📄 Terms & Conditions

1. About Rise4Biz

Rise4Biz is a nonprofit organization located at:
3285 Southern Ave Apt 2, Memphis, TN 38111

We support small businesses through guidance, mentorship, and access to external funding resources. Our operations are funded via donations and collaborations with partners and individuals.

2. Contact Information

Email: info@rise4biz.org
Phone: 828-500-5177

3. Eligibility

By accessing our website or services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have permission from a legal guardian.

4. Permitted Use

• Individuals and businesses seeking guidance and resources
• Donors supporting our mission
• Users accessing information about our services

5. Prohibited Activities

• Engaging in illegal or unauthorized activities
• Attempting to hack, disrupt, or compromise the website
• Providing false information during guidance requests or donations

6. Intellectual Property

All content, including text, images, and logos, belongs to Rise4Biz or is used with permission. Unauthorized reproduction, modification, or distribution is prohibited.

7. Guidance & Access to Funding Programs

7.1 Eligibility
Rise4Biz does not provide funding directly. We support small businesses by:

• Identifying external funding opportunities
• Providing guidance on applications and program access

Businesses may qualify if they:

• Operate within Tennessee or recognized U.S. regions
• Are small or local businesses supporting community growth
• Provide required documentation, such as business plans

7.2 Application & Guidance Process

• Requests must be submitted via our website or approved channels
• Incomplete submissions may be declined
• Additional information may be requested to ensure accuracy and effectiveness

7.3 No Guarantees
Rise4Biz does not guarantee funding or approvals. All funding decisions are made solely by external organizations.

8. Donation Terms

• Accepted donation types: one-time, recurring, and corporate contributions
• Tax-deductibility depends on your tax advisor’s guidance
• Donation refunds follow our Refund Policy
• Donor data is protected and not shared without consent unless required by law

9. Partnerships

• All partnerships require formal agreements
• Partners must support our mission and values
• Violations may result in termination

10. Liability

Services are provided “as-is” and “as-available.” Rise4Biz is not liable for damages arising from website use or misuse of guidance.

Users agree to indemnify Rise4Biz against claims related to service use or violations of these Terms.

11. Privacy Policy

We collect personal data to process guidance requests and donations. We apply safeguards but cannot guarantee absolute security. Third-party processors (payment, analytics) may have additional terms.

12. General Provisions

• Terms may be updated at any time; updates will be posted on this page
• Governing law: Tennessee
• Mediation required before legal action
• If any provision is invalid, remaining provisions remain enforceable

13. Contact

Email: info@rise4biz.org
Phone: 828-500-5177
Address: 3285 Southern Ave Apt 2, Memphis, TN 38111