Terms of Use

Last updated: February 13, 2026

Agreement to Our Legal Terms

We are Blueprint Biosecurity (“Company,” “we,” “us,” “our”), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening pandemic preparedness and response.

We operate the website blueprintbiosecurity.org (the “Website”), which provides information about our mission, research, grant programs, and career opportunities, as well as any other related products and services that refer or link to these legal terms (the “Legal Terms”) (collectively, the “Services”).

You can contact us by email at admin@blueprintbiosecurity.org or by mail to Blueprint Biosecurity, 1333 New Hampshire Ave NW fl 2, Washington, DC 20036.

These Legal Terms constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity (“you”), and Blueprint Biosecurity, concerning your access to and use of the Services. You agree that by accessing the Services, you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by all of these Legal Terms. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESE LEGAL TERMS, THEN YOU ARE EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED FROM USING THE SERVICES AND YOU MUST DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY.

Supplemental terms and conditions or documents that may be posted on the Services from time to time are hereby expressly incorporated herein by reference. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to make changes or modifications to these Legal Terms at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last updated” date of these Legal Terms, and you waive any right to receive specific notice of each such change. It is your responsibility to periodically review these Legal Terms to stay informed of updates. You will be subject to, and will be deemed to have been made aware of and to have accepted, the changes in any revised Legal Terms by your continued use of the Services after the date such revised Legal Terms are posted.

We recommend that you print a copy of these Legal Terms for your records.

Table of Contents

1. Our Services

Blueprint Biosecurity is a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, dedicated to strengthening pandemic preparedness and response through targeted research, strategic grantmaking, and evidence-based policy guidance. The information provided when using the Services is not intended for distribution to or use by any person or entity in any jurisdiction or country where such distribution or use would be contrary to law or regulation. Accordingly, those persons who choose to access the Services from other locations do so on their own initiative and are solely responsible for compliance with local laws, if and to the extent local laws are applicable.

2. User Representations

By using the Services, you represent and warrant that: (1) you have the legal capacity and agree to comply with these Legal Terms; (2) you are not a minor in the jurisdiction in which you reside; (3) you will not access the Services through unauthorized automated means intended to disrupt, overload, or scrape the Services; (4) you will not use the Services for any illegal or unauthorized purpose; and (5) your use of the Services will not violate any applicable law or regulation.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Services — including but not limited to text, research, publications, reports, graphics, logos, images, and data (collectively, the “Content”) — as well as the trademarks, service marks, and logos contained therein (the “Marks”), is the property of Blueprint Biosecurity or its content providers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Subject to your compliance with these Legal Terms, including the “PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES“ section below, we grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access the Services and to download or print a copy of any portion of the Content to which you have properly gained access, solely for your personal, non-commercial use or internal business purpose.

Except as set out in this section or elsewhere in these Legal Terms, no part of the Services and no Content or Marks may be copied, reproduced, aggregated, republished, uploaded, posted, publicly displayed, encoded, translated, transmitted, distributed, sold, licensed, or otherwise exploited for any commercial purpose whatsoever, without our express prior written permission.

If you wish to make any use of the Services, Content, or Marks other than as set out in this section, please address your request to: admin@blueprintbiosecurity.org. Any breach of these Intellectual Property Rights will constitute a material breach of these Legal Terms and your right to use the Services will terminate immediately.

4. Prohibited Activities

You may not access or use the Services for any purpose other than that for which we make the Services available. The Services may not be used in connection with any commercial endeavors except those that are specifically endorsed or approved by us. As a user of the Services, you agree not to:

  • Use the Services to advertise or offer to sell goods and services.
  • Falsely claim or imply affiliation with, sponsorship by, or endorsement by Blueprint Biosecurity without prior written authorization.
  • Systematically retrieve data or content from the Services to create or compile, directly or indirectly, a collection, compilation, database, or directory without our written permission.
  • Trick, defraud, or mislead us and other users, especially in any attempt to learn sensitive information.
  • Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Services.
  • Disparage, tarnish, or otherwise harm, in our opinion, us and/or the Services.
  • Use any information obtained from the Services in order to harass, abuse, or harm another person.
  • Use the Services in a manner inconsistent with any applicable laws or regulations.
  • Upload or transmit viruses, Trojan horses, or other harmful material that interferes with the Services’ operation.
  • Use any automated system, including bots, spiders, scrapers, or similar data gathering tools to access the Services, except as may result from standard search engine or browser usage.
  • Interfere with, disrupt, or create an undue burden on the Services or the networks or services connected to the Services.
  • Copy or adapt the Services’ software, including but not limited to HTML, JavaScript, or other code.
  • Except as permitted by applicable law, decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any of the software comprising or in any way making up a part of the Services.
  • Use any content from the Services for any revenue-generating endeavor or commercial enterprise without prior written permission.

5. Research and Publications

Blueprint Biosecurity publishes research, policy analysis, and other materials on biosecurity and pandemic preparedness topics. Content published through the Services, including research, reports, and policy analyses, is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute professional, legal, medical, or policy advice. Blueprint Biosecurity makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any published content.

