Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Dreamleap Initiative Foundation ("Dreamleap", "we", "our", or "us").

Dreamleap Initiative Foundation is a registered non-profit organization dedicated to empowering students through education, scholarships, mentorship, career guidance, skill development, volunteering, and community initiatives.

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, digital platforms, services, donation facilities, educational resources, programmes, events, newsletters, communication channels, and any future applications or online portals operated by Dreamleap.

By accessing or using our website or any Dreamleap service, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue use of our website and services.

2. About Dreamleap Initiative Foundation

Dreamleap Initiative Foundation
Registered Non-Profit Organization
12AB & 80G Registered
URN: AALCD7544GE20251

Registered Office

19, First Floor, Block-D, CC Colony
Malka Ganj
Delhi – 110007
India

Email: info@dreamleapfoundation.org
Phone: +91 8920943490
Website: https://dreamleapfoundation.org

Dreamleap works to create meaningful educational opportunities for deserving students through charitable programmes, partnerships, mentoring, scholarships, sponsorships, volunteer engagement, and community development initiatives.

3. Acceptance of these Terms

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that:

• You have read these Terms.
• You understand these Terms.
• You agree to comply with these Terms.
• You agree to comply with all applicable laws while using our website and services.

These Terms apply whether you are:

• A website visitor
• A donor
• A student
• A parent or guardian
• A volunteer
• A mentor
• A beneficiary
• A corporate partner
• A school representative
• A newsletter subscriber
• A vendor
• Any other user of Dreamleap's services

If you are accessing our services on behalf of an organisation, you represent that you are authorised to accept these Terms on behalf of that organisation.

4. Eligibility

You may use our website only if:

• You have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement under applicable law.
• The information you provide is accurate and complete.
• Your use complies with these Terms.

If you are below 18 years of age, participation in Dreamleap programmes should occur with the knowledge or consent of your parent or legal guardian where required.

Certain programmes may have additional eligibility criteria that will be communicated separately.

5. Scope of Services

Dreamleap may provide services including:

• Educational programmes
• Student sponsorship
• Scholarships
• Mentorship programmes
• Career guidance
• Volunteer programmes
• Community initiatives
• Awareness campaigns
• Educational events
• Workshops
• Newsletters
• Online resources
• Donation facilities
• Future student portals
• Future volunteer portals
• Future mentor portals
• AI-powered support services
• Chatbot assistance
• Other charitable services

Availability of any programme or service may change without prior notice.

6. Acceptable Use of the Website

You agree to use the website responsibly and only for lawful purposes.

You must not:

• Violate any applicable law or regulation.
• Attempt unauthorised access to our systems.
• Interfere with website functionality.
• Upload malicious software or harmful code.
• Attempt to compromise website security.
• Copy or scrape website content using automated tools without permission.
• Misrepresent your identity.
• Provide false or misleading information.
• Upload unlawful, defamatory, abusive, or offensive content.
• Infringe the rights of others.
• Use the website for commercial purposes without written permission.

Dreamleap reserves the right to investigate misuse and take appropriate action, including restricting or terminating access where necessary.

7. User Accounts

Certain features of our website or future digital platforms may require user registration.

If you create an account, you are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
• Keeping your information accurate and up to date.
• Restricting unauthorised access to your account.
• Promptly notifying Dreamleap of any suspected unauthorised use.

Dreamleap reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or threaten the security of our systems.

8. Communications

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from Dreamleap relating to your interaction with the Foundation.

Depending on your relationship with us, communications may be sent through:

• Email
• Telephone
• SMS
• WhatsApp
• Postal mail
• Website notifications
• Future mobile applications
• Official social media channels

Communications may include:

• Donation acknowledgements
• Donation receipts
• Tax certificates
• Scholarship updates
• Sponsorship updates
• Mentorship schedules
• Volunteer coordination
• Event invitations
• Workshop reminders
• Programme announcements
• Newsletters
• Impact reports
• Annual reports
• Policy updates
• Administrative notices
• Responses to enquiries

Where required by applicable law, Dreamleap will seek your consent before sending promotional or marketing communications.

