Terms of Use
Basic terms for using this website.
By using the Diamond Roots public website, you agree to these plain-language terms. This page is readable and practical — not a hostile legal wall.
This website provides public information about the mission — not professional advice or emergency services.
Website use principles
Plain-language expectations for using the public website responsibly.
Informational website
Site content explains the mission and public pathways — it is not professional advice.
Not for emergencies
If there is immediate danger, contact local emergency services.
Responsible form use
Public forms should be used honestly and should not carry sensitive youth details, emergencies, or spam.
External providers
Donations and some communications may be handled by third-party providers with their own terms and policies.
Terms of use
Informational content, acceptable use, external links, and contact pathways.
Acceptance of website terms
By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use and to use the site responsibly.
If you do not agree, please do not use the website.
Informational website
Website content describes Diamond Roots' mission, programs, public pathways, events, and support opportunities.
Content may change as the organization, website, and capacity evolve.
No professional advice
This website does not provide medical, legal, mental health, therapeutic, tax, financial, educational, or emergency advice.
Information on this site is general and public-facing — not tailored professional guidance.
Not an emergency service
This website is not for emergencies. If there is immediate danger, contact local emergency services.
Do not use public forms on this site for crisis or emergency intake.
Forms and user submissions
When you submit a public form, you should provide accurate information to the best of your ability.
Do not submit sensitive youth details, medical information, legal matters, confidential documents, payment information, or emergency situations through public forms.
Diamond Roots may review submissions and follow up when appropriate — without ticket numbers or guaranteed response times.
Acceptable use
You agree not to misuse this website. For example, do not:
- Submit spam, malicious content, or automated abuse
- Attempt to disrupt site operation or security
- Impersonate another person or organization
- Use forms for harassment, fraud, or unrelated solicitation
- Attempt to collect or scrape sensitive information through the site
External links
This website may link to third-party websites or providers — including donation providers.
External sites have their own terms, privacy policies, and practices. Diamond Roots is not responsible for third-party content or services.
Donations and third-party providers
Donations may be processed by external providers when configured. Those transactions are subject to the provider's terms.
See the Donation Policy page for additional public donation boundaries.
Intellectual property
Diamond Roots name, branding, website content, and materials are protected intellectual property unless otherwise noted.
Do not copy, reuse, or republish site content or brand materials without permission.
Site availability
Diamond Roots may update, modify, suspend, or remove website content or features at any time.
Website availability is not guaranteed without interruption.
Updates to these terms
These Terms of Use may be updated as the website or organizational practices change.
Continued use of the website after updates may constitute acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact
Questions about these terms may be directed through the Contact page.
For privacy-specific questions, see the Privacy Policy. For youth safety expectations, see Youth Safety.
Common questions.
Straight answers about boundaries, expectations, and what this website does not claim.
Does using this site create a membership or volunteer agreement?
No. Public forms and pages start interest or inquiry pathways. Approval, participation, and roles require separate organizational review and communication.
Can I rely on this website for tax or legal decisions?
No. Consult qualified professionals for tax, legal, medical, mental health, or emergency decisions.
Take the next step thoughtfully.
Related pathways for questions, participation interest, volunteering, and programs.
Contact Diamond Roots
Reach Diamond Roots directly for questions, support, partnerships, or community inquiries.
Contact Diamond RootsRequest Membership
Share interest for a Columbus-area young man in grades 5 through 9. This is not automatic enrollment.
Member RequestVolunteer
Start a volunteer interest path for mentoring, tutoring, events, transportation, resources, or professional support.
Volunteer interestExplore Programs
See how mentorship, physical development, academics, life skills, resource access, and community support fit together.
Explore programsQuestions about using this website?
Contact Diamond Roots or review related policy pages for privacy, donations, and youth safety.
This page describes Diamond Roots' current public website approach. Organization leadership and qualified advisors should review policy language before final production use.