Terms & Conditions

Mayekoo Terms of Use

Effective Date: October 20, 2025

Preamble / Mission Statement

Project Andiamo Foundation d/b/a Mayekoo, is a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing sustainable development across Africa. Our mission is to connect donors, institutions, and communities to accelerate progress in education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability in Africa. Through knowledge sharing, oversight, digital technology and transparent partnerships, we mobilize resources for vetted nonprofit organizations (“Partner Organizations”) and community projects that directly reduce poverty and expand opportunity across the continent.

We believe in dignity, accountability, and collective action. By using our website, mobile applications, or related digital platforms (collectively, the “Platform”), you become part of this shared commitment to fund Africa differently.

1. Acceptance of These Terms

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) constitute a binding legal agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and Project Andiamo Foundation d/b/a Mayekoo, governing access to and use of all digital platforms, websites, mobile applications, fundraising tools, donation pages, APIs, and services operated or controlled by Mayekoo (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using any part of the Services, including by creating an account, donating, recommending a regrant, or otherwise interacting with Mayekoo, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Acceptable Use Policy (collectively, the “Policies”). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use the Services.

Mayekoo reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or Platform notice within 30 days of it taking effect. Your continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Structure of the Platform and Legal Relationship

Charitable Status. Project Andiamo Foundation is a U.S. nonprofit public charity recognized under Internal Revenue Code § 501(c)(3). Contributions to the Foundation may be tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Facilitating Entity. Mayekoo operates as a charitable fundraising platform and intermediary. Donations to charitable campaigns are received by Mayekoo and regranted to eligible Partner Organizations in accordance with these Terms.
No Agency or Trust. Your use of the Services does not create a fiduciary, agency, trust, escrow, or broker relationship between you and Mayekoo or between Mayekoo and any Partner Organization.
Discretion to Regrant. To comply with U.S. tax law, Mayekoo retains exclusive legal control over all funds donated to it. Regrants are made to recommended charities or projects that remain eligible and in good standing at the time of disbursement.

3. Eligibility and User Capacity

By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you:

are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, if higher);
have the full legal capacity and authority to enter into and comply with these Terms;
are not a resident of a country or territory subject to U.S. economic sanctions or export restrictions; and
have not been previously suspended or removed from the Services for violations of our Terms or Policies.

Mayekoo may refuse access or terminate accounts at its discretion for risk management, legal, or ethical reasons.

4. User Accounts and Security

Account Creation. Certain features require you to create a User Account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to maintain it as such.
Confidentiality. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. Notify us immediately at hello@mayekoo.com of any unauthorized use.
Data Accuracy. Failure to provide accurate information may result in account suspension, refund delays, or reporting to authorities for fraud prevention.
Termination. You may close your account at any time by contacting hello@mayekoo.com

5. Nature of Services

A. Overview

Mayekoo is a digital platform that facilitates charitable giving and community impact by:

publishing fundraising campaigns initiated by eligible Partner Organizations;
accepting donations from individuals and entities globally; and
regranting those donations to verified organizations and projects advancing our mission.

B. Partner Organizations

Partner Organizations must be recognized nonprofit entities in good standing with their domestic authorities (e.g., 501(c)(3) in the U.S. or local equivalents in African jurisdictions). Mayekoo reserves the right to screen organizations and suspend disbursements if eligibility is questioned.

C. Due Diligence and Transparency

Mayekoo conducts reasonable due diligence to verify legal status, programmatic integrity, and compliance of Partner Organizations. However, Mayekoo does not guarantee the accuracy of project statements or outcomes and disclaims any liability for misrepresentations by third parties.

D. Charitable Structure and Control

All donations to Mayekoo constitute irrevocable charitable gifts to the Foundation. Under IRS rules, Mayekoo maintains ultimate discretion and control over fund allocation and timing of regrants, consistent with donor recommendations and our charitable mission.

E. No Commercial Transactions

The Platform does not facilitate commercial sales, loans, or investments. Any appearance of “sponsorship,” “reward,” or “recognition benefit” is non-commercial, nominal in value, and purely expressive of appreciation for donor support.

6. Donations, Regrants, and Tax Matters

A. Making a Donation

All charitable donations are processed via third-party payment providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Paystack, and others as applicable). Each provider has its own terms of service and fees.
Once you complete a donation, it constitutes a final charitable gift to Mayekoo. Refunds are not available except in cases of transaction error or fraud.
You authorize Mayekoo to receive, pool, and regrant donations to recommended charities or projects in its sole discretion, subject to U.S. and international compliance laws.

B. Timing of Regrants

Regrants to Partner Organizations generally occur within 15–30 days following the end of the calendar month in which the donation was received.
For aggregate amounts below USD $25 per organization, disbursement may be deferred until the threshold is met to minimize bank fees.
Cross-border transfers may require additional time due to currency controls or international partner processing.

