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Black Equity Collective

Website Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: July 22, 2026

Welcome to the Black Equity Collective ("BEC," "we," "our," or "us") website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this website.

1. About Black Equity Collective

Black Equity Collective is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the long-term sustainability of Black-led and Black-empowering organizations through capacity building, strategic partnerships, funding opportunities, leadership development, and community engagement.

2. Acceptance of Terms

Your use of this website constitutes your agreement to these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes. We may revise these Terms from time to time and will make reasonable efforts to notify users of material changes by posting an updated version on this website.

3. Website Purpose

This website is provided to:

  • Share information about BEC's mission, initiatives, programs, and services.
  • Provide educational resources.
  • Promote events and opportunities.
  • Accept inquiries, registrations, donations, and other forms of engagement.
  • Connect visitors with BEC and its partners.

Information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only.

4. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, all website content; including text, graphics, photographs, logos, videos, documents, reports, branding, design elements, and other materials; is the property of Black Equity Collective or is used with permission.

Content may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, republished, displayed, or otherwise used without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use or as otherwise permitted by law.

5. Permitted Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.

You may not:

  • Violate any applicable law or regulation.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems.
  • Interfere with website functionality or security.
  • Upload malicious software or harmful code.
  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation.
  • Use website content for unlawful or fraudulent purposes.

6. User Communications

If you submit information through a contact form, event registration, survey, application, or other communication channel, you agree that the information provided is accurate and that you have the authority to submit it. These Terms also apply to individuals and organizations interacting with BEC through volunteer opportunities, partnership inquiries, grant-related activities, or other online engagement.

BEC reserves the right to respond to or decline communications at its discretion.

7. Donations

Donations made through the website are voluntary and help support BEC's mission. If you believe a donation was submitted in error, please contact BEC promptly so we may review the request.

Where applicable, donation processing may be handled through a secure third-party payment processor. BEC does not store complete payment card information.

8. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites or resources for your convenience.

BEC does not control or endorse these websites and is not responsible for their content, privacy practices, products, or services.

9. Disclaimer

The website and its content are provided "as is" and "as available."

While BEC strives to provide accurate and current information, we make no warranties regarding:

  • Accuracy
  • Completeness
  • Reliability
  • Availability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose

Information may change without notice.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Black Equity Collective shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from your use of this website.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Black Equity Collective, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, and partners from claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your misuse of this website or violation of these Terms.

12. Accessibility

BEC is committed to providing an accessible online experience and continually works to improve website accessibility. If you experience accessibility barriers, please contact us so we can assist you.

13. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California without regard to conflict of law principles.

15. Changes to These Terms

BEC reserves the right to revise these Terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

16. Contact Us

Questions regarding these Terms may be directed to:

Black Equity Collective

Website: blackequitycollective.org

Mailing Address: SoCal Grantmakers, c/o Black Equity Collective, 1000 Alameda St # 230, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Email: info@blackequitycollective.org