Terms & Conditions

Blast Equality Collab (the "Organization," "we," "us," or "our"), is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to leadership through officiating. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website at https://www.blastequalitycollab.org (the "Site"), our nonprofit programs, events, referee training, and related services. ref-ology serves as our valued collaboration partner providing coaching for referees assigned through our programs. By accessing the Site, registering for events, or participating in Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site or Services.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to participate in adult programs or referee training. For youth programs, a parent or legal guardian must register and agree to these Terms on behalf of the minor. By registering, you confirm you have the authority to bind yourself or the minor.

2. Programs and Events

Referee Training and Leadership Programs: Our nonprofit Services include officiating training, game-day experiences, and leadership development through sports. ref-ology coaches provide mentorship for referees assigned by Blast Equality Collab. Participation is at your own risk.

Blast Equality Events: Events and youth engagement programs may involve physical activity. You assume all risks of injury, illness, or property damage.

Schedules and Changes: We may cancel or modify events due to weather, safety, or other reasons. No refunds unless specified.

3. Liability Waiver, Release, and Indemnification

In consideration of being permitted to participate in Blast Equality Collab programs, events, referee training, or workshops ("Activities") coached by ref-ology, I, for myself, my heirs, personal representatives, and assigns, hereby:

RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE Blast Equality Collab (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit), its directors, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, ref-ology coaches, facilities used, and assigns (collectively "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, including negligence, resulting in personal injury, death, illness, accidents, property damage, or loss sustained by me while participating in Activities or on premises/transportation to/from Activities.

VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISKS inherent to sports officiating and leadership training, including but not limited to physical contact, falls, equipment failure, or actions of other participants.

AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Released Parties from any claims, actions, suits, costs, expenses, damages, liabilities, and attorney fees arising from my participation.

4. Media Release and Publicity Consent

I consent to Blast Equality Collab taking photographs, video recordings, audio, or electronic representations ("Images") during Activities. I grant a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, edit, publish, distribute, exhibit, or alter these Images for nonprofit promotional, educational, or fundraising purposes. I waive any right to compensation or approval and release Released Parties from liability related to such use.

5. Payments and Cancellation Policy

Program fees and donations support our 501(c)(3) mission and are non-refundable, including Virtual Meeting Registrations. Late cancellations or no-shows may incur charges.

6. Intellectual Property

The Site and materials (logos, content, videos) are property of Blast Equality Collab, a 501(c)(3) or licensed to us. You may not copy, distribute, or use commercially without permission.

7. User Content

By submitting content (e.g., testimonials, photos), you grant us a perpetual, royalty-free license to use it for our nonprofit promotional and fundraising purposes.

8. Termination

We may suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, our total liability shall not exceed fees or donations paid by you. We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or punitive damages.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by California law. Disputes shall be resolved in Los Angeles County courts.

11. Changes

We may update these Terms. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

Contact us at admin@blastequalitycollab.org with questions.