Legal

Terms of Use

Last updated: June 20, 2026

Welcome to Shining Light Sanctuary, a Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 81-2295884). By using this website you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Use of the site

You agree to use the site lawfully and respectfully. Do not attempt to disrupt the site, access areas not intended for public use, or misuse any contact, event, or donation features.

Donations

Donations made through this site are processed by a third-party payment provider. Donations to Shining Light Sanctuary are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Because we are a charitable organization, donations are generally non-refundable. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us within 30 days and we will work with you in good faith.

Programs & events

Information about our programs, events, and seasonal camps is provided for general guidance. Eligibility, schedules, and participation rules may change. Working with animals carries inherent risks; on-site participants will receive and must follow safety guidance from our staff.

Content & trademarks

All text, photography, logos, and other content on this site are owned by Shining Light Sanctuary or used with permission. You may share links and short quotations with attribution, but you may not reuse our photography, logo, or substantial content without written permission.

Third-party links

Our site may link to third-party websites (such as our payment processor or transparency profile). We are not responsible for the content or practices of those sites.

Disclaimer

This site and our programs are provided on an "as is" basis. Our programs offer supportive, animal-assisted activities and life-skills experiences. They are not medical, psychiatric, or therapeutic treatment and are not a substitute for professional care.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, Shining Light Sanctuary and its volunteers, staff, and board members are not liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.

Changes

We may update these terms occasionally. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms? Reach out. Shining Light Sanctuary · Peaster, Texas (DFW).