Terms and Conditions (“Terms”)

Last updated: August 28, 2025

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before enrolling in or using the BOAT Program or any associated services.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with initial capital letters have meanings defined under the following conditions. The definitions apply regardless of singular or plural usage.

Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions:

  • “Account” means a unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service.

  • “Company” (referred to as either "the Company", "We", "Us" or "Our") refers to Petrus Development, LLC.

  • “Program” refers to the BOAT (Basic Online Advancement Training) course, including live cohort calls, course materials, community features, and related services.

  • “Service” refers collectively to the Website and the Program.

  • “Website” refers to the Petrus Development website accessible at petrusdevelopment.com.

  • “Content” refers to course materials, text, images, videos, or other information made available by the Company, and also to any material You may upload, post, or otherwise contribute.

  • “You” means the individual enrolling in the Program, or the company or organization on whose behalf such individual is enrolling.

Acknowledgment

These Terms govern Your participation in the Program and use of the Website. By enrolling, You agree to be bound by these Terms. If You do not agree, do not enroll or access the Service.

You represent that You are over the age of 18.

Your participation is also subject to Our [Privacy Policy], which governs how We collect, use, and disclose Your personal information.

Program Access and Scope of Service

Enrollment in BOAT provides You with:

  • Access to a 10-week training program with live cohort calls,

  • Digital course materials,

  • Access to a private online community (if applicable), and

  • Non-exclusive, limited rights to use course resources for Your organization’s internal fundraising purposes.

Payments and Refunds

Payments

You may choose one of the following payment options for the BOAT Program:

  1. Pay in Full – The full program fee is due at the time of enrollment and must be paid prior to the start of the Program.

  2. Installment Plan – You may elect to pay in four (4) equal monthly installments. The first installment is due at the time of enrollment. Subsequent installments will be automatically charged each month to the payment method on file until the balance is paid in full. Installment payments may extend beyond the duration of the Program.

By enrolling under either option, You agree:

  • To provide valid payment information and authorize recurring charges where applicable;

  • That all scheduled installment payments must be completed, regardless of Your level of participation in the Program, unless a refund is requested and granted under the Refund Policy described below; and

  • That failure to make timely payments may result in suspension or termination of access to the Program until payment is brought current.

If a payment is declined or otherwise fails, You will remain responsible for any unpaid balance. We reserve the right to use lawful collection methods to recover unpaid amounts.

Refund Policy

We guarantee that if You work through the course, attend the live cohort calls, and implement what You learn, by the time the 10 weeks are complete You will have a fundraising plan and a solid understanding of the core fundraising fundamentals.

We cannot guarantee specific fundraising outcomes (e.g., dollars raised), but we guarantee that You will receive $1,500 worth of value and service.

Refund Guarantee: If at any point during the program You are not satisfied with the level of service, You may email [email protected] and request a full refund. Refunds will be issued back to the original payment method within a reasonable timeframe.

License to Course Materials

All course materials are protected by copyright and remain the exclusive property of the Company. Subject to these Terms, You are granted a limited, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to use the materials solely for Your personal and organizational internal purposes.

You may not:

  • Copy, distribute, or share materials outside Your organization;

  • Resell, sublicense, or publicly display materials;

  • Record, reproduce, or distribute live sessions without Our prior written consent.

Community Standards and Conduct

If the Program includes interactive sessions or forums, You agree to:

  • Treat all participants with respect,

  • Avoid harassment, offensive, or discriminatory behavior,

  • Not solicit other participants for unrelated products or services, and

  • Not share or misuse confidential information shared within the Program.

We reserve the right to revoke access, without refund, for violations of these standards.

Educational Purpose / No Guarantee of Results

The Program is provided for educational purposes only. While We teach best practices and strategies, We make no guarantee that participation will result in specific fundraising outcomes. Implementation and results depend on factors outside Our control, including Your organization’s context, leadership, and donor base.

Termination of Access

We may suspend or terminate Your account or Program access if You:

  • Fail to pay required fees,

  • Violate these Terms, or

  • Engage in behavior detrimental to the Program or its participants.

Upon termination, Your license to use course materials immediately ceases, though any previously downloaded materials for permitted use may remain in Your possession.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • The Company’s total liability under these Terms is limited to the amount You paid for the Program.

  • The Company shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including loss of fundraising revenue or data.

  • Nothing in this section limits liability for gross negligence, willful misconduct, or where such limitation is prohibited by law.

“AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” Disclaimer

The Program and Website are provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

Force Majeure

We will not be liable for any delay or failure to perform caused by circumstances beyond Our reasonable control, including natural disasters, government actions, labor disputes, internet or hosting failures, pandemics, or other events of force majeure.

Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Any disputes shall first be attempted to be resolved informally by contacting Us. If unresolved, disputes will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules.

You waive any right to bring claims as a class action. Arbitration shall take place in Brazos County, Texas, unless otherwise agreed.

Severability and Waiver

If any provision is found unenforceable, the remainder of the Terms remains in effect. Our failure to enforce a provision shall not constitute a waiver of that provision.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Material changes will be notified by email or through the Website with at least 30 days’ notice. Continued participation after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms: