Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: September 1, 2026

Welcome to the website of Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, Inc. (“Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, including any content, features, services, donation opportunities, event registrations, scholarship information, and other offerings made available through the website.

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

About Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation

Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the financial burden of college costs and increasing completion of STEM studies among students who face financial barriers.

Information provided through this website is intended to inform visitors about our organization, programs, scholarships, fundraising activities, events, and other initiatives.

Use of Our Website

You may use this website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You agree not to:

Use the website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or unauthorized purpose;
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website, its systems, accounts, or data;
Interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the website;
Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful material;
Use automated systems to access or collect information from the website in a manner that could damage or interfere with its operation;
Impersonate another person or organization;
Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information;
Use website content in a manner that infringes upon the rights of Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation or another person or organization; or
Engage in any activity that could reasonably harm the organization, its programs, its website, or its users.

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the website when we believe these Terms have been violated or when necessary to protect the website, organization, users, or others.

Website Information

We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and current information on our website. However, information may occasionally contain errors, omissions, or outdated information.

We reserve the right to update, change, correct, or remove website content at any time without prior notice.

Information about scholarships, events, programs, eligibility requirements, deadlines, and other opportunities may change. Visitors should rely on the most current information provided by Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation.

Donations

We gratefully accept donations through the methods made available on our website.

By making a donation, you represent that:

You are authorized to use the payment method provided;
The information you provide is accurate and complete; and
Your donation is made voluntarily.

Donations are intended to support the charitable purposes and programs of Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation.

Unless otherwise stated, donations are not payments for goods or services.

We may use unrestricted donations where they are most needed to further our charitable mission. Donations designated for a particular purpose will be handled consistent with applicable laws and our organizational policies.

Donation Transactions

Payment processing may be provided by third-party payment processors. We do not directly control the systems operated by third-party payment providers and are not responsible for interruptions, errors, or security incidents originating from those third parties.

You agree to provide accurate billing and payment information when making a donation or other payment through the website.

If a payment appears to have been made in error or you believe an unauthorized transaction has occurred, please contact us promptly using the contact information provided on our website.

Events and Registration

Our website may allow visitors to register for or purchase admission to events hosted or sponsored by Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation.

Event registrations are subject to the terms, dates, fees, capacity limits, and other conditions stated at the time of registration.

By registering for an event, you acknowledge and agree to our Refund Policy.

Event Refunds

Event registrations are generally nonrefundable.

A refund request may be considered when the request is submitted in writing and is postmarked no later than seven (7) days before the scheduled event.

Refund requests submitted less than seven (7) days before the event are nonrefundable.

Failure to attend an event (“no-show”) does not entitle the registrant to a refund.

Additional terms concerning refunds, cancellations, and event-related payments are provided in our Refund Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

We reserve the right to modify, postpone, relocate, or cancel an event when circumstances require it. If an event is cancelled or materially changed by Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, we will communicate applicable options to registered participants as appropriate.

Scholarships and Programs

Information concerning scholarships, educational programs, eligibility requirements, application procedures, deadlines, and awards is provided for informational purposes and may be changed or updated by Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation.

Submitting a scholarship or program application does not guarantee acceptance, selection, or funding.

Applicants are responsible for providing truthful, complete, and accurate information and for meeting all applicable deadlines and eligibility requirements.

Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation reserves the right to verify information submitted by applicants and to disqualify an application when information is false, incomplete, misleading, or otherwise inconsistent with applicable program requirements.

User Submissions

Certain portions of the website may allow users to submit information, including forms, inquiries, applications, testimonials, comments, photographs, or other materials.

You are responsible for ensuring that information you submit is accurate and that you have the legal right to provide any materials included in your submission.

You agree not to submit content that:

Is unlawful, fraudulent, defamatory, threatening, abusive, or harassing;
Infringes another person's intellectual property, privacy, or other rights;
Contains malicious software or harmful code;
Contains intentionally false or misleading information; or
Violates any applicable law or regulation.

We reserve the right to remove or decline to publish user-submitted content at our discretion.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, the content appearing on this website—including text, logos, graphics, photographs, designs, written materials, and other original materials—is owned by or used with permission by Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, Inc.

The name Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, Inc., associated logos, branding, and original website materials may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, publicly displayed, or commercially used without prior written permission, except where permitted by applicable law.

Third-party trademarks, names, logos, photographs, or other materials remain the property of their respective owners.

Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to websites, payment processors, social media platforms, registration services, or other third-party websites and services.

These third-party websites operate independently from Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation. We do not control and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, availability, security, policies, or terms.

Your use of third-party websites and services is subject to the terms and policies of those third parties.

Privacy

Your use of this website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information.

Our Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

By using the website, you acknowledge that you have had the opportunity to review our Privacy Policy.

Accessibility

Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation is committed to making our website accessible and usable for individuals with disabilities.

Our Accessibility Statement provides additional information about our accessibility efforts, available accommodations, and how to report accessibility concerns.

The Accessibility Statement is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

Website Availability

We make reasonable efforts to keep the website available and functioning; however, we do not guarantee that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.

The website may occasionally be unavailable because of maintenance, technical problems, updates, circumstances beyond our control, or issues involving third-party service providers.

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of the website at any time.

Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, this website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the website or its content, including warranties concerning accuracy, reliability, availability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

We do not guarantee that the website or any content made available through it will be free from errors, interruptions, viruses, or other harmful components.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, Inc., and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, and agents will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of, or inability to use, the website or its content.

This includes, without limitation, losses resulting from website interruptions, technical errors, reliance on website information, third-party websites or services, or unauthorized access to information to the extent permitted by law.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or limit liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under applicable law.

Indemnification

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, Inc., and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, representatives, and agents from claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses—including reasonable attorneys’ fees—arising out of or related to:

Your violation of these Terms;
Your misuse of the website;
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation; or
Your violation of the rights of another person or organization.

Changes to These Terms

We may update or revise these Terms from time to time.

When changes are made, the updated Terms will be posted on this website with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the website after updated Terms are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms, to the extent permitted by law.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles, except where applicable law requires otherwise.

Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the website will be subject to the jurisdiction of the appropriate courts located in New Jersey, unless applicable law provides otherwise.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is determined to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Accessibility Statement, Refund Policy, and any other policies or terms expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the agreement governing your use of this website and supersede prior statements or understandings concerning your use of the website to the extent permitted by law.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Shell’s Gems for STEM Foundation, Inc.
Email: info@shellsgemsforstemfoundation.org

For accessibility concerns, please refer to our Accessibility Statement.

For questions concerning refunds or event cancellations, please refer to our Refund Policy or contact us using the information above.

Last Updated: September 1, 2026