Terms of Use
Terms and conditions for using the Help To Self Help Trust website.
Effective date: July 7, 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the official website of HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to follow these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.
These Terms apply to all visitors, donors, volunteers, partners, users, and anyone accessing the website.
2. About the Website
This website is operated by HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST for the purpose of sharing information about our work, programmes, initiatives, legal details, donation options, news, stories, events, reports, volunteer opportunities, and contact information.
The content on this website is provided for general information and public awareness.
3. Use of Website
You agree to use this website only for lawful and appropriate purposes.
You must not:
- Misuse the website
- Attempt unauthorized access to the admin panel, server, database, or systems
- Upload harmful files, malware, spam, or illegal content
- Submit false or misleading information
- Use the website to harass, abuse, or harm others
- Copy, modify, or misuse website content without permission
- Interfere with website security or functionality
4. Donations
The website may provide donation information, bank details, UPI details, QR code, and donation forms.
By submitting donation details, you confirm that:
- The information provided is true and accurate
- The donation is made voluntarily
- The donation amount and transaction details are correct
- You are legally permitted to make the donation
- You will not misuse the donation form or submit fake transaction details
Donation verification may take time. HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST reserves the right to verify, reject, or request clarification regarding any donation entry.
5. Donation Receipts and 80G
Donation receipts may be issued after verification of payment.
If you request an 80G receipt or certificate, you may be required to provide accurate PAN and donor details.
Tax benefits are subject to applicable laws, donor eligibility, valid registration status, and required documentation.
HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST is not responsible for incorrect tax claims made by donors based on inaccurate or incomplete information provided by the donor.
6. Foreign Contributions
Foreign donations may be subject to FCRA and other applicable legal requirements.
Foreign donors should contact HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST or review donation instructions before making a contribution.
The Trust reserves the right to accept, reject, or seek clarification for any foreign contribution based on legal and compliance requirements.
7. Volunteer and Enquiry Forms
The website may allow users to submit volunteer, contact, CSR, or partnership enquiries.
By submitting a form, you agree that:
- The information provided is accurate
- The Trust may contact you using the details submitted
- Submission of a form does not guarantee acceptance, partnership, volunteering placement, or response within a specific time
- The Trust may reject or close enquiries at its discretion
8. Website Content
All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, documents, reports, logos, icons, layout, and design, belongs to HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST or is used with appropriate permission.
You may view and share website links for awareness purposes.
You may not copy, reproduce, republish, modify, sell, or misuse website content without written permission from HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST.
9. Photos, Stories, and Impact Content
The website may include photos, videos, testimonials, beneficiary stories, event updates, programme reports, and impact stories.
These are shared for awareness, transparency, reporting, and public communication.
Unauthorized use, editing, misrepresentation, or commercial use of such content is not allowed.
10. Accuracy of Information
HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST makes reasonable efforts to keep website information accurate and updated.
However, we do not guarantee that all content is always complete, current, or error-free.
Programme details, donation instructions, legal information, contact details, and website content may be updated from time to time.
Users should contact the Trust directly for confirmation before relying on any specific information.
11. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites, social media pages, payment platforms, partner websites, or external resources.
These links are provided for convenience.
HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST is not responsible for third-party content, privacy policies, security, or services.
Users access third-party websites at their own risk.
12. Limitation of Liability
HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising from:
- Use of this website
- Inability to access the website
- Errors or omissions in website content
- Third-party links or services
- Incorrect information submitted by users
- Technical issues, downtime, or security incidents beyond reasonable control
13. User Submitted Information
When you submit information through forms, email, WhatsApp, or other communication channels, you are responsible for ensuring that the information is correct and lawful.
You must not submit:
- False information
- Fraudulent donation details
- Offensive content
- Illegal content
- Personal information of another person without permission
- Harmful files or malicious links
The Trust reserves the right to delete, reject, or ignore inappropriate submissions.
14. Admin and System Access
Unauthorized access to the website admin panel, database, hosting account, server files, or internal systems is strictly prohibited.
Any attempt to hack, bypass login, misuse forms, exploit vulnerabilities, or damage the website may result in legal action.
15. Privacy
Use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
Please read the Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information.
16. Changes to Terms
HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST may update these Terms of Use at any time.
Updated terms will be posted on this page with the effective date.
Continued use of the website after updates means you accept the revised Terms.
17. Governing Law
These Terms of Use shall be governed by the laws of India.
Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the appropriate courts in India, based on the registered office location of HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST.
18. Contact Us
For questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:
HELP TO SELF HELP TRUST
Email: contact@helptoselfhelptrust.org
Phone: +91 98650 86296 / +91 87540 60638
Address: 53/27, Pope Andavar Street, Chetpet, Thiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu, India - 606801