TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Last Updated: 11-02-2025

Welcome to https://connectwithfsts.org (the “Site”), owned and operated by From Spirit To Spirit (FSTS). FSTS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to optimizing mental health and wellness for adolescents and young adults through holistic, evidence-based practices.

These Terms and Conditions (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Site. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and any supplemental terms, guidelines, or rules that may be posted on the Site from time to time. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

a. Binding Legal Agreement
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and FSTS. By using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree to all the Terms, you are not authorized to access or use the Site.b. Modifications FSTS may modify these Terms at any time, with such modifications becoming effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms. You are
encouraged to review the Terms periodically for updates.
c. Electronic Consent
Your use of the Site constitutes your electronic signature to these Terms, indicating your consent to enter into agreements with us electronically.

2. ABOUT FSTS

a. Who We Are
FSTS is a nonprofit organization with the mission of enhancing mental health and wellness for adolescents and young adults by providing holistic, evidence based support and resources.
b. Nonprofit Status
FSTS is registered in the State of Georgia as a nonprofit organization. For more information about our mission, activities, or credentials, please contact us at info@connectwithfsts.org.

3. USE OF THE SITE

a. Eligibility
i. You must be at least 13 years old to use this Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
ii. If you are under 18, you may use the Site only under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms on your behalf.
iii. FSTS does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe your child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately at info@connectwithfsts.org.
b. User Conduct
You agree that you will not engage in any of the following when using the Site:
i. Violations of Law: Transmitting or soliciting content that violates any applicable local, state, national, or international laws or regulations.
ii. Harmful Code: Uploading or distributing viruses, worms, Trojan horses, or any other malicious code.
iii. Unauthorized Access: Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, other users’ accounts, or networks connected to the Site.
iv. Interference: Interfering with or disrupting the operation, functionality, or security of the Site or servers/networks connected to it.
v. Offensive Content: Posting or transmitting any content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, hateful, or otherwise objectionable.
vi. Spam/Promotions: Sending unsolicited promotional materials, chain letters, junk mail, spam, or any other forms of solicitation through the Site without prior permission from FSTS.
c. Right to Monitor and Remove
FSTS reserves the right (but not the obligation) to monitor user conduct on the Site and to remove any content that FSTS, in its sole discretion, believes to violate these Terms or otherwise be objectionable.
d. Site Availability
FSTS endeavors to keep the Site up and running; however, we do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service and may suspend or discontinue parts of the Site without notice.

4. MEDICAL AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER

a. No Substitute for Professional Help
The content, resources, and information provided on or through this Site (“Content”) are for informational and educational purposes only and do notconstitute medical, psychological, or other professional health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of the Content, such Content does not cover all possible mental health or medical conditions,
treatments, or issues.
b. Seek Qualified Assistance
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for matters related to mental health, medical conditions, or any other professional concern. If you have or suspect that you have a mental health issue or other medical problem, please contact a qualified healthcare provider immediately. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency in the United States,
please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
c. No Guarantee of Applicability
FSTS does not warrant that any Content is appropriate or applicable for your personal needs or that any product or service is safe, effective, or recommended for you.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

a. Ownership of Content
All text, graphics, images, logos, designs, icons, software, and other materials (collectively, the “Site Content”) available on the Site are the property of FSTS or its content providers and are protected by intellectual property laws. The compilation of all Site Content is the exclusive property of FSTS.
b. Trademarks
Any trademarks, service marks, logos, and trade names displayed on the Site are the property of FSTS or third parties. Nothing in these Terms grants you any license or right to use any trademarks without the express written consent of their respective owners.
c. License and Restrictions
You may access and view the Site Content solely for your personal, noncommercial use. You agree not to copy, modify, distribute, reproduce, upload, transmit, or create derivative works of the Site Content without the prior written consent of FSTS.
d. Copyright and Reprint Permissions
i. Reprints: If you wish to use or reprint Site Content, you must first obtain written permission from FSTS.
ii.Third-Party Content: If third-party sources are credited on the Site, permission to reproduce such material must be obtained directly from those third parties.

6. USER CONTENT AND SUBMISSIONS

a. User-Generated Content
FSTS may allow users to submit content, including but not limited to text, images, videos, stories, comments, or other materials (“User Content”). By submitting User Content, you represent and warrant that:
i. You own or have the necessary permissions to use and submit such User Content;
ii. Your User Content does not violate the privacy, publicity, copyright, or any other rights of third parties;
iii. Your User Content does not contain unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable material.
b. License Granted to FSTS
By submitting User Content, you grant FSTS (and its affiliates, successors, and assigns) a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, fully sub-licensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display such User Content in any media, now known or hereafter developed, for any purpose consistent with FSTS’s mission and these Terms.
c. Community Guidelines
If FSTS offers discussion forums, bulletin boards, or similar interactive areas, you agree to:
i. Respect Others: Avoid personal attacks, hateful or discriminatory remarks, or harassment of others.
ii. Stay On Topic: Post content relevant to the topic of discussion.
iii. No Spam or Solicitation: Refrain from posting advertising, promotional materials, or other forms of solicitation. FSTS reserves the right to remove or edit any User Content that violates these guidelines, as determined at our sole discretion.
d. Disclaimer on User Content
User Content reflects the opinions of the author and does not necessarily reflect the views or positions of FSTS. FSTS does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any User Content and is not responsible for any losses or damages resulting from reliance on such content.

