Terms of Use

Effective Date: June 11, 2026

Welcome to Kadash Healing Ground. These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Kadash Healing Ground, a nonprofit organization dedicated to holistic healing, restoration, and community empowerment. Please read these terms carefully before using our website or participating in our programs.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must discontinue use of our website and services immediately. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of any updates or modifications.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the Kadash Healing Ground website — and by registering for membership, events, volunteer opportunities, donations, or any program — you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, along with our Privacy Policy. These terms apply to all visitors, members, donors, volunteers, partners, and participants.

2. Website Usage

Kadash Healing Ground grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes related to learning about and engaging with our mission.

You agree NOT to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the site, servers, or connected systems.
• Use automated systems, bots, scrapers, or spiders to access or collect data without written permission.
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the website or its underlying infrastructure.
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any harmful code into the website or its systems.
• Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with Kadash Healing Ground.
• Use the website to transmit unsolicited commercial communications or spam.

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the website at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these terms or is harmful to our organization, community, or others.

3. Educational Resources & Wellness Information

Kadash Healing Ground provides educational content, wellness resources, and holistic health information to support your healing journey. This includes articles, videos, workshops, courses, and program materials related to Flavor Medicine, somatic movement, community wellness, and related disciplines.

Important Disclaimers:

• All content provided on this website and through our programs is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Our programs, workshops, and resources support but do not replace medical, psychiatric, psychological, or therapeutic care provided by licensed professionals.
• Always seek the advice of your physician, licensed mental health provider, or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.
• Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or learned through Kadash Healing Ground.
• Individual results from wellness programs, dietary guidance, or healing practices may vary. We do not guarantee specific outcomes.

4. Liability Disclaimers

Assumption of Risk: Participation in Kadash Healing Ground programs, events, workshops, and wellness activities is voluntary. You acknowledge that such participation may involve physical, emotional, and spiritual engagement, and you assume full responsibility for any risks associated with your involvement.

Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kadash Healing Ground, its founders, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, and partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to:

• Your use of or inability to use our website or services.
• Any content or information obtained through our programs or materials.
• Personal injury, emotional distress, or any other harm resulting from participation in our events, workshops, or programs.
• Decisions you make regarding your health, wellness, or medical care based on information provided by Kadash Healing Ground.
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data.
• Statements or conduct of any third party on or linked from our website.

This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other legal theory, even if Kadash Healing Ground has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

No Warranty: The website and all content, materials, and services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

5. Event Participation

By registering for and attending Kadash Healing Ground events — whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid — you agree to the following:

• You will conduct yourself respectfully toward all participants, facilitators, staff, and volunteers.
• You are responsible for your own physical and emotional well-being during events and will communicate any needs or concerns to event staff.
• For in-person events, you assume responsibility for your own transportation, safety, and personal belongings.
• For virtual events, you agree not to record, screenshot, or redistribute session content without explicit written permission.
• Event fees, where applicable, are non-refundable except where explicitly stated otherwise or required by law. In the event of cancellation by Kadash Healing Ground, you will receive a full refund or credit toward a future event.
• Kadash Healing Ground reserves the right to remove any participant whose behavior disrupts the event or compromises the safety and experience of others.

6. Volunteer Involvement

Volunteers are essential to our mission. By applying to volunteer with Kadash Healing Ground, you agree to:

• Provide accurate and truthful information on your volunteer application.
• Commit to the responsibilities, schedule, and expectations agreed upon with your volunteer coordinator.
• Represent Kadash Healing Ground in a manner consistent with our values of healing, respect, and community.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information encountered during your service, including participant information, organizational data, and internal communications.
• Understand that volunteer positions do not create an employment relationship, and volunteers are not entitled to wages, benefits, or compensation beyond any agreed-upon reimbursements or perks.
• Accept that Kadash Healing Ground reserves the right to terminate volunteer relationships at any time for conduct that violates these terms or harms the organization or community.

7. Membership Registration

Kadash Healing Ground offers membership programs that provide exclusive access to resources, events, discounts, and community benefits. By registering for membership, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete registration information.
• Pay all applicable membership fees according to the selected tier and billing frequency.
• Understand that membership benefits, perks, and program availability are subject to change at our discretion.
• Use membership benefits solely for personal use unless the membership tier explicitly permits family or organizational sharing.
• Not transfer, sell, or share your membership credentials or access with unauthorized individuals.
• Understand that membership fees are generally non-refundable, except where required by law or as specified in your membership agreement.

