Terms of Use &
Privacy Policy
Terms of Use
Effective Date: Jan. 1, 2026
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Welcome to the website of America 250 DeKalb (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use this site.
1. Purpose of This Website
This website is provided for informational and community-engagement purposes related to activities, events, and initiatives of America 250 DeKalb. The content is intended for general informational use only.
2. Acceptable Use
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not:
Violate any applicable law or regulation
Infringe on the rights of others
Disrupt or interfere with the operation of the website
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the site or its systems
3. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, images, logos, and graphics, is the property of America 250 DeKalb or its content contributors unless otherwise noted. You may view and share content for non-commercial, informational purposes, provided you do not modify it or remove attribution.
4. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those websites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.
5. Disclaimer
This website and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of information on this site.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by Illinois law, America 250 DeKalb shall not be liable for any damages arising out of your use of or inability to use this website.
7. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: onedekalb@gmail.com.
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PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
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America 250 DeKalb respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with Illinois law and applicable federal regulations.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our website:
Name and email address (for contact forms, newsletters, or event sign-ups)
Information you voluntarily submit through forms
Basic usage data (such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited)
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
Respond to inquiries
Share updates or information about events and activities
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain site security
3. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies through Wix or third-party services (such as site analytics) to understand how visitors use the site. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent personal information. We may share information only:
With service providers that help operate the website (such as Wix)
When required by law or legal process
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.
6. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
7. Illinois Privacy Rights
Illinois residents have the right to request information about how their personal data is used and to request correction or deletion where applicable under Illinois law.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: onedekalb@gmail.com.