Terms of service.

Effective Date: February 20, 2025

Welcome to Gone & Here. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website (https://gonehere.org), newsletter, and any related services provided by Gone & Here, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in San Diego. By using our website and signing up for our newsletter, you agree to abide by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website or services.

1. About Gone & Here

Gone & Here is a nonprofit organization supporting youth affected by the loss of a loved one to suicide. We provide scholarships, frontline resources, community support, and research into grief and affective complexity.

2. Use of Our Website and Services

2.1 Eligibility

By using our website and signing up for our newsletter, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 13 years old (or have parental/guardian consent if under 13).

  • You are using our website and services for lawful purposes only.

  • You agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws.

2.2 Permitted Use

You may use our website and newsletter solely for personal, non-commercial purposes related to learning about and engaging with Gone & Here’s mission.

You may not:

  • Use the website for any unlawful purpose.

  • Submit false or misleading information when signing up for our newsletter.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems.

  • Copy, distribute, or modify any content from our website without permission.

2.3 Data Collection & Privacy

By using our website and subscribing to our newsletter, you agree that we may collect and use your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy (https://gonehere.org/privacy).

3. Newsletter Subscription

3.1 Subscribing to Our Newsletter

When you sign up for our newsletter, you agree to receive emails from us regarding updates on scholarships, resources, and research.

3.2 Unsubscribing

You can unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email we send.

3.3 No Spam or Misuse

You may not:

  • Use our newsletter to send spam or unsolicited content.

  • Misuse the email subscription process or attempt to register fake accounts.

We reserve the right to remove users from our mailing list if we suspect abuse of the system.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the Gone & Here website—including logos, text, graphics, and other materials—is owned by or licensed to us and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.1 Limited License

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use our website and content for personal, non-commercial use only.

You may not:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, or modify our website content without permission.

  • Use our branding or logo without explicit written consent.

If you wish to use any of our materials, please contact us at info@gonehere.org.

5. Limitation of Liability

5.1 No Guarantees

Gone & Here provides information and resources on grief and mental health support. However, we do not provide medical advice, therapy, or crisis intervention services. Our website content and newsletter should not be used as a substitute for professional mental health support.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional or contact a suicide prevention hotline.

5.2 No Liability for Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including mental health resources and social media pages. We do not control or endorse these external websites, and we are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or policies.

5.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, Gone & Here is not liable for any damages (direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential) arising from:

  • Your use of our website or newsletter.

  • Any inaccuracies or omissions in our content.

  • Technical failures, errors, or interruptions in website functionality.

6. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of our website after any changes constitute your acceptance of the revised Terms.

7. Governing Law

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

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: hello@gonehere.org
Mailing Address: 1292 Cottonwood Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056

9. Acknowledgment & Agreement

By using the Gone & Here website and subscribing to our newsletter, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service.