Website Terms of Use

Welcome to the Evergreen Animal Protective League (“EAPL,” “we,” “us,” and “our”) website (eapl.com or the “Site“). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of our Site. By using the Site, you agree to these terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

Use of this Site is voluntary. If you do not agree to these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy, you must immediately discontinue your use of the Site.

2. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information as outlined in that policy.

3. Intellectual Property

Ownership: All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, and specifically the EAPL Photo Gallery and RescueGroups.org content, is the property of EAPL or its content suppliers and is protected by U.S. copyright laws.

Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive license to access the Site for personal use. You may not download (other than page caching) or modify the Site without our express written consent.

Prohibited Use: Reproduction, duplication, or sale of any content on this Site for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited.

4. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to use the Site to:

  • Post or transmit false or inaccurate information on adoption or foster applications.
  • Interfere with the security or operation of the Site.
  • Use any automated “scraping” tools or robots to collect data or images.
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state your affiliation with EAPL.

5. Third-Party Services

EAPL utilizes third-party functionality to provide certain services, including RescueGroups.org (animal feeds/applications) and PayPal/Stripe (donations). Your use of those features is also subject to the terms and policies of those specific providers. EAPL is not responsible for the availability or content of these third-party services.

6. Accuracy of Information

While we strive to keep animal availability and event information up-to-date, information on the Site may contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. We reserve the right to correct any errors at any time without notice.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability

THIS SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” BASIS. EAPL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, EAPL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM THE USE OF THIS SITE.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold EAPL and its volunteers, board members, and agents harmless from any claims or demands arising out of your breach of these Terms of Use.

9. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Jefferson County, Colorado.

9. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us at:

Last updated: February 26, 2026