C. Alternate Recipients

If a recommended organization is ineligible for regrant (e.g., revoked tax status, closure, or inaccessible account), Mayekoo may redirect the donation to an alternate charity with a similar mission and geographic scope. This ensures compliance and continuity of charitable purpose.

D. Donor Receipts and Tax Deductibility

Acknowledgment Receipts. Donors receive an IRS-compliant receipt for each donation to Mayekoo. The receipt reflects the date and amount of the gift and confirms that no goods or services were provided in exchange.
Deductibility. Tax deductibility depends on the donor’s country of residence and tax status. U.S. donors may claim deductions as allowed under Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code. Donors outside the U.S. should consult local tax advisors.
Non-Deductible Gifts. Payments for raffles, auctions, merchandise, or events are not deductible unless explicitly stated as such and the fair-market value of benefits received is disclosed.

E. Donor Recognition and Public Listing

By default, Mayekoo may list the name and donation amount of donors on campaign pages or reports to encourage transparency. Donors may choose anonymity at checkout or by emailing hello@mayekoo.com

F. Restricted and Unrestricted Donations

Unrestricted Gifts. Unless otherwise designated, donations are unrestricted and may be used for any charitable purpose consistent with Mayekoo’s mission.
Designated or Restricted Gifts. Where a donor indicates a preference for a specific project, Mayekoo will honor that preference as closely as possible while retaining discretion to reallocate funds to similar purposes if circumstances change. Such designations are non-binding recommendations under IRS law.

G. Refunds and Transaction Errors

Refunds may be issued solely at Mayekoo’s discretion in cases of duplicate transactions, fraudulent activity, or operational error. All requests must be submitted within 30 days of the donation via hello@mayekoo.com

H. Receipts for In-Kind or Cryptocurrency Gifts

For non-cash gifts (e.g., equipment, securities, cryptocurrency), Mayekoo issues acknowledgments describing the property but not its value. Donors are responsible for appraisals and compliance with IRS Form 8283 or equivalent requirements.

7. Fees, Costs, and Operational Sustainability

Transparency of Fees. Mayekoo is committed to operational transparency. Standard fees may include:

payment-processor charges;
platform operations, compliance, and security costs;
international disbursement expenses (bank, FX, or correspondent fees).
Details are published in our Disclosures.

Net Regranting. Unless donors elect to “cover fees,” all such costs are deducted before regranting. Fee structures are reviewed annually and adjusted for market conditions.
Optional Tips or Support. Donors may voluntarily add a tip or contribution to support Mayekoo’s mission. Tips are unrestricted gifts to Mayekoo and are non-refundable.
Corporate or Foundation Support. Corporate partners may underwrite certain transaction or compliance costs. Such arrangements do not confer influence over regranting decisions.

8. Acceptable Use and Prohibited Activities

You agree not to use the Services to:

violate any law, regulation, or third-party right;
transmit or post defamatory, obscene, hateful, or misleading content;
solicit personal or commercial payments outside the Platform;
engage in money-laundering, sanctions evasion, or terrorist financing;
upload malicious code or attempt to compromise security controls;
impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation;
interfere with, reverse-engineer, or scrape the Services;
conduct political campaign fundraising, lobbying, or personal financing.

Violations may result in account suspension, forfeiture of funds, legal action, or permanent ban.

9. Partner Organization Conduct and Responsibilities

Use of Regrants. Partner Organizations agree to use funds exclusively for stated charitable purposes and to provide documentation upon request.
Reporting. Mayekoo may require outcome summaries, receipts, or impact reports. Failure to comply can delay or bar future regrants.
Prohibited Practices. Partners may not offer goods, services, or incentives in exchange for donations; use funds for personal gain; or engage in activities contrary to Mayekoo’s mission or U.S./local law.
Audit Rights. Mayekoo reserves the right to audit or request independent verification of fund use.

10. Intellectual-Property Rights

Ownership. All content, software, designs, trademarks, and related intellectual property on the Services (“Mayekoo IP”) are owned or licensed by Mayekoo.
Limited License. Mayekoo grants you a personal, non-exclusive, revocable, non-transferable license to use the Services solely for lawful charitable purposes.
Restrictions. You may not copy, modify, distribute, perform, or create derivative works from the Services; use automated scraping tools; or employ the Mayekoo IP in advertising without written consent.
User Content. By posting or submitting materials (stories, photos, testimonials), you grant Mayekoo a worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, display, and publish such content for charitable-awareness and promotional purposes.

