Last Updated: April 15, 2025

Welcome to Big Sisters/Sisterhood! Your Agreement with Us

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Big Sisters/Sisterhood website located at https://www.Bigsistersisterhood.com/. By accessing and using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website.  

  1. Definitions
  • “Client,” “You,” and “Your” refer to you, the user accessing our website and agreeing to these Terms and Conditions.
  • “The Company,” “Big Sisters/Sisterhood,” “Ourselves,” “We,” “Our,” and “Us” refer to Big Sisters/Sisterhood LLC.
  • “Party,” “Parties,” or “Us” refer to both you and Big Sisters/Sisterhood LLC.
  • “Content” refers to all text, graphics, images, videos, and other material available on our website.

These terms outline the agreement for your use of our website and services, in accordance with the laws of the United States. Any variations in terminology (singular, plural, capitalization, etc.) shall be interpreted as the same.

  1. DMCA Agent for Copyright Infringement

If you believe that any content on our website infringes upon your copyright, please contact our designated agent:

Kalief Francis. Email: dmca@bigsistersisterhood.com

 Mail: 400 Chesterfield Center Ste 400 Chesterfield, MO 63017

  1. Cookies

By using the Big Sisters/Sisterhood website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy. Cookies help us enhance your browsing experience and improve the functionality of our site. Some of our advertising partners may also use cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

  1. Intellectual Property Rights and License

Unless otherwise stated, Big Sisters/Sisterhood LLC and/or its licensors own the intellectual property rights for all materials on this website. All rights are reserved. You may view and access these materials for your personal, non-commercial use only, subject to the restrictions below:  

You are strictly prohibited from:

  • Republishing any material from our website.
  • Selling, renting, or sub-licensing any material from our website.
  • Reproducing, duplicating, or copying any material from our website for commercial purposes.
  • Redistributing any content from our website without our explicit written permission.

This Agreement is effective as of the “Last Updated” date stated above.

  1. User Comments and Content

Certain areas of our website may allow users to post comments and other content. Big Sisters/Sisterhood LLC does not typically pre-screen, edit, publish, or review these comments before they appear on the website. Comments reflect the opinions of the individuals who post them and not necessarily the views of Big Sisters/Sisterhood LLC.

To the extent permitted by law, Big Sisters/Sisterhood LLC shall not be liable for any comments or any loss, damage, or expenses arising from their use or posting on this website.

We reserve the right to monitor all comments and to remove any that we deem inappropriate, offensive, or in violation of these Terms and Conditions.

By posting comments or content on our website, you warrant and represent that:

  • You have the legal right to post the content and possess all necessary licenses and consents.
  • Your content does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights (copyright, patent, trademark, etc.) of any third party.
  • Your content is not defamatory, libelous, offensive, indecent, unlawful, or invasive of privacy.
  • Your content will not be used for unauthorized solicitation, advertising, or promotion of business or unlawful activities.

You grant Big Sisters/Sisterhood LLC a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, edit, and authorize others to use and reproduce your comments and content in any form, format, or media.

  1. Hyperlinking to Our Content

The following types of organizations may link to our website without prior written approval:

  • Government agencies
  • Search engines
  • News organizations
  • Online directory distributors (linking in the same way as to other listed businesses)  
  • System-wide Accredited Businesses (excluding certain non-profits, charity malls, and fundraising groups)

These organizations may link to our home page, publications, or other website content if the link:

  • Is not misleading.
  • Does not falsely imply our endorsement, sponsorship, or approval of their products or services.
  • Fits within the context of their website.

We may review and approve link requests from other types of organizations, including:

  • Consumer and/or business information sources
  • dot.com community sites  
  • Charity-representing associations
  • Online directory distributors
  • Internet portals
  • Accounting, law, and consulting firms
  • Educational institutions and trade associations

We will approve link requests if we determine that: (a) the link would not negatively affect us or our business interests; (b) the organization has no negative history with us; (c) the benefit of the link’s visibility outweighs the absence of a separate linking agreement; and (d) the link is relevant to general resource information.

If you represent an organization listed above and wish to link to our website, please contact us with the required information (your name, organization name, contact info, website URL, list of linking URLs, and list of target URLs on our site). Please allow 2-3 weeks for a response.

Approved organizations may link to our website using our company name, the specific URL being linked to, or a relevant description of our website. Use of our logo or proprietary graphics for linking is not permitted without a trademark license agreement.

  1. IFrames

You may not create frames around our web pages that alter the visual presentation or appearance of our website without our prior written permission.

  1. Content Liability

We are not responsible for any content that appears on your website if you choose to link to us. You agree to defend and indemnify us against any claims arising from your website’s content. No links on your website should contain material that is defamatory, obscene, criminal, or that infringes upon or violates the rights of any third party.

  1. Your Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which details how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.  

  1. Reservation of Rights

We reserve the right to request the removal of any links to our website at any time. You agree to promptly remove all links upon our request. We also reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions and our linking policy without notice. By continuing to link to our website, you agree to be bound by these terms.

  1. Removal of Links from Our Website

If you find any link on our website that you believe is offensive or inaccurate, please contact us immediately. While we will consider all requests to remove links, we are not obligated to do so or to respond directly to you.

  1. Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our website and its use.

This disclaimer does not:

  • Exclude our or your liability for death or personal injury resulting from negligence.
  • Exclude our or your liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.
  • Exclude any liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

The limitations and exclusions of liability outlined in this section and elsewhere in this disclaimer are subject to the preceding paragraph and govern all liabilities arising under this disclaimer, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), or for breach of statutory duty.

As long as our website and the information and services on it are provided free of charge, we will not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature.

  1. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of Missouri, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Missouri for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions or your use of our website.  

  1. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of our website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms and Conditions. We encourage you to review these terms periodically for updates.  

  1. Contact Us

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

Email: service@bigsistersisterhood.com Phone: (314) 417-7481 Mail: Attn: Customer Service, 400 Chesterfield Center Suite 400, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Thank you for using Big Sisters/Sisterhood!