You may opt out of newsletters or other non-essential communications by following the unsubscribe instructions provided or by contacting us.

Operational, legal, safeguarding, programme-related, or donation-related communications may continue where reasonably necessary.

9. WhatsApp Communications

Dreamleap may communicate through the WhatsApp Business Platform using authorised service providers.

WhatsApp communications may include:

• Donation confirmations
• Digital donation receipts
• Programme updates
• Volunteer schedules
• Mentorship reminders
• Student notifications
• Event reminders
• Scholarship communications
• Support responses

You should ensure that the mobile number provided belongs to you or that you are authorised to receive communications on that number.

Dreamleap will never request confidential banking credentials, passwords, OTPs, UPI PINs, or similar sensitive information through WhatsApp.

If you receive suspicious messages claiming to represent Dreamleap, please contact us immediately.

10. Future Digital Services

Dreamleap may introduce additional digital services including:

• Student Management Portal
• Volunteer Portal
• Mentor Portal
• Donor Dashboard
• Learning Management Systems
• Mobile Applications
• AI-powered assistants
• Chatbots
• Digital learning platforms

Your use of these services will also be governed by these Terms together with any additional terms applicable to the specific service.

11. Relationship with Other Policies

These Terms should be read together with Dreamleap's:

• Privacy Policy
• Cookie Policy
• Refund & Cancellation Policy
• Volunteer Terms & Code of Conduct
• Child Safeguarding & Protection Policy
• Student & Parent Consent Policy
• Website Disclaimer
• Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy
• Grievance Redressal Policy

In the event of any inconsistency, programme-specific terms or policies may apply to the relevant service or activity.

12. Donations

Dreamleap Initiative Foundation gratefully accepts voluntary donations to support its charitable mission.

By making a donation, you acknowledge and agree that:

• Donations are made voluntarily.
• The information you provide is accurate and complete.
• You are authorised to use the selected payment method.
• Donations are made in good faith to support Dreamleap's charitable activities.

Unless a donation has been expressly accepted for a specific restricted purpose, Dreamleap reserves the right to allocate donated funds to programmes or operational areas where they are most needed to further its charitable objectives.

All donations are subject to our Refund & Cancellation Policy.

13. Donation Receipts & Tax Benefits

Where applicable:

• Donation acknowledgements and receipts will be issued using the information provided by the donor.
• Tax benefits, including benefits available under applicable provisions of the Income-tax Act, are subject to applicable law and the donor's eligibility.
• Dreamleap is not responsible for delays caused by incorrect donor information.
• Donors should promptly notify Dreamleap if any information requires correction.

Dreamleap may request additional information where required to issue valid tax documentation.

14. Scholarships, Sponsorships & Educational Support

Dreamleap administers educational programmes based on its charitable objectives and available resources.

Submission of an application does not guarantee:

• admission;
• sponsorship;
• scholarship;
• financial assistance;
• mentorship; or
• continued participation in any programme.

Programme eligibility may depend on factors such as:

• financial need;
• academic performance;
• programme capacity;
• documentation provided;
• interviews or assessments; and
• other criteria determined by Dreamleap.

Dreamleap reserves the right to modify programme criteria or discontinue programmes where necessary.

15. Student Participation

Students participating in Dreamleap programmes are expected to:

• provide accurate information;
• attend scheduled activities where applicable;
• treat fellow participants respectfully;
• comply with programme guidelines;
• behave responsibly during online and offline activities.

Dreamleap may suspend or discontinue participation where programme rules are repeatedly violated or where continued participation is not appropriate.

16. Parents & Guardians

Where programmes involve children under the age of 18 years:

• parents or legal guardians may be required to provide consent;
• Dreamleap may communicate directly with parents regarding programme administration;
• parents should promptly notify Dreamleap of changes affecting the student's participation.

Additional requirements are described in our Student & Parent Consent Policy.

17. Volunteers & Mentors

Volunteers and mentors play an important role in Dreamleap's mission.

Participation as a volunteer or mentor:

• is generally voluntary;
• does not create an employment relationship unless separately agreed in writing;
• may be subject to screening, interviews, identity verification, or reference checks;
• may require compliance with additional policies.

