TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Welcome to The Better Black Business Initiative ("B3I", "we", "us", "our"). By using or visiting our website at theb3initiative.org

(the "Site"), you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.

1. Use of Site

• The Site is intended for informational and educational use related to B3I’s nonprofit mission.

• You may view, download, or print materials for your personal, non-commercial use only.

• Any unauthorized use of site content is prohibited.

2. Intellectual Property

• All content, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is owned or licensed by B3I.

• You may not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

3. User Generated Content

• If you submit content (including comments, testimonials, or forms), you grant B3I a perpetual, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, copy, modify, and publish it.

• You represent that any submitted content is original, lawful, and owned by you.

• B3I may remove, moderate, or refuse any user content at its discretion.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for illegal or harmful purposes.

• Attempt to access unauthorized areas or disrupt normal Site operations.

• Post hateful, discriminatory, harassing, or illicit content.

• Violate intellectual property or privacy rights of others.

5. Links to Third Party Sites

• The Site may contain links to third-party sites for reference.

• We do not endorse or assume responsibility for content, policies, or actions of those sites.

6. Nonprofit Integrity & 501(c)(3) Status

• B3I holds 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. No part of its net earnings benefits private individuals.

• Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by U.S. law.

• The Site does not provide tax, legal, or financial advice. Consult a qualified professional for guidance.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

• The Site and its content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind.

• B3I does not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content.

8. Limitation of Liability

• B3I and its affiliates are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site.

• Your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Site.

9. Indemnification

• You agree to indemnify B3I, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claim, liability, or expense

• resulting from your breach of these Terms.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without reference to conflicts of law principles.

• All disputes will be handled in the state or federal courts located in Minnesota.

11. Modifications to Site or Terms

• B3I may modify or discontinue the Site, or any portion of it, at any time with or without notice.

• We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.

12. Privacy , Cookies & Accessibility

• Data collection and use are governed by our Privacy Policy.

• We use cookies for performance and analytics—see Privacy Policy for details.

• Our Accessibility Statement outlines our commitment to inclusive website design.

13. Questions or Concerns

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected] or via our contact form on the Site.