7. DONATIONS

a. Voluntary Donations
FSTS accepts donations through the Site to support its nonprofit activities. All donations are made voluntarily, and you agree that any donations you make are non-refundable.
b. Use of Donations
All donations are used to further FSTS’s mission. If you have questions about how your donation is utilized, please contact us at info@connectwithfsts.org.
c. Right to Refuse
FSTS reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to refuse or refund any donation. Reasons for refusal may include, but are not limited to, suspected fraudulent activity or donations made in violation of these Terms.
d. Payment Processing
Donations are processed by third-party payment service providers. FSTS is not responsible for the actions or performance of these providers. By making a donation, you agree to the processing of your information by these third parties in accordance with their terms and privacy policies.

8. LINKS TO THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES

a. External Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or resources (collectively, “Third-Party Sites”). These links are provided for your convenience and do not imply any endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by FSTS.
b. No Control or Endorsement
FSTS does not control and is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any Third-Party Sites. Your access to and use of such sites is at your own risk.
c. Reciprocal Linking
We welcome external links to our Site, provided they are relevant and not used in a manner that harms FSTS. If you are interested in linking to FSTS or requesting a link from FSTS, please contact us at info@connectwithfsts.org.

9. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

a. As-Is / As-Available
The Site, including all Content and features therein, is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. To the fullest extent permissible by law, FSTS disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
b. No Guarantee of Accuracy
FSTS does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the Content on the Site. Any reliance you place on the Content is strictly at your own risk.
c. No Endorsement of Opinions
Opinions expressed by contributors, authors, or users on the Site do not necessarily state or reflect those of FSTS. FSTS does not endorse or guarantee any specific claims, advice, or opinions made by any users or third parties.
d. Health Care Disclaimer
FSTS and its Site do not provide medical advice or treatment. You should always consult a qualified healthcare provider for any health-related concerns. If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, dial 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

a. Exclusion of Damages
In no event shall FSTS, its affiliates, or their respective directors, officers, employees, volunteers, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to lost profits, loss of data, or goodwill, arising out of or related to your use of the Site or inability to use the Site.
b. Jurisdictional Limits
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations on liability. If these laws apply to you, some or all of the above disclaimers or limitations may not apply, and you may have additional rights.
c. Assumption of Risk
You understand and agree that your use of the Site is at your sole risk and that you will be solely responsible for any damage or loss to you or any other party resulting from such use.

11. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless FSTS, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against any claims, actions, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:
a. Your use or misuse of the Site;
b. Your violation of these Terms;
c. Your violation of any rights of another, including intellectual property rights;
d. Any User Content that you upload or transmit through the Site.

12. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

a. Governing Law
These Terms and any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or the Site shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to conflict of law principles.
b. Venue
You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Georgia. By using the Site, you irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction of these courts.
c. No Class Actions
All claims must be brought in the party’s individual capacity, and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative proceeding. You agree that you will not participate in any class action against FSTS.

13. TERM AND TERMINATION

a. Termination by FSTS
FSTS may terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without prior notice and for any reason, including if FSTS believes you have breached these Terms.
b. Effect of Termination
Upon termination, all licenses and other rights granted to you in these Terms immediately cease. Sections that by their nature should survive termination (e.g., intellectual property rights, indemnification, disclaimers, limitation of
liability) will remain in effect.

14. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. NO WAIVER

No waiver by FSTS of any term or condition set forth in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term, and any failure by FSTS to assert a right under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right.

16. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with any other legal notices or policies published by FSTS on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and FSTS concerning your use of the Site. They supersede all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications between you and FSTS.

17. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding these Terms or any other policy referenced herein, please contact us at:
• Email: info@connectwithfsts.org
• Phone: +1 (470) 229-4543
• Address: 1116 King Rd., Riverdale, Georgia 30296, US

18. DMCA TAKEDOWN POLICY

FSTS respects the intellectual property rights of others and asks that you do the same. If you believe any material on our Site infringes your copyright, please send us a detailed written notice at the address below. Your notice should
identify the copyrighted work in question, describe the allegedly infringing material and its location on our Site, include your contact information, and include statements under penalty of perjury that you have a good-faith belief the use is unauthorized and that the information you provide is accurate. Please also include a physical or electronic signature. If you believe in goodfaith that material on this Site infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to:
From Spirit To Spirit (FSTS)
Attn: DMCA Compliance
1116 King Rd. Riverdale, Georgia 30296, US.
Email: info@connectwithfsts.org
Phone: +1 (470) 229-4543
Upon receiving a valid notice, we will remove or disable access to the allegedly infringing material and may notify the user who posted it. If you believe your material was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification containing enough information for us to identify the material and stating under penalty of perjury that its removal was a mistake. You must also consent to the jurisdiction of the federal court in Georgia (or your local U.S. judicial district if different). We may restore the material if the original complainant does not initiate legal action within the timeframe required by law.

19.PRIVACY POLICY

For details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please review our Privacy Policy, which is hereby incorporated by reference. By using the Site, you also agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to both these Terms and the Privacy Policy, you must discontinue using the Site.

BY USING THIS SITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD,
AND AGREE TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.