Terms of Use

Terms of Use

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Welcome to the Coastal Power Initiative website. By using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use.

About Coastal Power Initiative

Coastal Power Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports individuals living with ALS in Texas through backup power solutions, emergency preparedness assistance, education, and related services.

Most organizations recognized under section 501(c)(3) are eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions, subject to applicable federal tax rules and individual circumstances. 

Informational Purposes

Information provided on this website is intended for general educational and informational purposes.

Coastal Power Initiative does not provide medical care, medical diagnosis, medical treatment, electrical services, emergency response services, or professional medical or electrical advice.

Information on this website should not be used as a substitute for advice from a physician, respiratory therapist, durable medical equipment provider, licensed electrician, equipment manufacturer, emergency management authority, or other qualified professional when appropriate.

Emergencies

Coastal Power Initiative is not an emergency response service.

If you are experiencing an immediate medical or life-threatening emergency, contact the appropriate emergency services.

Do not rely on this website, an online form, email, or communication with Coastal Power Initiative for immediate emergency assistance.

Backup Power and Equipment Safety

Backup power needs vary significantly depending on the equipment being used, battery condition, household electrical systems, environmental conditions, equipment settings, power consumption, and other factors.

Any estimates, educational materials, recommendations, or planning resources provided by Coastal Power Initiative are intended to assist with preparedness and should not be interpreted as guarantees regarding equipment runtime, compatibility, performance, or safety.

Users are responsible for following manufacturer instructions and applicable safety requirements for generators, batteries, portable power stations, solar panels, electrical equipment, and medical devices.

Medical or life-support equipment should be operated according to the instructions and guidance provided by the equipment manufacturer and appropriate healthcare professionals.

Requests for Assistance

Submitting a Request Assistance form does not guarantee that Coastal Power Initiative will be able to provide equipment, funding, services, or other assistance.

Assistance may depend on factors including program eligibility, available resources, geographic service area, equipment needs, available funding, safety considerations, and organizational capacity.

Coastal Power Initiative may request additional information when necessary to evaluate a request.

Third-Party Products and Services

Coastal Power Initiative may provide, recommend, purchase, coordinate, or provide information about equipment or services manufactured or supplied by third parties.

References to particular manufacturers, products, organizations, websites, or service providers do not constitute a guarantee of their products, services, availability, or performance.

Third-party products and services remain subject to the warranties, instructions, terms, and policies of their respective providers.

Donations

Donations support the charitable mission and programs of Coastal Power Initiative.

Coastal Power Initiative is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donors should consult their own tax adviser regarding the deductibility of a particular contribution. The IRS notes that charitable deductions depend on applicable requirements and the donor’s individual circumstances. 

Unless otherwise stated, donations do not create an entitlement to services or assistance.

Website Content

Unless otherwise indicated, the text, graphics, logos, educational materials, photographs, and other original content appearing on this website are owned by or licensed to Coastal Power Initiative.

You may view, print, or share reasonable portions of the website for personal, educational, or noncommercial purposes, provided that Coastal Power Initiative is appropriately credited and the content is not materially altered or presented in a misleading manner.

You may not reproduce, sell, commercially exploit, or misrepresent Coastal Power Initiative materials without permission.

Acceptable Use

You agree not to use this website to:

  • Submit false or misleading information
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems
  • Introduce malicious software or interfere with website operation
  • Impersonate another person
  • Use the website for unlawful purposes
  • Infringe the rights of Coastal Power Initiative or another person or organization

External Links

This website may link to third-party websites for convenience or educational purposes.

Coastal Power Initiative does not control and is not responsible for the content, accuracy, availability, security, products, services, or privacy practices of third-party websites.

No Guarantee of Website Availability

We work to provide useful and accurate information, but we cannot guarantee that the website will always be available, error-free, complete, or current.

Information may be modified or removed at any time.

Limitation of Responsibility

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Coastal Power Initiative is not responsible for losses or damages arising solely from reliance on general information presented on this website or from the use or misuse of third-party products, websites, or services referenced here.

Nothing in these Terms is intended to exclude or limit rights or responsibilities that cannot legally be excluded or limited.

Privacy

Use of personal information submitted through this website is addressed in our Privacy Policy.

Changes to These Terms

Coastal Power Initiative may update these Terms of Use from time to time. The current version will be posted on this page with the date of the latest revision.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact Us

Questions about these Terms of Use may be directed to:

Coastal Power Initiative
Austin, Texas
Website: coastalpower.org