When accessing or citing these materials, you acknowledge that:

  • Our publications represent the views of Blueprint Biosecurity and its authors at the time of publication and may not reflect subsequent developments.
  • Research and policy analysis may be updated or revised without notice.
  • Proper attribution should be given when citing or referencing our published materials.

6. Downloadable Resources

Certain documents, reports, and other resources may be made available for download through the Services. These materials are provided for informational and educational purposes. By downloading any resource, you agree to use it in accordance with these Legal Terms and any additional terms or licenses specified with the resource.

7. Disclaimer of Professional Advice

The information provided through the Services is for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute professional, legal, medical, scientific, or policy advice.

Blueprint Biosecurity makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information presented through the Services. However, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information contained on the Services for any purpose.

Any reliance you place on information found through the Services is strictly at your own risk. You should consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on information found on the Services, particularly regarding public health, biosecurity, or policy matters.

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

The Services may contain links to third-party websites and resources that are not owned or controlled by Blueprint Biosecurity. These links are provided for your convenience and reference only. We do not endorse, and are not responsible for, the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or availability of any third-party websites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions of those websites.

9. Donations

Donations made to Blueprint Biosecurity through our Services or through third-party payment processors (such as PayPal) are voluntary charitable contributions. All donations are subject to our Privacy Policy. Blueprint Biosecurity is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance on the deductibility of your contribution.

10. Newsletter and Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or other communications, you consent to receiving emails from Blueprint Biosecurity. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email or by contacting us at admin@blueprintbiosecurity.org.

11. Services Management

We reserve the right, but not the obligation, to: (1) monitor the Services for violations of these Legal Terms; (2) take appropriate legal action against anyone who, in our sole discretion, violates the law or these Legal Terms; (3) in our sole discretion and without limitation, refuse or restrict access to the Services; (4) remove from the Services or otherwise disable all files and content that are excessive in size or are in any way burdensome to our systems; and (5) otherwise manage the Services in a manner designed to protect our rights and property and to facilitate the proper functioning of the Services.

12. Modifications and Interruptions

We reserve the right to change, modify, or remove the contents of the Services at any time or for any reason at our sole discretion without notice. We cannot guarantee the Services will be available at all times. We may experience hardware, software, or other problems or need to perform maintenance related to the Services, resulting in interruptions, delays, or errors. You agree that we have no liability whatsoever for any loss, damage, or inconvenience caused by your inability to access or use the Services during any downtime or discontinuance of the Services.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS-IS” AND “AS-AVAILABLE” BASIS. YOU AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES WILL BE AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BLUEPRINT BIOSECURITY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN CONNECTION WITH THE SERVICES AND YOUR USE THEREOF, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We make no warranties or representations about the accuracy or completeness of the Services’ content or the content of any websites linked to the Services. We assume no liability or responsibility for any errors, mistakes, or inaccuracies of content, any unauthorized access to our servers and/or any personal information stored therein, any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from the Services, or any bugs or viruses that may be transmitted through the Services by any third party.

14. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT WILL BLUEPRINT BIOSECURITY OR ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR VOLUNTEERS BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFIT, LOST REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICES, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, our liability to you for any cause whatsoever and regardless of the form of the action, will at all times be limited to the amount paid, if any, by you to us. Certain US state laws and international laws do not allow limitations on implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of certain damages. If these laws apply to you, some or all of the above disclaimers or limitations may not apply to you, and you may have additional rights.

15. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless, including our directors, officers, employees, agents, partners, and volunteers, from and against any loss, damage, liability, claim, or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, made by any third party due to or arising out of: (1) use of the Services; (2) breach of these Legal Terms; (3) any breach of your representations and warranties set forth in these Legal Terms; (4) your violation of the rights of a third party, including but not limited to intellectual property rights; or (5) any overt harmful act toward any other user of the Services.

16. Corrections

There may be information on the Services that contains typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions and to change or update the information on the Services at any time, without prior notice.

17. Electronic Communications, Transactions, and Signatures

Visiting the Services, sending us emails, and completing online forms constitute electronic communications. You consent to receive electronic communications, and you agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications we provide to you electronically, via email and on the Services, satisfy any legal requirement that such communication be in writing.

18. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Legal Terms shall be governed by and defined following the laws of the District of Columbia, United States. Blueprint Biosecurity and you irrevocably consent that the courts of the District of Columbia shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute which may arise in connection with these Legal Terms.

19. Privacy

Your use of the Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which are incorporated into these Legal Terms by reference.

20. Miscellaneous

These Legal Terms and any policies or operating rules posted by us on the Services constitute the entire agreement and understanding between you and us. Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Legal Terms shall not operate as a waiver of such right or provision. These Legal Terms operate to the fullest extent permissible by law. We shall not be responsible or liable for any loss, damage, delay, or failure to act caused by any cause beyond our reasonable control. If any provision or part of a provision of these Legal Terms is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision is deemed severable from these Legal Terms and does not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. There is no joint venture, partnership, employment, or agency relationship created between you and us as a result of these Legal Terms or use of the Services.

21. Contact Us

In order to resolve a complaint regarding the Services or to receive further information regarding use of the Services, please contact us at:

Blueprint Biosecurity
1333 New Hampshire Ave NW fl 2
Washington, DC 20036
admin@blueprintbiosecurity.org