Terms and Conditions

Organization: Empowerment Ministries International (EMI)
Mailing Address: PO Box 22543, Bakersfield, CA 93390, USA
Website: www.empowermentministries.org
Effective Date: November 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms
By using this website, subscribing to updates, donating, or communicating with Empowerment Ministries International (“EMI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this site or its related services.

2. Ministry Purpose
Empowerment Ministries International operates as a Christian nonprofit organization providing outreach, development, and discipleship initiatives. All resources, donations, and communications are intended solely for the purpose of advancing EMI’s ministry and mission.

3. Use of Content
All text, graphics, photos, videos, and materials on this site are owned or licensed by EMI. You may not copy, distribute, or reuse any material for commercial purposes without prior written consent.

4. Donations and Payments
All donations made through this website are voluntary and non-refundable unless a specific refund request is reviewed and approved by EMI. Payment information collected during transactions is processed through secure third-party providers (e.g., PayPal or Stripe). EMI does not store full credit card details.

5. Communication Policy
By providing your contact information, you consent to receive ministry-related communications by email, mail, or text message (SMS). You may opt out of any channel at any time using the instructions provided in our communications or by contacting us directly.

6. SMS Messaging Terms
a. Opt-In — By providing your mobile number during a donation, signup, or event registration, you consent to receive SMS messages from EMI regarding ministry updates, encouragements, event reminders, and donation opportunities.

b. Message Frequency — The number of messages varies based on engagement, but typically ranges between 2–4 per month.

c. Opt-Out — You can stop receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message we send. After you send STOP, you’ll receive one final confirmation message confirming your unsubscribe request.

d. Help — For assistance, reply HELP to any message or contact us at contact@empowermentministries.org or (661) 344-5506.

e. Carrier Disclaimer — Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier. EMI and its service providers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages.

f. Privacy — Your information will never be sold or shared with third parties. SMS communications are covered under EMI’s Privacy Policy