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  • Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh and Morgantown Volunteer Release

    I hereby grant to Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), its local Chapters and programs, advertising and promotional agencies, and their agents (collectively, “RMHC”) the irrevocable, unrestricted right to use, publish, display and distribute materials bearing my name, voice, likeness or any other identifiable representation of myself. These materials may appear in any form, style, color, or medium whatsoever now or hereafter known *including, without limitation, photographs, videotapes, films, sound recordings, software, drawings, prints, broadcast, internet (including social media sites like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter), and electronic media).

    I agree that all materials containing any identifiable representation of me (including, without limitation, all negatives, plates, and masters of any photographs, files, prints, or tapes) shall be and remain the sole and exclusive property of RMHC, and I hereby assign any proprietary right I may have acquired in or to such material to RMHC.

    I hereby release and forever discharge RMHC from any and all liability and damages relating to the use of my name, voice, likeness, or any other identifiable representation of me.

    I hereby waive any right I may have to inspect or approve the finished materials or any part or element thereof that incorporates my name, voice, likeness, or any other identifiable representation of myself.

    I have agreed to the above in consideration of the opportunity given to me by RMHC to appear in these materials. I acknowledge that I have fully read and understand this document and that I have had any questions regarding its effect or the meaning of its terms answered to my satisfaction. I certify that I am at least 18 years of age, unless this document is also signed by my parent or legal guardian.

    RMHC promotes the privacy and confidentiality of information related to our guest families. I understand that I must maintain the confidentiality of RMHC guests. Volunteers must not disclose confidential information or use the names, photos or other identifying characteristics of RMHC guest families in order to respect the privacy of other families and be aware of appropriate use of social media outlets.

    I agree that I am at RMHC voluntarily and understand that RMHC, its staff, volunteers and others associated with RMHC will not be responsible or liable under any theory of liability for any claims, losses, damages or injuries of any kind or nature, including, without limitation, any loss of or damage to my valuables, or other personal property from any cause, including RMHC’s negligence, and/or for any personal injuries, illness, or death to us (or any of us) from any cause, including RMHC’s negligence. I agree to indemnify, defend and hold RMHC (and employees, agents, affiliates, and their respective heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns) harmless from any and all claims, damages, losses, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from any personal injuries, illness, or death from any cause, including, without limitation: RMHC’s negligence. I agree that RMHC is not responsible for personal belongings left in the House, on House property, or in automobiles. I waive any and all rights to claims in the event of damage, theft, or loss.