Bemidji Community Food Shelf – Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: 12/2/25
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Welcome to the Bemidji Community Food Shelf (“BCFS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
These Terms explain how you may use our website and how we handle certain types of information submitted through it.
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1. Purpose of This Website​
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This website is provided for general information, community updates, volunteer opportunities, donation information, and other services related to our mission of addressing food insecurity in Bemidji and surrounding communities.
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2. Acceptable Use​
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You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not disrupt, damage, or impair its functionality or accessibility.
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3. Intellectual Property
All content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, photos, and documents—is the property of Bemidji Community Food Shelf unless otherwise stated.
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You may not copy, distribute, modify, or republish any content without written permission.
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You may share content for community education, nonprofit purposes, or outreach when properly credited and not altered in a misleading way.
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4. Donations
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Bemidji Community Food Shelf is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are voluntary and may be made online, by mail, or in person.
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Online Donations:
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We use trusted third-party payment processors to handle online contributions. While we strive to ensure secure processing, BCFS is not responsible for technical issues, delays, or security errors that occur within those external systems.
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Tax-Deductible Status:
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Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax receipts and documentation follow IRS regulations and may vary based on the type and amount of the donation.
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5. Contact Form Submissions
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When you submit information through our “Contact Us” form:
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You agree to provide accurate and respectful information.
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We may use the information to respond to your inquiry and provide assistance (A).
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We may also use general, non-identifiable feedback to improve our services or understand community needs (B).
We will not publicly share your personal information without your consent.
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6. Email Communication
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If you provide your email through a donation form, contact form, or other interaction, we may use it to:
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Respond to your inquiry
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Send donation receipts or confirmations
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Communicate important updates related to our services
If BCFS begins offering newsletters or broad email communications in the future, you will have the option to opt in or out at any time.
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7. Privacy & Use of Personal Information
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains:
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What information we collect
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How we use it
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How we protect it
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Your rights regarding personal data
By using this site, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
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8. Cookies & Analytics
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Our website may use cookies or tracking tools to improve functionality and understand user behavior. You can modify your browser settings to disable cookies, though some features may not function optimally if cookies are blocked.
Detailed cookie information is included in our Privacy Policy.
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9. External Links
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This website may include links to third-party websites for convenience or additional information.
BCFS does not control or guarantee the accuracy, security, or content of external sites and does not endorse any linked organization or product.
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Use of external websites is at your own discretion.
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10. No Warranties
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While we aim to provide accurate and timely information, all content on this website is provided “as is.”
We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding:
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Accuracy or completeness of information
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Website availability
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Freedom from errors, interruptions, or security vulnerabilities
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11. Limitation of Liability
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Bemidji Community Food Shelf is not liable for any damages arising from:
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Use or inability to use this website
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Technical problems
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Errors or omissions in content
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Issues related to third-party services or links
This limitation applies to the fullest extent permitted by law.
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12. Changes to These Terms
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We may update these Terms & Conditions periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
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Continued use of the website after changes means you accept the updated terms.
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13. Governing Law
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These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Any disputes arising from the use of this website will fall under Minnesota jurisdiction.
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14. Contact Us
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If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:
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Bemidji Community Food Shelf
Phone: 218-444-6580
Website: www.bemidjifoodshelf.org
Email: BCFS@paulbunyan.net
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