disclaimers

DISCLAIMERS: 

As descendants of Jose G. Castilleja and part of the HERCULANO CASTILLEJA family tree branch (maroon color), we pledge to work together with the CASTILLEJA FAMILY REUNION NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION in next years (2026) family reunion event.

TRANSPARENCY 

As the host family for the 2026 CASTILLEJA FAMILY REUNION, we are DONORS for the event.  As such, we  have a fundraising plan and committee, as we reach financial milestones, we shall donate to the CASTILLEJA FAMILY REUNION NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION funds to pay for the standard reunion expenses (venue, food and entertainment). Any additional donations will be allocated to the CFRNPO Scholarship Program, if any.  As a host family (donors) for the 2026 Castilleja Family Reunion, we are committed to financial transparency in every aspect regarding any donations to the  CASTILLEJA FAMILY REUNION NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION or any other nonprofit organization.  

NON-PROFIT STATUS

The Jose Gesavio Castilleja Descendants NPO is currently waiting to receive its non-profit organization status from the Texas Secretary of State. We believe in financial transparency in its financial dealings with the CASTILLEJA FAMILY REUNION NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, thus as donors, we shall donate from one non-profit to another to maintain the highest level of integrity between both non-profit organizations and abide to TEXAS non-profit organization and IRS laws.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Our news and judgments are made independently and not based on or influenced by any donors or any revenue source to the host family or the CFRNPO. We do not give donors any rights to assign, review or edit content regarding this website.  Any information regarding any omissions or corrections to the ancestry information can be sent via email at Priscilla@CastillejaFamilyReunion.org.

While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, the content may contain errors, omissions, or become outdated. Maria Priscilla Castilleja makes no guarantees regarding the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of this information and assumes no responsibility for any actions taken in reliance thereon.  

COPYRIGHTS

After a thorough search there are no record of copyright ownerships of domains names or family information recorded in the U.S. Copyright Office. 

Copyright fair use is a legal doctrine in U.S. law that allows the use of copyrighted material without obtaining permission from the copyright owner for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. To determine if a specific use is fair, a four-factor test is applied, considering the purpose and character of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount and substantiality of the portion used, and the effect of the use on the potential market for the original work.

VIEWS AND OPINIONS:

All information in this website was created by the JOSE GESAVIO CASTILLEJA Descendants -the  Herculano Castilleja Committee.  Our view and opinions are "not the opinion of the Castilleja Family Reunion Nonprofit Organization. This disclaimer is used to separate our personal views from the official position of the organization. Our committee maintains a nonpartisan status, protect the public reputation of both the JGCNPO an CFRNPO, and avoid potential legal liabilities.  

DONOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor responsibilities to a nonprofit are typically centered on the ethical use of their donated funds, ensuring the gift is used for the organization's intended purpose, and respecting the confidentiality of their information. 

Ethical & Fiduciary Responsibilities 

• Honesty and Accountability: Donors should give with integrity and trust that the nonprofit will be honest about its finances and how donations are used.
• Donor Privacy: Donors have a right to expect that their personal information and donation history will be handled with respect and confidentiality.
• Purposeful Giving: Donors can ensure their gifts are used for their intended purpose by researching the organization and understanding its financial statements and mission.

Voluntary Contributions & Support

•  Personal Gifts: Many nonprofits, especially boards, encourage members to make significant personal financial contributions. 
• Fundraising & Advocacy: donors, particularly board members, may be asked to participate in fundraising efforts, advocate for the organization, or invite others to get involved. 
• Volunteerism: Donors can contribute their time, expertise, and skills to support the organization's work and mission. 

What Donors Can Expect

• Information: Donors have the right to know the nonprofit's mission, how funds are used, and its capacity to use donations effectively. 
• Stewardship: Donors expect the organization's board to provide prudent judgment in overseeing the organization's resources and programs. 
• Recognition: Donors should receive appropriate acknowledgement and recognition for their contributions. 

Website/Domians:  

Maria Priscilla Castilleja currently holds the exclusive lease rights to the domain names for 3 years.  www.CastillejaFamilyReunion.org and www.CastillejaFamilyReunion.com.  This website was created to establish a more unified family platform.  As descendants of Jose G. Castilleja, we pledge to work together with the CASTILLEJA FAMILY REUNION NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION in next years (2026) family reunion event.