Terms & Conditions

Please review these terms before using our website, programs, and services.

Effective Date: August 3, 2026

Welcome to the Friends of Music of Smithtown website.

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of friendsofmusicofsmithtown.org and any forms, purchases, registrations, memberships, donations, programs, events, and services offered by Friends of Music of Smithtown ("Friends of Music," "we," "our," or "us").

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of this website.

1. About Friends of Music of Smithtown

Friends of Music of Smithtown is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting music education throughout the Smithtown Central School District through memberships, donations, scholarships, teacher mini-grants, educational programs, fundraising events, and community engagement.

2. Website Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.

You agree not to:

  • Interfere with the operation or security of the website
  • Upload malicious software or harmful code
  • Attempt unauthorized access to any part of the website
  • Submit false or misleading information
  • Impersonate another person or organization
  • Use the website for fraudulent or unlawful activity

We reserve the right to suspend or restrict access for violations of these Terms.

3. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website is the property of Friends of Music of Smithtown or is used with permission.

This includes:

  • Logos
  • Graphics
  • Photographs
  • Text
  • Videos
  • Downloadable materials
  • Event information
  • Educational content
  • Forms
  • Website design

You may view or print website materials for personal, non-commercial use.

No content may be copied, modified, distributed, sold, republished, or used commercially without prior written permission.

4. Memberships

Friends of Music memberships support our mission and are valid for the membership period identified at the time of enrollment.

Memberships are:

  • Non-transferable
  • Intended for the purchaser or designated household
  • Subject to the benefits described at the time of purchase

Unless otherwise stated, membership fees are non-refundable after processing.

5. Donations

Friends of Music of Smithtown is a nonprofit organization.

Donations help support music education programs, student scholarships, teacher mini-grants, and related initiatives.

Unless required by law, donations are considered voluntary and are generally non-refundable.

Tax deductibility depends on each donor's individual circumstances. Please consult your tax advisor.

6. Event Registrations

Registration may be required for concerts, fundraisers, educational programs, workshops, and community events.

Friends of Music reserves the right to:

  • Change event dates
  • Change locations
  • Modify schedules
  • Substitute speakers or performers
  • Cancel events when necessary

If an event must be canceled, refund or credit information will be communicated when applicable.

7. Merchandise, Recorder Orders & Program Purchases

From time to time, Friends of Music may offer:

  • Recorder purchases
  • Merchandise
  • Fundraising items
  • Event tickets
  • Educational materials
  • Program registrations

Product descriptions and pricing are believed to be accurate but may be corrected if errors occur.

Orders may be canceled if pricing or inventory errors are discovered.

Refund policies for specific programs or products will appear on the applicable order page.

8. Scholarships, Mini-Grants & Applications

Submitting an application does not guarantee selection, funding, scholarship awards, or grant approval.

Friends of Music reserves the right to:

  • Establish eligibility requirements
  • Request supporting documentation
  • Modify application deadlines
  • Decline incomplete applications
  • Determine award recipients

Decisions made by Friends of Music are final unless otherwise stated.

9. User Submissions

If you voluntarily submit:

  • Testimonials
  • Photographs
  • Videos
  • Comments
  • Feedback
  • Applications
  • Forms

You confirm that you have the legal right to submit that information.

You grant Friends of Music permission to use submitted materials for nonprofit purposes, including:

  • Educational communications
  • Fundraising
  • Newsletters
  • Social media
  • Annual reports
  • Marketing
  • Event promotion

Such use will occur when appropriate permission or releases have been obtained.

10. Photography & Public Events

Friends of Music events may be photographed or recorded.

Images and video may be used to promote the organization through:

  • The website
  • Newsletters
  • Social media
  • Fundraising materials
  • Annual reports

If individual consent or a media release is required for a particular event or participant, Friends of Music will obtain the appropriate permission.

11. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

Friends of Music is not responsible for the external content, privacy practices, security, products, services, or policies of those third-party websites.

Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

12. SMS Messaging Terms

Individuals who voluntarily opt into our SMS program may receive text messages related to:

  • Memberships
  • Donations
  • Purchases
  • Recorder orders
  • Event reminders
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Fundraising campaigns
  • Registration updates
  • Application deadlines
  • Other Friends of Music communications requested by the user

Consent to receive recurring text messages is voluntary.

Consent is not required to:

  • Make a donation
  • Become a member
  • Purchase merchandise
  • Register for an event
  • Submit an application

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.

Reply STOP to unsubscribe. Reply HELP for assistance.

You may also contact:

For information about how we collect and use personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.

13. Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is offered for general informational purposes.

Although we strive for accuracy, Friends of Music does not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or error-free.

Programs, dates, pricing, events, and policies may change without notice.

14. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Friends of Music of Smithtown shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:

  • Use of this website
  • Inability to use the website
  • Website interruptions
  • Technical failures
  • Third-party services
  • Reliance on website information

Nothing in these Terms limits liability where prohibited by law.

15. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Friends of Music of Smithtown, its officers, directors, volunteers, employees, committee members, and authorized representatives from claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from:

  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Misuse of the website
  • Unlawful conduct
  • Infringement of another person's rights

16. Governing Law

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

Any legal action relating to these Terms shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction located within the State of New York.

17. Changes to These Terms

Friends of Music may revise these Terms from time to time.

Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

18. Contact Information

Questions regarding these Terms may be directed to:

Friends of Music of Smithtown

PO Box 68

Smithtown, NY 11787

✉️ [email protected]

📞 (631) 257-3129

🌐 friendsofmusicofsmithtown.org

Last reviewed: August 3, 2026