Last Updated: 16/04/2025

Welcome to Human Care International (“HCI”, “we”, “us”, “our”). By accessing https://hci-uk.org (the “Site”), you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using our Site or services, you confirm:
✔ You are at least 18 years old or have parental consent
✔ You comply with all applicable laws (UK Charity Act 2011, GDPR, etc.)
✔ You accept our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy

2. Donation Terms

a. General Donations

  • All donations are voluntary and non-refundable unless an error occurs.
  • Designated funds (e.g., “Gaza Emergency”) will be used as specified, but may be reallocated if oversubscribed or logistically unfeasible.

b. Zakat & Sadaqah

  • Zakat donations are distributed per Islamic guidelines under scholar supervision.
  • Receipts provided for tax reclaim (Gift Aid UK).

c. Qurbani & Ramadan Projects

  • Animals sacrificed according to Islamic principles (Halal).
  • HCI reserves the right to substitute equivalent livestock if needed.
  • Distribution photos/reports sent within 30 days post-Eid.

3. Intellectual Property

  • All content (logos, text, images) is owned by HCI or licensed partners.
  • No commercial use without written permission.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to:
❌ Misrepresent HCI or misuse donor data
❌ Upload malicious content
❌ Violate any third-party rights

5. Limitation of Liability

  • HCI is not liable for:
    • Technical issues beyond our control
    • Third-party links/content
    • Force majeure events affecting project delivery

6. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by English law. Disputes subject to UK courts.

7. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

8. Contact Us

For questions:
📧 Email: legal@hci-uk.org
📞 Phone:
📍 2 Claremont, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD7 1BQ

Charity Reg. No: Charity number: 1136049

Key Legal Considerations for Your NGO:

  1. GDPR Compliance: Ensure donor data clauses align with ICO guidelines.
  2. Fundraising Regs: Reference Fundraising Regulator standards.
  3. Sharia Compliance: State Qurbani/Zakat oversight by qualified scholars.