Terms of Service

Last Updated: April 15, 2025

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the www.BurningSoulCollective.com Website ("Website") operated by Burning Soul Collective LLC, a nonprofit organization based in Tennessee, United States ("us," "we," or "our"). These Terms contain important information regarding your legal rights and obligations, including limitations of our liability. Your access to and use of this Website is conditional upon your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who wish to access or use the Website.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the Terms, then you do not have our permission to access or use the Website.

Story Submissions and Shared Content

Burning Soul Collective is a nonprofit organization focused on sharing real-life stories that inspire connection, healing, and hope. We collect and publish written, video, and audio-based stories through our Website, social media platforms, and potentially in curated publications such as books.

By submitting your story or content to us, you grant Burning Soul Collective a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, publish, and distribute your content on our platforms and affiliated publications. You retain ownership of your content but acknowledge that it may be edited for clarity or length, and shared publicly to inspire and support others.

We may contact you for additional permissions or clarification before publication. We will never share your contact information without your consent.

No Paid Programs or Services

As a nonprofit, Burning Soul Collective does not currently offer paid programs or services. Any donations made to support our mission are voluntary and non-refundable. We may occasionally offer physical products (e.g., books) or host fundraising campaigns, and any relevant purchase or shipping details will be outlined on the Website at that time.

Shipping Policy

If physical items (such as books or merchandise) are offered through our Website, they may be shipped either by us or a third-party distributor. Shipping fees and estimated delivery times will be disclosed during the checkout process.

Intellectual Property and Usage

All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, and media, is the property of Burning Soul Collective or used with permission and protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this site without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution.

You may share stories featured on our Website as long as they are properly credited to Burning Soul Collective and linked to the original source.

Code of Conduct for Community Participation

Burning Soul Collective is a space for authentic storytelling, empathy, and respectful engagement. We ask all participants and contributors to abide by the following values:

Be kind, courteous, and respectful of diverse perspectives.
Maintain privacy and confidentiality—what is shared in closed groups or private submissions should not be shared without consent.
No self-promotion, spam, or solicitation.
No hate speech, harassment, or bullying of any kind.

Violation of these standards may result in removal from participation in our digital spaces. As a nonprofit, we do not issue refunds for donations or contributions if someone is removed due to conduct violations.

Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

The content shared on this Website is for informational and inspirational purposes only. While we strive to uplift truthful, powerful stories, Burning Soul Collective makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content shared on the Website.

We are not liable for any errors, omissions, or outcomes related to your use of this Website or reliance on its content. You agree to use this Website at your own discretion and responsibility.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We do not control or endorse the content of these third-party sites and are not responsible for their practices, terms, or content.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Burning Soul Collective LLC
Lauren Eckhardt
hello@burningsoulcollective.com
PO Box 319
Thompsons Station, TN 37179
United States