Effective Date: November 2025
Organization: Appalachian Shelter Medicine Initiative (ASMI)
Website: https://appsheltermed.org
1. Introduction
Welcome to the Appalachian Shelter Medicine Initiative (ASMI) website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use.
ASMI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving animal welfare through high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN), shelter medicine services, and community-based population support in Eastern Kentucky.
These Terms apply to all visitors, supporters, donors, volunteers, and partner organizations who use our website or related services.
2. Use of This Website
You agree to use the ASMI website only for lawful purposes. You may not:
- Attempt to disrupt or interfere with site functionality
- Upload or transmit harmful or malicious content
- Impersonate ASMI staff, volunteers, or other users
- Use ASMI’s name or logo without authorization
- Use this website to solicit funds, services, or business unrelated to ASMI
ASMI reserves the right to restrict access to any part of the site at any time.
3. Donations
Donations made through Zeffy, PayPal, or any other ASMI-approved platform are voluntary and non-refundable unless required by law.
By donating, you acknowledge that:
- ASMI is a registered nonprofit and donations may be tax-deductible
- You will receive a donation receipt
- ASMI may contact you regarding donation confirmation or tax documentation
ASMI does not sell, share, or trade donor information.
4. Service Availability
ASMASMI’s high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) and shelter medicine services are currently focused on animal shelters, rescue partners, and community animal populations, where the need and population-level impact are greatest.
At this time, ASMI does not routinely provide services for privately owned pets. However, future free or low-cost public clinic days may be offered as capacity, staffing, and infrastructure allow.
5. Accuracy of Information
We strive to keep all information on this website accurate and up to date, but:
- ASMI does not guarantee completeness, reliability, or accuracy
- Content may change without notice
- Medical information is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional veterinary care
6. External Links
Our website may include links to partner shelters, fundraising platforms, or useful resources. ASMI:
- Is not responsible for third-party website content
- Does not endorse external organizations unless explicitly stated
- Is not liable for any damages arising from third-party site use
7. Intellectual Property
All content on this website—including logos, graphics, photographs, text, and documents—is owned by ASMI unless otherwise noted.
You may:
✔️ Share links to our pages
✔️ Use our materials for shelter collaboration, education, or nonprofit advocacy
You may not:
✘ Reproduce or distribute our materials for commercial purposes
✘ Use our logo or branding without permission
✘ Claim ASMI content as your own
8. Privacy & Data Collection
Your privacy is important to us. ASMI collects only minimal information necessary for:
- Donations
- Email subscriptions
- Contact form submissions
- Basic website analytics
We do not sell or trade personal information.
Please review our full Privacy Policy for more details.
9. Limitation of Liability
ASMI is not liable for:
- Technical issues, downtime, or interrupted access
- Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies on the site
- Damages arising from the use or inability to use our website
- Actions taken based on educational or informational content
Use of this website is at your own risk.
10. Changes to These Terms
ASMI may update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
Continued use of the website means you accept the updated terms.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us using the embedded contact us form and we will follow up promptly.