrictions, consent forms, or safety requirements may apply.
Children under 13 should not independently submit personal information through our website without appropriate parental involvement and consent.
6. Volunteer Participation
Volunteer opportunities may include gardening projects, educational workshops, creative activities, fundraising, event assistance, administrative support, and community outreach.
Volunteer participation is generally unpaid and does not establish an employment relationship.
Volunteers agree to follow applicable organizational policies, safety procedures, and instructions from authorized representatives.
Harvesting Change may establish additional screening, training, or eligibility requirements for certain assignments.
Volunteer participation does not automatically establish corporate membership, committee membership, or appointment to the Board of Directors.
7. Committee & Board Applications
Individuals interested in serving on a committee or the Board of Directors may submit an application through our website.
Submitting an application does not guarantee appointment, acceptance, or placement.
Applications may be reviewed by authorized organizational representatives according to applicable procedures.
Committee and board appointments are governed by Harvesting Change’s bylaws, policies, and applicable law.
Applicants are expected to provide accurate information and communicate honestly throughout the selection process.
8. Donations & Charitable Contributions
Harvesting Change welcomes financial contributions, in-kind donations, sponsorships, and other forms of support that advance its charitable mission.
Donations are subject to applicable organizational policies and legal requirements.
- Financial donations may be processed through third-party payment providers.
- Donors are responsible for determining their individual tax circumstances.
- Donation acknowledgments will be provided when appropriate.
- In-kind donations may be accepted or declined based on organizational needs, condition, storage capacity, and applicable policies.
- Donors should contact Harvesting Change before delivering physical items.
Donations generally are not refundable once accepted, except where required by law or where Harvesting Change determines that a refund is appropriate and legally permissible.
Donations restricted to a specific charitable purpose will be handled in accordance with applicable law and any restrictions accepted by the organization.
Harvesting Change does not provide individual tax or legal advice.
9. Workshop Fees, Payments & Cancellations
Some Harvesting Change programs may be offered free of charge, while others may require a materials fee or registration payment.
Any applicable fees will be disclosed before registration.
When paid activities are offered:
- Payment requirements will be stated in the event description.
- Participants should review cancellation and refund terms before registering.
- Refund eligibility may depend on the event, advance material purchases, and other disclosed conditions.
- If Harvesting Change cancels a paid event, participants will be offered a refund or another lawful resolution consistent with the applicable event terms.
Specific cancellation and refund conditions will be communicated for each paid activity.
10. Safety & Assumption of Risk
Harvesting Change strives to provide safe and welcoming environments for all participants.
However, certain activities may involve risks associated with gardening, physical movement, craft supplies, tools, equipment, outdoor conditions, or other hands-on experiences.
Participants are expected to follow all applicable safety instructions and organizational guidelines.
Certain activities may require a separate Release of Liability & Participation Waiver.
Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to waive rights or exclude responsibilities that cannot lawfully be waived or excluded.
11. Visitor Conduct
Visitors, volunteers, instructors, and participants are expected to treat others with courtesy, kindness, and respect.
The following conduct is prohibited during Harvesting Change activities:
- Harassment, bullying, intimidation, or threats.
- Discrimination or abusive behavior.
- Theft, vandalism, or intentional damage to property.
- Unsafe or unauthorized use of tools or equipment.
- Disruptive behavior that interferes with activities.
- Unauthorized removal of supplies, plants, produce, or organizational property.
Harvesting Change may restrict participation or remove individuals from activities when reasonably necessary to protect safety, property, or the well-being of others.
12. Gardening Activities & Harvesting
Gardening programs may include educational demonstrations, planting, seed starting, garden maintenance, harvesting, and other approved activities.
All participants must follow applicable Garden Rules & Guidelines.
Plants, seeds, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other garden materials may not be removed without authorization.
Participation in gardening activities does not automatically grant ownership of plants, produce, or other organizational resources.
Harvesting and distribution opportunities will be determined by approved organizational programs and policies.
13. Website Content & Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, original website content created by Harvesting Change, including its logo, written materials, educational resources, graphics, and organizational publications, belongs to Harvesting Change or is used with appropriate permission.
Visitors may view and share links to publicly available website pages for personal, educational, and noncommercial purposes.
Reproduction, modification, resale, or commercial distribution of protected materials may require prior written permission.
Third-party content remains subject to the rights of its respective owners.
14. Photography & Media
Harvesting Change may document certain programs and community events through photography or video.
When identifiable photographs or recordings are intended for promotional use, appropriate permission will be requested.
Parents or legal guardians must provide permission for minors when required.
Participation in an event does not automatically grant Harvesting Change unrestricted permission to use a person’s image for promotional purposes.
15. Privacy & Personal Information
We respect the privacy of individuals who visit our website, register for activities, volunteer, or support our organization.
Personal information is handled according to our Privacy Policy, which explains our information collection, use, sharing, retention, and protection practices.
Visitors are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy before submitting personal information.
16. Third-Party Websites & Services
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, payment processors, educational resources, or community partners.
These services operate independently and may have their own terms and privacy policies.
Harvesting Change does not control third-party websites and is not responsible for their independent content, policies, or practices.
Visitors should review applicable third-party terms before using those services.
17. Website Availability & Information Accuracy
Harvesting Change makes reasonable efforts to keep its website accurate, useful, and accessible.
However, information may occasionally contain errors, become outdated, or change without advance notice.
We do not guarantee uninterrupted website access or that all content will be free from technical errors.
Educational information is provided for general learning purposes and is not a substitute for individualized professional advice where such advice is appropriate.
18. Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by applicable law, Harvesting Change is not responsible for losses arising solely from temporary website interruptions, technical errors, or reliance on general informational content provided through the website.
This provision does not exclude or limit liability where doing so would be unlawful.
Any separate liability waiver applicable to an activity will be governed by its own terms and applicable law.
19. Changes to These Terms & Conditions
Harvesting Change may revise these Terms & Conditions to reflect changes in its website, programs, services, organizational policies, or legal requirements.
The effective date will be updated when material revisions are published.
Continued use of the website after revised terms are posted may constitute acceptance where permitted by law.
Changes to terms governing an existing paid registration will be handled in accordance with applicable law and the terms provided at registration.
20. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Arizona, United States, to the extent applicable.
Any disputes will be handled in accordance with applicable law and the rights available to the parties.
21. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us.
Harvesting Change
Holbrook, Arizona
Mailing Address:
100 W Erie St, Unit 963
Holbrook, AZ 86025
Email: grow@harvestingchange.org
Phone/Text: 928-414-1718 (Text Preferred)
Website: harvestingchange.org
Thank You for Being Part of Our Community!
At Harvesting Change, we believe that every person has something valuable to contribute.
Whether you’re attending a workshop, volunteering your time, learning a new skill, or supporting our mission, we appreciate your involvement.
Together, we can create opportunities that inspire learning, encourage creativity, and strengthen our community.
Harvesting Change
Where Learning, Creativity & Community Grow.