Last Updated: October 20, 2026
Welcome to the Ohio CASA/GAL Association website, ohiocasa.org (“Website”). These Terms and Conditions explain the rules for using our Website and its online services. By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.
1. About Ohio CASA
The Ohio CASA/GAL Association (“Ohio CASA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) supports Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and guardian ad litem programs throughout Ohio. Our Website provides information about our organization, volunteer opportunities, training, events, resources, and ways to support our mission.
2. Acceptable Use
You agree to use this Website lawfully and responsibly. You may not:
- Use the Website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or unauthorized purpose.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its servers, or user accounts.
- Interfere with the Website’s security, functionality, or availability.
- Submit false, misleading, or unauthorized information through our forms.
- Upload malicious software or content intended to harm the Website or its users.
We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access to the Website when we reasonably believe these terms have been violated.
3. Website Content and Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise indicated, the content on this Website, including text, graphics, photographs, logos, videos, downloadable materials, and other resources is owned by Ohio CASA or used with permission and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
You may access, print, or share Website content for personal, educational or nonprofit purposes when appropriate credit is provided, and the content is not altered or misrepresented. Commercial use, substantial reproduction, distribution, or modification of our content requires prior written permission unless otherwise permitted by law.
Ohio CASA’s name, logo and other branding elements may not be used in a way that suggests endorsement, affiliation, or authorization without our permission.
Some materials may belong to third parties and may be subject to separate terms or restrictions.
4. Donations and Payments
Donations made through our Website are processed using third-party payment services, including Stripe. By making a donation, you agree to provide accurate information and authorize the applicable payment to be processed.
Ohio CASA welcomes questions about donations, including requests for refunds and assistance with stopping recurring donations. Donors may contact Ohio CASA at any time to discuss a donation or request that recurring donations be stopped. Requests will be handled individually.
Ohio CASA does not directly collect or store full payment card details through its WordPress website. Payment processing is subject to the applicable provider’s terms and privacy practices.
5. Event Registrations and Online Training
Certain Website features allow users to register for events, access online courses, or create accounts. You agree to provide accurate information and keep your account credentials secure.
Conference registration cancellations and refund requests must be directed to Ohio CASA. Please contact us for assistance with canceling a registration or requesting a refund. Any applicable registration fees, cancellation arrangements, or other event-specific terms will be communicated through the relevant registration process.
Access to courses, training materials, and other restricted resources may be subject to additional instructions, registration requirements, or program-specific policies. You may not share login credentials, redistribute restricted materials, or use another person’s account without authorization.
Ohio CASA reserves the right to modify event information, update training content, modify schedules, or cancel an event or course when necessary.
6. Information and Resources
Ohio CASA makes reasonable efforts to keep Website information accurate and current. However, information is provided for general educational and informational purposes and may not always reflect the most recent developments.
Website content is not a substitute for legal advice, professional guidance or official court procedures. Accessing this website, contacting our program, or participating in trainings, events or other activities listed on this website does not, by itself, establish an attorney-client relationship, create a professional or formal affiliation with our program or Ohio CASA, or imply endorsement by any other organization. Any such relationships or affiliations must be established separately, where applicable.
Nothing on this Website guarantees volunteer placement, program participation, training completion, or any particular outcome in a legal or child welfare matter.
7. Third-Party Websites and Services
Our Website may link to external websites, including local CASA programs, social media platforms, news organizations, and service providers. These websites are operated independently of Ohio CASA, and we are not responsible for their content, availability, policies or practices.
Your use of third-party websites and services is subject to their own terms and conditions and privacy policies.
8. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
This Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the extent permitted by law, Ohio CASA disclaims warranties regarding the Website’s accuracy, availability, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose.
To the extent permitted by law, Ohio CASA will not be liable for damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Website, including damages related to errors, interruptions, technical issues or third-party websites. Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited.
9. Changes to These Terms
Ohio CASA may update these Terms and Conditions as our Website, services or practices change. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms, to the extent permitted by law.
10. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, except where applicable law requires otherwise.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Ohio CASA/GAL Association
150 E. Mound St., Suite 210
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 224-2272
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ohiocasa.org/