8. Donations

Your generosity fuels our mission. By making a donation to Kadash Healing Ground, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• All donations are voluntary and non-refundable, except where required by applicable law.
• Donations are processed securely through PCI-compliant third-party payment processors. Kadash Healing Ground does not store full credit card information on our servers.
• You represent that you are authorized to use the payment method provided and that the donation does not violate any laws or agreements.
• Donations may be tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Kadash Healing Ground will provide tax receipts for qualifying donations. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.
• We reserve the right to decline or return any donation that we determine, in our sole discretion, may compromise our mission, values, or legal standing.
• Donors may be acknowledged publicly (e.g., in annual reports, impact dashboards) unless you request anonymity at the time of donation.

9. Intellectual Property Protections

All content on the Kadash Healing Ground website — including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, audio, course materials, workshop content, program names, and software — is the exclusive property of Kadash Healing Ground or its content licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You may NOT:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or commercially exploit any content without prior written permission from Kadash Healing Ground.
• Use Kadash Healing Ground trademarks, service marks, logos, or branding without explicit written consent.
• Remove or alter any copyright notices, watermarks, or proprietary markings from any materials.
• Frame or mirror any part of our website without authorization.
• Systematically download or scrape content for redistribution, compilation, or commercial purposes.

You may share links to our website and quote brief excerpts for non-commercial, educational purposes with proper attribution. For all other uses, please contact us for permission.

10. Acceptable Use Policy

Kadash Healing Ground is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and healing-centered environment for all community members. The following conduct is strictly prohibited:

• Harassment, discrimination, intimidation, or bullying of any person based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any protected characteristic.
• Posting, transmitting, or promoting content that is defamatory, obscene, pornographic, threatening, abusive, hateful, or inflammatory.
• Engaging in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading practices in connection with donations, memberships, event registrations, or any interaction with Kadash Healing Ground.
• Distributing unsolicited commercial messages, spam, or pyramid schemes through our website or communication channels.
• Violating the privacy rights of others by collecting, using, or sharing personal information without consent.
• Engaging in any activity that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair our website or services.

Violations of this Acceptable Use Policy may result in immediate suspension or termination of access, membership revocation, and referral to appropriate legal authorities where warranted.

11. Future Digital Programs

Kadash Healing Ground may introduce digital programs, online courses, mobile applications, subscription services, and other technology-based offerings in the future. These terms will apply to all such future digital programs unless superseded by specific terms presented at the time of enrollment.

• Access to digital programs is granted on a personal, non-transferable basis unless otherwise specified.
• Content delivered through digital programs remains the intellectual property of Kadash Healing Ground and may not be downloaded, recorded, or redistributed without permission.
• Subscription-based digital programs will be billed according to the terms presented at signup. You may cancel according to the cancellation policy specified for each program.
• Kadash Healing Ground reserves the right to update, modify, or discontinue digital programs at any time.

12. Third-Party Links & Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Kadash Healing Ground. We provide these links for convenience and informational purposes only.

Kadash Healing Ground has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. You acknowledge and agree that Kadash Healing Ground shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with your use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any third-party websites or services.

We strongly encourage you to read the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Kadash Healing Ground, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, agents, contractors, licensors, and partners from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or relating to: (a) your use of the website or services; (b) your violation of these Terms of Use; (c) your violation of any rights of another person or entity; or (d) your conduct in connection with any Kadash Healing Ground program, event, or activity.

14. Modifications to Terms

Kadash Healing Ground reserves the right to modify or replace these Terms of Use at any time, at our sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the website or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Material changes may be communicated through additional means where appropriate.

15. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Virginia, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these terms or your use of our website or services shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation does not resolve the dispute within sixty (60) days, either party may seek resolution through mediation or binding arbitration in Richmond, Virginia, in accordance with the rules of a recognized mediation or arbitration provider.

You agree that any legal action or proceeding shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Richmond, Virginia, and you consent to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable while preserving the original intent as closely as possible.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published on the website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Kadash Healing Ground regarding your use of the website and services, superseding any prior agreements, communications, or understandings, whether oral or written.

18. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Use, we welcome your outreach.