NATIONAL ANIMAL NEWS

Terms of Use and Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 29, 2025

About National Animal News

National Animal News is a mission-driven digital media platform focused on reporting animal cruelty cases, rescues, legal proceedings, and advocacy efforts. Content is published to inform the public, encourage civic engagement, and support animal protection initiatives.

National Animal News is published and operated by Animal Victory, a mission-driven for-profit advocacy organization.

Donations made through this platform are processed by Animal Victory Disaster & Abuse Fund (AVDAF), an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 88-3617975).

— Janelle Babington, CEO

TERMS OF USE

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using NationalAnimalNews.com (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy below. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use of the Site.

Purpose of the Site

The Site exists to publish factual reporting, case updates, and advocacy-related content concerning animal cruelty, rescue efforts, and justice outcomes. Content may include news articles, editorials, investigative reporting, petitions, and calls to action.

Nothing on the Site constitutes legal, medical, or professional advice.

Ownership and Operation

National Animal News is owned and operated by Animal Victory, a for-profit advocacy organization.

Petitions referenced or linked on the Site are published by Animal Victory (for-profit).

Donations displayed or collected on this Site are processed exclusively by Animal Victory Disaster & Abuse Fund (AVDAF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Donations made through this Site:
• Are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law
• Support nonprofit charitable programs
• Do not fund for-profit revenue or profit-generating activities

Transparency Regarding Affiliate Structure

Animal Victory and AVDAF may share certain administrative, marketing, and technical resources to reduce costs and increase impact.

However:
• Donations to AVDAF fund nonprofit programs only
• Donations do not provide private benefit to Animal Victory
• Donations made directly to Animal Victory are not tax-deductible

This structure complies with applicable nonprofit governance and tax laws.

User Conduct

You agree not to:
• Post unlawful, abusive, defamatory, or misleading content
• Impersonate individuals or organizations
• Upload copyrighted material without authorization
• Engage in harassment, hate speech, or threats
• Interfere with site operations or security

Violations may result in content removal or restricted access.

Hate and Abuse Policy

National Animal News maintains a zero-tolerance policy for hate speech, harassment, or incitement of violence based on protected characteristics. We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access at our discretion.

Petitions and Public Participation

By signing or interacting with petitions linked from the Site:
• You acknowledge no outcome is guaranteed
• Petition data may be shared with officials, media, or advocacy partners
• Your name, city, and state may be displayed unless you opt for anonymity

Intellectual Property

All original content published on the Site is owned by Animal Victory or its licensed partners.

This includes:
• Articles and reporting
• Images and graphics
• Videos and media
• Research and investigative materials

Content created by contributors constitutes “work made for hire.” If not legally deemed work-for-hire, all rights are irrevocably assigned to Animal Victory.

You may share links or brief excerpts with attribution. You may not reproduce or republish full content without written permission.

Graphic Content Warning

Some content may depict animal abuse or cruelty. Viewer discretion is advised. Content is published for awareness, advocacy, and public interest purposes.

Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for third-party content, practices, or policies.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.” We make no warranties regarding:
• Accuracy or completeness of content
• Outcomes of petitions or advocacy efforts
• Continuous availability or error-free operation

Limitation of Liability (Very Strong)

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Animal Victory, National Animal News, AVDAF, and their officers, directors, employees, contractors, affiliates, and volunteers shall not be liable for any damages, including direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, or special damages arising from:

• Use or inability to use the Site
• Reliance on published content
• User-submitted content
• Petition outcomes or lack thereof
• Donations or expectations related to donations
• Technical failures, security incidents, or third-party actions

Your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Site.

Indemnification (Very Strong)

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Animal Victory, National Animal News, AVDAF, and their affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from:

• Your use or misuse of the Site
• Content you submit or share
• Violations of law or third-party rights
• Breach of these Terms

This obligation survives termination of use.

Modifications

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Contact

Animal Victory
Publisher of National Animal News
1319 Military Cutoff Road, Unit 101, Suite CC
Wilmington, NC 28403
Email: info@animalvictory.org

PRIVACY POLICY

Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you use the Site. Donations are processed by Animal Victory Disaster & Abuse Fund (EIN: 88-3617975).

Information Collected

We may collect:
• Name, email, city, state
• Petition participation data
• Donation details (processed by AVDAF)
• Technical data (IP address, browser, device)

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Use of Information

Information may be used to:
• Publish petitions and advocacy content
• Process donations and issue receipts
• Communicate updates
• Improve site performance and security

Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information in violation of applicable privacy laws.

Information may be shared:
• With AVDAF for donation processing
• With service providers under confidentiality agreements
• With officials or media to advance advocacy goals
• When required by law

Cookies

Cookies may be used for functionality, analytics, and advocacy outreach. You may manage preferences through browser or consent tools.

Data Security

Reasonable safeguards are used, but no system is completely secure.

Your Rights

You may request access, correction, or deletion of personal information and may opt out of communications at any time.

Business Transfers

If the Site or affiliated entities are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user information may be transferred subject to equal or greater protection.

Contact

Animal Victory
1319 Military Cutoff Road, Unit 101, Suite CC
Wilmington, NC 28403
Email:info@animalvictory.org