SMS/MMS Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: May 2026

These SMS/MMS Terms & Conditions apply to text message communications from Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary (“Always & Furever,” “A&F,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive SMS/MMS messages from Always & Furever, you agree to receive text messages related to animal care, rescue coordination, foster support, adoption communication, volunteer coordination, appointment scheduling, event updates, donation-related communication, and other operational updates.

Program Description

Always & Furever uses SMS/MMS messaging to communicate with fosters, adopters, volunteers, donors, veterinary staff, rescue partners, and community members.

Messages may include:

  • Animal care updates
  • Medical team communication
  • Photos, videos, documents, or treatment-related information
  • Foster and adoption coordination
  • Appointment reminders
  • Transport or intake coordination
  • Volunteer communication
  • Event updates
  • Donation-related communication
  • Urgent animal welfare or rescue updates
  • Links to forms, resources, or follow-up instructions

Opt-In Consent

You may opt in to receive SMS/MMS messages from Always & Furever by completing a website form, foster application, volunteer application, adoption application, medical intake form, rescue intake form, event registration, donation form, or by directly requesting communication from our team.

By opting in, you confirm that you are the account holder or authorized user of the mobile number provided and that you consent to receive SMS/MMS messages from Always & Furever.

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies based on your relationship with Always & Furever and the nature of the communication. For example, fosters or volunteers involved in active animal care may receive more frequent messages than general supporters.

Message and Data Rates

Message and data rates may apply to SMS/MMS messages sent or received. Please contact your mobile carrier for details about your messaging plan.

Opt-Out Instructions

You may opt out of SMS/MMS messaging at any time by replying STOP to any text message from Always & Furever.

After replying STOP, you may receive one final confirmation message confirming that you have been unsubscribed. After that, you will no longer receive SMS/MMS messages from us unless you opt in again.

Help Instructions

For assistance, reply HELP to any message from Always & Furever or contact us through our website.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your information, please review our Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy

Supported Carriers

SMS/MMS message delivery is subject to your mobile carrier’s network availability and is not guaranteed. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or have permission from a parent or legal guardian to opt in to SMS/MMS communications from Always & Furever.

Changes to These Terms

Always & Furever may update these SMS/MMS Terms & Conditions from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these SMS/MMS Terms & Conditions or need assistance, please contact us through our website.

Always & Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary
Website: https://alwaysandfurever.org