Black and Latino Male Achievement

https://www.blmaleaders.org
Effective Date: April 2026
Last Updated: April 2026
Version: 1.1 

1. Agreement to Terms
These Terms of Use (“Terms,” “Agreement”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Black & Latino Male Achievement (“BLMA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization located at 3021 Grand Fields Lane, Memphis, TN 38119.
By accessing or using the website located at blmaleaders.org (the “Website”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.
BLMA reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Website.

2. Description of the Website and Organization
The Website provides information about BLMA’s mission, programs, and services, including:
·   Information about mentorship programs and 10 Guiding Principles
·   Online application forms for prospective Host Site Partners
·   Contact forms for inquiries, volunteering, and speaking requests
·   Information about charitable donations
·   Educational content about BLMA’s Blueprint for Success
 BLMA is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, operated in support of our charitable mission.

3. Eligibility and Intended Audience
The Website is intended for use by adults aged 18 years and older, specifically:
·   School administrators and educators interested in Host Site programs
·   Community leaders evaluating partnership opportunities
·   Individuals interested in volunteering or mentoring
·   Donors and supporters of BLMA
·   Members of the media and general public
 
The Website is not directed at children under 13. If you are under 13, you may not use this Website. If you are 13-17, use only with parental consent.

4. Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes. You agree NOT to:
·   Violate any federal, state, or local law
·   Harass, threaten, intimidate, defame, or harm any person
·   Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
·   Impersonate BLMA staff or any other person
·   Attempt unauthorized access to the Website or its systems
·   Use automated tools, bots, or scrapers on the Website
·   Introduce viruses, malware, or harmful code
·   Interfere with Website performance or integrity
·   Transmit spam or unsolicited commercial messages
·   Reproduce or distribute Website content without permission

5. Form Protection & Cloudflare Captcha

5.1 What is Cloudflare Captcha?
All contact and application forms on this Website are protected by Cloudflare’s CAPTCHA service. This technology prevents unauthorized access and automated bot attacks.

5.2 How It Works
When you submit a form:
·   Cloudflare analyzes your behavior to verify you are human
·   No additional action required on your part (automatic verification)
·   Failed verification prevents form submission for security
·   No personal information is required for CAPTCHA

5.3 Privacy & Data Handling
Cloudflare CAPTCHA data is processed by Cloudflare, Inc. according to their Privacy Policy (https://www.cloudflare.com/privacy/). BLMA does not store or access Cloudflare CAPTCHA data.

6. Cookie Compliance & Complianz

6.1 What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our Website. They help us understand site usage and provide a better experience.

6.2 Complianz Cookie Management
BLMA uses Complianz, a WordPress plugin that manages cookie consent and ensures compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and ePrivacy laws.

6.3 Cookie Consent Banner
When you visit the Website, you will see a Complianz cookie consent banner allowing you to:
·   Accept all cookies
·   Reject non-essential cookies
·   Customize cookie preferences by category
·   Learn more via our Cookie Policy

6.4 Cookie Categories
 
Essential Cookies: Required for website function (automatically set)
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences (require consent)
Analytics Cookies: Track website usage (require consent)
 Marketing Cookies: Advertising and retargeting (require consent)
Your consent preference is stored securely and honored across all BLMA websites. You can change your preferences at any time.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 BLMA Ownership
All Website content (text, graphics, logos, photos, audio, downloads, software) is BLMA property or its suppliers’ property, protected by U.S. and international copyright and trademark law.

7.2 BLMA Trademarks
The following are BLMA trademarks:
·   Black & Latino Male Achievement
·   BLMA
·   Blueprint for Success
·   10 Principles of BLMA
·   BLMA logos and design marks
These marks may not be used without BLMA’s permission in ways that cause confusion or disparage BLMA.

7.3 Limited License to Use
BLMA grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may:
·   Share Website links on social media
·   Print or download single copies for personal use
·   Learn about BLMA and its programs
You may NOT:
·   Copy, reproduce, or distribute content for commercial purposes
·   Modify or create derivative works
·   Use data mining or automated tools

8. Form Submissions and User-Provided Information
When you submit forms, you represent and warrant that all information is accurate, truthful, and complete. By submitting:
·   You have authority to provide the information
·   Your submission does not violate any law
·   You do not infringe third-party intellectual property rights
 
Host Site Applications: Submission does not guarantee acceptance. BLMA reserves the right to accept or decline any application.
BLMA uses information per our Privacy Policy. We do not sell or share information with third parties for marketing.

9. Donations
Charitable donations are voluntary contributions to BLMA, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Donations are generally tax-deductible. All donations are final and non-refundable unless BLMA determines a refund is appropriate.
Donations are processed securely through Givebutter. BLMA does not guarantee that funds will be applied to specific programs unless a written restricted gift agreement exists.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND.
BLMA disclaims all warranties including:
·   Implied warranties of merchantability and fitness
·   Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free
·   Warranties regarding accuracy or reliability of content
 
No advice from BLMA creates any warranty. BLMA makes no warranty that the Website meets your requirements or that results will be accurate.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BLMA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
This includes liability for:
·   Loss of data or information
·   Loss of business opportunities
·   Personal injury or property damage
·   Unauthorized access to your data
·   Third-party conduct

BLMA’S TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED $100.00.

12. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless BLMA from any claims, damages, or costs (including attorneys’ fees) arising from:
·   Your use of the Website
·   Your violation of these Terms
·   Your violation of any law
·   False or inaccurate information you submit
·   Infringement of third-party rights

13. Third-Party Links and Content
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. BLMA does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for third-party content or privacy practices. Your use of third-party websites is governed by their terms and policies.

14. Privacy
Your use of the Website is governed by BLMA’s Privacy Policy, incorporated herein by reference. Review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding information collection and use: https://www.blmaleaders.org/privacy-policy/

15. Termination and Access Restriction
BLMA reserves the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate your Website access at any time, without notice, for any reason including violation of these Terms or conduct harmful to the Website.
 
BLMA reserves the right to modify or discontinue the Website or any part thereof at any time without prior notice.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by Tennessee law without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any legal action shall be brought exclusively in state or federal courts in Shelby County, Tennessee.

17. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid, it shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary or severed. Remaining provisions continue in full effect.

18. Entire Agreement
These Terms and the Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement regarding Website use and supersede all prior agreements. No waiver is effective unless in writing and signed by BLMA.

19. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:
Black & Latino Male Achievement
3021 Grand Fields Lane
Memphis, TN 38119
Email: wlee@blmaleaders.org
Phone: 901-486-2900
Website: https://www.blmaleaders.org