Volunteers and mentors must comply with:

• Volunteer Terms & Code of Conduct;
• Child Safeguarding & Protection Policy;
• Privacy Policy; and
• any programme-specific guidance.

Dreamleap reserves the right to suspend or terminate volunteer or mentor participation where appropriate.

18. Events & Workshops

Dreamleap may organise educational events, workshops, seminars, awareness campaigns, or community programmes.

Programme details, schedules, speakers, venues, and participation requirements may change due to operational or unforeseen circumstances.

Dreamleap reserves the right to postpone, modify, or cancel events where reasonably necessary.

19. Intellectual Property

All intellectual property associated with Dreamleap remains the property of Dreamleap Initiative Foundation or its licensors unless otherwise stated.

This includes:

• logos;
• branding;
• website design;
• educational materials;
• scholarship content;
• reports;
• presentations;
• videos;
• photographs;
• blogs;
• articles;
• graphics;
• software;
• downloadable resources; and
• future digital products.

Nothing in these Terms transfers ownership of Dreamleap's intellectual property.

Use of our content is governed by our Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy.

20. User-Submitted Content

Where you submit:

• testimonials;
• comments;
• feedback;
• photographs;
• videos;
• articles;
• applications;
• documents; or
• other content,

you confirm that:

• you have the necessary rights to submit the content;
• the content does not infringe the rights of others;
• the information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge.

Subject to applicable law and any required consent, you grant Dreamleap a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use such content for programme administration, reporting, educational purposes, awareness campaigns, fundraising, and other legitimate charitable purposes.

21. AI-Powered Services & Chatbots

Dreamleap may introduce AI-powered tools, virtual assistants, or chatbots to improve accessibility and provide information.

These services are intended to:

• answer general enquiries;
• assist with navigation;
• provide programme information;
• guide users through forms;
• improve user experience.

Users acknowledge that:

• automated responses may not always be complete or accurate;
• chatbot responses should not be treated as legal, financial, medical, or professional advice;
• final decisions regarding scholarships, sponsorships, volunteering, or programme participation will involve appropriate human review.

Dreamleap reserves the right to improve, suspend, or discontinue AI-powered services at any time.

22. Third-Party Services

Our website may integrate or rely on trusted third-party services including, but not limited to:

• payment processors;
• website hosting providers;
• cloud infrastructure providers;
• analytics providers;
• communication platforms;
• email delivery services;
• mapping services;
• social media platforms; and
• event registration platforms.

Dreamleap is not responsible for:

• the availability of third-party services;
• their content;
• their privacy practices;
• their security measures; or
• any losses arising from their independent operations.

Use of third-party services may also be governed by the terms and privacy policies of those providers.

23. Privacy & Personal Data

Your use of Dreamleap's website and services is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

By providing personal information, you acknowledge that Dreamleap may collect, use, store, and process your information in accordance with the Privacy Policy and applicable law.

Where required by law, Dreamleap will obtain your consent before processing personal information for specific purposes.

24. Security

While Dreamleap implements reasonable measures to protect its website and systems, users are responsible for:

• protecting their own devices;
• maintaining the confidentiality of account credentials;
• ensuring the accuracy of submitted information; and
• promptly notifying Dreamleap of any suspected unauthorised activity relating to their account or interactions.

Users should not attempt to compromise the security of Dreamleap's systems or those of its service providers.

25. Website Disclaimer

The information made available on the Dreamleap Initiative Foundation website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.

While we make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published is accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that:

• all information is complete;
• all information remains current;
• the website will always be available;
• the website will be free from errors or interruptions; or
• all content will be suitable for every user's circumstances.

Nothing on this website constitutes legal, financial, tax, medical, educational, career, or professional advice.

Users should obtain appropriate professional advice before relying upon any information published on the website.

26. No Guarantee of Programmes or Services

Dreamleap continually develops and improves its charitable programmes.

