Terms of Use

Effective Date: January 12, 2026
Last Updated: January 12, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website of BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters, located at www.wearebite.org (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

Use of the Website

You may use the Site for lawful purposes only and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems

  • Interfere with or disrupt the operation or security of the Site

  • Use the Site to transmit harmful or malicious code

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the Site at our discretion.

Intellectual Property and Use of Materials

All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and downloadable materials such as original reports, toolkits, and case studies (collectively, “Materials”), is owned by or licensed to BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

We encourage the sharing of our work to advance our mission. You may download and use our Materials for personal, educational, or non-commercial purposes, provided that:

  • The Materials are not modified in a way that misrepresents their original meaning or intent

  • The Materials are not sold or used for commercial purposes

  • Proper credit is given to BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters in any public use, reproduction, or distribution

Unless otherwise specified, attribution should include:

  • “[Title of Material]”

  • “BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters”

  • A link to our website (www.wearebite.org) or the original source, where feasible

Any other use, including commercial use or substantial modification, requires our prior written permission.

Donations

BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters is a nonprofit organization. Donations made through the Site are voluntary and are processed through Give Lively, which uses Stripe as its payment processor.

By making a donation, you acknowledge that:

  • All donations are final and non-refundable, except as required by law

  • You are authorized to use the payment method provided

  • Donation receipts are provided for tax purposes when applicable

Questions about donations should be directed to us using the contact information below.

Events and Webinars

We may offer events or webinars that require registration, including those hosted through Zoom or other third-party platforms. By registering for an event, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information

  • Comply with any event-specific guidelines or codes of conduct

We reserve the right to modify, cancel, or reschedule events at our discretion.

Third-Party Services and Links

The Site may include links to third-party websites or services, including Squarespace, Give Lively, Stripe, Zoom, partner organizations’ websites, etc. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites.

Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the Site or its content.

Your use of the Site is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters shall not be liable for any damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, the Site, including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters and its directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or misuse of the Site.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with federal laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Use or requests for permission to use our Materials, please contact us at:

Email: info@wearebite.org
Mailing Address: BITE: Building Impact Through Eaters, 2030 Maple Ave, Evanston, Illinois 60201