Legal Disclosures
Charitable Status
Hope and Grace Angel Network is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity recognized by the Internal Revenue Service.
- EIN: 41-4691317
- IRS Determination Date: April 1, 2026
- Effective Date of Exemption: March 8, 2026
- Public Charity Status: Section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
- Oregon Registry: #254298491 (Secretary of State)
- Oregon DOJ Charitable Registration: #71780
Our IRS determination letter is available upon request. Contributions to Hope and Grace Angel Network are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of your specific contribution.
No Gambling / No Lottery Disclaimer
The Blessing Ceremony operated by Hope and Grace Angel Network is a charitable distribution mechanism, not a lottery, raffle, sweepstakes, or gambling activity. Hope & Grace is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity. Angels make charitable donations to support the organization's mission. Souls in Need register for free and receive charitable grants. No wager is placed by any participant, and no purchase is necessary to receive assistance.
Tax Disclosures
For Angels (Donors)
Angel membership fees are charitable contributions to a 501(c)(3) organization. The tax deductibility of your contribution may be limited by the value of any benefits received. Hope & Grace will provide written donor acknowledgment letters as required by IRS regulations for contributions of $250 or more.
For Ceremony Winners
Angel ceremony winnings may constitute taxable income. Hope and Grace Angel Network will issue IRS Form 1099-MISC for any individual whose total ceremony-related wallet accumulations exceed $600 in a single calendar year, as required by federal law. Winners are responsible for reporting income and paying any applicable taxes.
For Souls in Need
Blessings to Souls in Need are intended as charitable grants from a 501(c)(3) organization under IRC Section 102(a). The tax treatment of grants received may vary based on your individual circumstances. Consult your tax advisor.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
G.R.A.C.E. (Guiding Resources And Compassionate Encouragement)
G.R.A.C.E. is an AI-powered conversational agent that assists Souls in Need during the registration and interview process. G.R.A.C.E. is artificial intelligence, not a human being. G.R.A.C.E. is currently powered by Google's Gemini API. Your interactions with G.R.A.C.E. are processed by third-party AI services. See our Privacy Policy for complete details.
G.R.A.C.E. is designed to listen with compassion and connect you with resources. G.R.A.C.E. does not provide professional counseling, medical advice, legal advice, or financial advice. If you are experiencing a crisis, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or 911.
Platform Development
The development of Hope and Grace Angel Network has been assisted by AI tools, including Claude AI by Anthropic. AI-assisted content, documentation, and design materials are reviewed and approved by authorized personnel.
Technology Credits & Acknowledgments
Hope and Grace Angel Network gratefully acknowledges the following technologies and partners:
- Anthropic (Claude AI) — AI development partner for documentation, system architecture guidance, and design
- Stripe, Inc. — Secure payment processing
- Google (Gemini API) — Powers the G.R.A.C.E. AI interview system
- Twilio — SMS messaging and phone verification
- Hostinger — Web hosting, VPS, and email infrastructure
- Node.js & Express — Backend application framework
- Let's Encrypt — SSL/TLS certificate authority
Resource Hub Disclaimer
The resource information provided on Hope and Grace Angel Network (including shelter listings, food bank locations, healthcare services, legal aid, and government benefit information) is compiled from publicly available sources and community contributions. Hope & Grace does not operate these services and makes no representations or warranties regarding their availability, quality, accuracy, or suitability.
Resource listings are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Information may change without notice. Always contact the listed organization directly to confirm availability and eligibility.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.
Financial Transparency
Hope and Grace Angel Network is committed to financial transparency. We maintain an Ops Ledger as our book of record for IRS Form 990 reporting. The Divine Offering (operating share) rate, ceremony results, and organizational financials are intended to be published on our transparency page as they become available.
Annual reports, including IRS Form 990-N filings and Oregon DOJ Form CT-12 filings, are part of the public record and available through the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search at irs.gov/charities.
Limitation of Liability
Hope and Grace Angel Network, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of the Platform.
The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
Hope & Grace does not guarantee:
- That any Angel will be selected in a Blessing Ceremony
- That any Soul in Need will receive a specific amount
- That any donation will result in a particular tax benefit
- That the Platform will be available at all times without interruption
- That resource listings are accurate or current
Governing Law
These disclosures and all matters arising from the use of the Platform are governed by the laws of the State of Oregon.
Contact
Hope and Grace Angel Network
488 NW 6th Ave, Apt 28
Canby, Oregon 97013
Email: support@hopeandgrace.space
Website: hopeandgrace.space
Phone: 971-712-4802
Board of Directors (The Aureate Council of Compassion):
- President (The Luminary): Nathaniel Brown
- Treasurer (The Keeper of the Chalice): Jana Toulouse
- Secretary (The Scribe of Grace): Susan Carlton