Last Updated: September 2026
Welcome to the West Marin Food Systems (WMFS) website, a project supported through Innovative Health Solutions. By accessing or using this website (westmarinfoodsystems.org), you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please review them carefully.
1. About West Marin Food Systems
West Marin Food Systems Group operates as a regional, cross-sector collaborative connecting schools, farms, food access organizations, community groups, and public agencies. WMFS serves as a backbone connector and resource hub to align partners and coordinate collective action. Direct services, food distribution, and emergency assistance listed on this site are often fulfilled by independent partner organizations.
2. Use of Site & Resource Connector Disclaimer
Informational Purposes: Content provided on this website including resource directories, decision trees, event listings, program updates, and impact reports is for general informational and regional connectivity purposes.
Third-Party Partners: WMFS connects residents to trusted regional partners (e.g., Marin Health and Human Services, local Disaster Councils, UC Cooperative Extension, ExtraFood, and local food pantries). WMFS does not operate or control all third-party programs listed and is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or quality of external partner services.
Emergency & Time-Sensitive Info: While WMFS strives to keep urgent community resource pathways updated, visitors needing immediate emergency services should contact 211, local disaster agencies, or direct service providers directly.
3. Events Library & Equipment Borrowing
Requesting reusables or event supplies through the Events Library does not guarantee availability or reservation confirmation until confirmed in writing by WMFS staff.
Borrowers are responsible for returning borrowed equipment clean, undamaged, and on time according to the agreed-upon borrowing terms. WMFS is not liable for injuries or damages resulting from the use of borrowed event supplies.
4. User Submissions & Form Inquiries
By submitting information through our forms (such as Volunteer/Host-a-Glean forms, resource inquiries, or contact requests), you agree to provide accurate and truthful information.
Information submitted through forms will be processed according to our Privacy Policy and used solely for program coordination, communication, and referral purposes.
5. Communications & Newsletter
By subscribing to the WMFS newsletter, you consent to receive periodic updates, program announcements, and event information via Mailchimp. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided at the bottom of any email.
6. Intellectual Property & Storytelling Content
Ownership: All content on this site including text, graphics, logos, initiative designs, data metrics, and impact reports is the property of West Marin Food Systems, Innovative Health Solutions, or credited community partners.
Community Stories & Media: Photos, participant profiles, partner stories, and quotes published on this website are protected and used with explicit community consent. Reproduction, distribution, or commercial reuse of media, photos, or personal stories without prior written consent from WMFS is strictly prohibited.
7. Donations & Third-Party Processing
Financial contributions made through the website support WMFS’s collaborative initiatives, backbone coordination, and community programs. Online donations are processed securely through authorized third-party payment gateways. WMFS does not store full payment card details on its servers.
8. Accessibility Statement & Alternate Formats
WMFS is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities, targeting WCAG 2.2 Level AA compliance. If you encounter accessibility barriers on this site or require documents, forms, or maps in an alternate accessible format, please contact us at wmfoodsystems@gmail.com.
9. Limitation of Liability
WMFS and Innovative Health Solutions shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, or incidental damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or reliance on information provided herein.
10. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions or site policies, please contact:
West Marin Food Systems Group
Email: wmfoodsystems@gmail.com
Phone: (415) 669-4264