11. Data Privacy, Security, and Cookies

Privacy Policy. Personal data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice, which explains categories of data collected, purposes, retention, and your rights.
Security Measures. Mayekoo uses encryption, secure hosting, and limited-access protocols but cannot guarantee absolute security.
Cross-Border Data Transfers. Data may be transferred and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions with adequate safeguards.
Cookies and Analytics. We use cookies and analytics tools to improve performance; by using the Services, you consent to such technologies consistent with our Cookie Policy.

12. Transparency, Impact Verification, and Communications

Impact Updates. Mayekoo may send impact reports, success stories, or program metrics to demonstrate transparency.
Public Disclosures. Aggregate or anonymized data may be used in annual reports and filings (e.g., IRS Form 990).
Opt-Outs. You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time, though service or legal notices will continue.
Feedback License. Suggestions you provide become Mayekoo property without compensation or obligation.

13. Disclaimers of Warranties

“As-Is.” The Services are provided “as is” and “as available.” Mayekoo disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, accuracy, or uninterrupted operation.
Third-Party Content. Mayekoo is not responsible for information posted by Partner Organizations or third-party links.
No Guarantee of Outcomes. While Mayekoo monitors its Partners, it does not guarantee that charitable goals or outcomes will be achieved.
Jurisdictional Variance. Some jurisdictions may not allow certain disclaimers; those limitations apply only where prohibited by law.

14. Limitation of Liability

Extent of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mayekoo shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages, or for loss of profits, revenue, goodwill, or data.
Cap on Liability. In any twelve-month period, Mayekoo’s aggregate liability shall not exceed the greater of (i) USD $100 or (ii) the total amount you donated through the Services in that period giving rise to the claim.
No Liability for Third-Party Failures. Mayekoo is not responsible for actions or omissions of payment processors, banks, or Partner Organizations.
Acknowledgment. You acknowledge that this limitation is a fundamental allocation of risk forming part of the bargain between you and Mayekoo.

15. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Mayekoo, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from any third-party claim, loss, or expense (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:

your use of or access to the Services;
violation of these Terms or applicable law;
your User Content; or
any misrepresentation connected to a donation or interaction with a Partner Organization.

Mayekoo reserves the right to assume exclusive defense of any matter subject to indemnification at your expense.

16. Force Majeure

Mayekoo will not be liable for delay or failure to perform resulting from events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, pandemics, labor disputes, war, terrorism, internet or power outages, or government actions. Performance will resume as soon as reasonably possible after the event ceases.

17. Governing Law, Dispute Resolution, and Arbitration

Governing Law. These Terms are governed by U.S. federal law and the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflicts-of-law principles.
Arbitration Agreement. Except for claims properly brought in small-claims court or for injunctive relief concerning intellectual property or platform security, all disputes shall be resolved by binding arbitration under the American Arbitration Association (AAA) Consumer or Commercial Rules, as appropriate.
Seat and Language. Arbitration will occur in Los Angeles County, California, in English, before one neutral arbitrator.
Class Action Waiver. All proceedings must be conducted on an individual basis; no class, consolidated, or representative actions are permitted.
Injunctive Relief. Either party may seek temporary or preliminary injunctive relief in state or federal court in Los Angeles County to protect confidential information or intellectual property.
Costs. Each party bears its own legal fees unless otherwise required by statute.
Judgment on Award. The arbitrator’s award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction and is final and binding.

18. Notices and Communications

Legal notices must be sent to:

Project Andiamo Foundation d/b/a Mayekoo
11301 W. Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064 USA
Email: hello@mayekoo.com

Electronic communications satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

19. Termination and Suspension

Mayekoo may suspend or terminate access immediately if:

you violate these Terms;
required by law or governmental order; or
needed to protect donors, Partners, or the integrity of the Platform.

Upon termination, your right to use the Services ceases immediately, but Sections concerning ownership, disclaimers, liability limits, indemnity, arbitration, and governing law survive.

20. Assignment, Severability, and No Waiver

Assignment. You may not assign rights or obligations under these Terms without Mayekoo’s prior written consent. Mayekoo may assign these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, or reorganization.
Severability. If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remainder shall remain in full force.
No Waiver. Failure to enforce a provision is not a waiver of future enforcement.

21. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Notice, Cookie Policy, and Disclosures, constitute the entire agreement between you and Mayekoo and supersede any prior understandings regarding the Services.

22. Survival of Provisions

Sections 10 (Intellectual Property), 11 (Privacy), 13 (Disclaimers), 14 (Limitation of Liability), 15 (Indemnification), 17 (Arbitration), 19 (Termination Effects), and 22 (this section) survive termination of your relationship with Mayekoo.

23. Contact Information

Questions or comments regarding these Terms may be directed to hello@mayekoo.com. We strive to acknowledge all inquiries within ten (10) business days.

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