Terms of use

Please read these terms carefully before using our website.

Agreement to terms

By accessing or using the Obeng Scholarship Foundation website ("Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

About us

The Obeng Scholarship Foundation is a charitable organisation dedicated to providing scholarships, mentoring, and educational support to talented students with financial need. These terms govern your use of our website and related services.

Use of the website

You may use our Site for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

  • Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its systems
  • Transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Site's operation or servers
  • Collect or harvest any information from the Site without authorisation
  • Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
  • Use the Site to send unsolicited communications or spam

Scholarship applications

By submitting a scholarship application, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • All information provided is accurate, complete, and truthful
  • Submitting an application does not guarantee a scholarship award
  • The Foundation reserves sole discretion in selecting scholarship recipients
  • You consent to verification of your information with educational institutions, references, and local partners
  • False or misleading information may result in disqualification or revocation of any award
  • Selection decisions are final and not subject to appeal except as specified in our procedures

Donations

When making a donation to the Foundation:

  • All donations are voluntary and made at your own discretion
  • Donations are used to support our charitable mission, including scholarships, operational costs, and programme development
  • We cannot guarantee that donations will be used for specific individuals unless made through designated sponsorship programmes
  • Refunds are generally not provided for completed donations, except in cases of processing errors
  • Tax deductibility of donations depends on your jurisdiction and personal circumstances; please consult a tax advisor

Intellectual property

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of the Obeng Scholarship Foundation or its content suppliers and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written consent.

You may download and print content for personal, non-commercial use only, provided you retain all copyright and proprietary notices.

User submissions

Any information you submit through the Site, including application forms and contact enquiries, becomes the property of the Foundation for the purposes stated in our Privacy Policy. You represent that you have the right to submit such information and that it does not infringe on any third party's rights.

Disclaimer of warranties

The Site and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not warrant that:

  • The Site will be available at all times or free from errors
  • Information on the Site is complete, accurate, or current
  • The Site is free from viruses or other harmful components
  • Any particular outcome will result from using the Site or applying for scholarships

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Obeng Scholarship Foundation, its directors, officers, employees, and volunteers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Our total liability for any claim arising from or related to the Site shall not exceed the amount you paid to us, if any, in the twelve months preceding the claim.

Third-party links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. You access third-party sites at your own risk.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Obeng Scholarship Foundation, its directors, officers, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these terms, or infringement of any third party's rights.

Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to our privacy practices.

Governing law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

Entire agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Obeng Scholarship Foundation regarding your use of the Site and supersede any prior agreements or communications.

Contact us

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Last updated: January 2026