Accordingly, we do not guarantee that:

• every programme will continue indefinitely;
• scholarships or sponsorships will always be available;
• every applicant will receive financial assistance;
• every volunteer application will be accepted;
• mentorship opportunities will always be available;
• future digital services will be launched.

Dreamleap reserves the right to introduce, modify, suspend, or discontinue any programme, service, website feature, or digital platform at its discretion.

27. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Dreamleap Initiative Foundation, its trustees, employees, volunteers, consultants, mentors, representatives, and partners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to:

• use of or inability to use the website;
• reliance on website content;
• programme participation;
• technical failures;
• service interruptions;
• cyber incidents;
• unauthorised access by third parties;
• actions of independent third-party service providers;
• delays in communications; or
• circumstances beyond Dreamleap's reasonable control.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where such exclusion is prohibited by applicable law.

28. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dreamleap Initiative Foundation, its trustees, employees, volunteers, mentors, representatives, and authorised service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal expenses) arising from:

• your breach of these Terms;
• misuse of the website;
• unlawful conduct;
• infringement of the rights of another person; or
• submission of false, misleading, or unauthorised information.

29. Suspension or Termination

Dreamleap reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to its website, digital platforms, programmes, or services where it reasonably believes that a user has:

• violated these Terms;
• engaged in fraudulent or unlawful activity;
• compromised website security;
• misused Dreamleap resources;
• endangered programme participants;
• provided false information; or
• otherwise acted in a manner inconsistent with Dreamleap's mission or applicable law.

Termination of access does not affect any rights or obligations that arose before the termination.

30. Force Majeure

Dreamleap shall not be responsible for delays or failures in performing its obligations where such delays or failures result from events beyond its reasonable control.

Examples include:

• natural disasters;
• floods;
• earthquakes;
• fires;
• pandemics;
• epidemics;
• war;
• civil unrest;
• acts of terrorism;
• government actions;
• internet outages;
• power failures;
• cyberattacks;
• labour disputes; or
• failures of third-party infrastructure.

Where practicable, Dreamleap will make reasonable efforts to restore affected services as soon as possible.

31. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be interpreted or modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

If modification is not possible, the affected provision shall be deemed severed without affecting the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions.

32. Waiver

Failure by Dreamleap to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other rights available to Dreamleap.

Any waiver shall be effective only if made expressly in writing by an authorised representative of Dreamleap.

33. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our:

• Privacy Policy;
• Cookie Policy;
• Refund & Cancellation Policy;
• Volunteer Terms & Code of Conduct;
• Child Safeguarding & Protection Policy;
• Student & Parent Consent Policy;
• Website Disclaimer;
• Copyright & Intellectual Property Policy; and
• Grievance Redressal Policy,

constitute the entire agreement between you and Dreamleap regarding your use of the website and related services.

Programme-specific terms may apply where expressly communicated.

34. Changes to these Terms

Dreamleap may update these Terms from time to time to reflect:

• changes in applicable law;
• organisational developments;
• new programmes;
• new technologies;
• website improvements; or
• operational requirements.

The revised Terms will be published on the website together with the updated "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of the website or Dreamleap services after publication of revised Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.

35. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms, the website, or Dreamleap's services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts located in Delhi, India.

36. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Dreamleap Initiative Foundation
Registered Non-Profit Organization
12AB & 80G Registered
URN: AALCD7544GE20251

Registered Office

19, First Floor, Block-D, CC Colony
Malka Ganj
Delhi – 110007
India

Email: info@dreamleapfoundation.org
Phone: +91 8920943490
Website: https://dreamleapfoundation.org

37. Acknowledgement

By accessing or using the Dreamleap Initiative Foundation website or participating in any Dreamleap programme, event, volunteer activity, mentorship initiative, scholarship process, donation facility, or digital service, you acknowledge that:

• You have read and understood these Terms & Conditions.
• You agree to comply with these Terms.
• You agree to comply with all applicable Dreamleap policies.
• You understand that certain programmes may have additional eligibility criteria or programme-specific conditions.
• You understand that Dreamleap may revise these Terms from time to time.

Where you act on behalf of another individual or organisation, you confirm that you have the necessary authority to do so.