C.A.N. Community Auction Store Terms & Conditions

(For Business Owners & Consumers — Updated with Discount Purchasing, Beta Test, Subscription Model, Community Funds, and Vested Membership)

SECTION 1 — PURPOSE OF THE C.A.N. COMMUNITY AUCTION STORE

The C.A.N. Community Auction Store (“C.A.N. Store”) is a promotional marketplace operated by Promote Black Business LLC (PBB). Its purpose is to advertise, promote, and increase visibility for Black‑owned businesses while giving consumers access to deep‑discount offers similar to Groupon (50%–90% off).

During the pre‑launch beta test, all revenue generated through consumer purchases is reinvested into the completion of PBB’s pre‑launch preparation for April 2027.

SECTION 2 — TERMS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS

2.1 Promotional Purpose Only

Items submitted to the C.A.N. Store are used solely for advertising and promotional exposure on the PBB App. They are not retail orders and do not generate direct revenue for your company.

Your submission fee covers PBB’s cost to:

• Market your item
• Manage your listing
• Maintain your leads list
• Place your leads into the PBB automation system
• Direct customers to your website, store, or social media

2.2 Retail & Wholesale Value Disclosure

Business owners must provide accurate retail value and wholesale value for each item. These values ensure proper representation and valuation inside the C.A.N. system.

2.3 Shipping or Delivery Information

If your item requires shipping or delivery, you must provide:

• Shipping or delivery options
• Estimated delivery times
• Applicable fees
• Local delivery radius (if offered)

2.4 Exposure & Lead Generation

The more items you contribute, the more:

• Exposure your business receives
• Leads are added to your list
• Traffic is directed to your digital platforms

PBB does not guarantee sales or conversions.

2.5 Approval & Removal Rights

PBB may approve, modify, or remove any submission that does not meet brand standards or community guidelines.

SECTION 3 — TERMS FOR CONSUMERS

3.1 Deep‑Discount Purchasing

Consumers may purchase promotional items at 50%–90% off, similar to Groupon. These purchases support the beta test phase and help finalize the PBB App’s pre‑launch development.

3.2 Beta Test Revenue Allocation

During the beta test, 100% of consumer purchase revenue is invested into:

• Pre‑launch development
• System completion
• Infrastructure preparation for April 2027

Consumers understand that purchases during this phase are part of a testing environment.

3.3 No Direct Retail Fulfillment by PBB

PBB does not ship or fulfill products. Consumers redeem their promotional purchase directly with the business owner.

SECTION 4 — POST‑LAUNCH TERMS (Effective After April 2027)

4.1 Subscription Access

After the official launch, the C.A.N. Store will no longer be free. Access will require a monthly subscription.

4.2 Revenue Distribution

After launch, all purchases made through the C.A.N. Store will be evenly distributed between:

• The Community Fund
• The Youth Fund

These funds are established by Promote Black Business LLC in partnership with vested C.A.N. members.

4.3 Vested Membership Requirements

To become a vested member, subscribers must:

• Complete 12 consecutive months of subscription
• Maintain an active subscription thereafter

4.4 Membership Transferability

Vested membership is:

• Willable
• Transferable

This ensures long‑term generational value.

4.5 Promotional Points

Subscribers earn promotional points redeemable after the re‑launch. Points may be used for:

• C.A.N. Store deals
• Partner discounts
• Monthly drawings
• Giveaways
• Ticket sales
• Special offers

SECTION 5 — COMMUNITY FUND & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

5.1 Purpose of the Funds

The C.A.N. Fund, Youth Fund, and related drives are designed to:

• Engage C.A.N. members
• Support listed business owners
• Build community infrastructure
• Create economic opportunities
• Establish sustainable ownership models

5.2 Community Voting

Vested members vote on how funds are invested into community infrastructure projects that:

• Create jobs
• Strengthen local economies
• Build long‑term sustainability
• Expand Black‑owned economic power

SECTION 6 — GENERAL TERMS

6.1 Accuracy of Information

All information submitted or displayed must be accurate. PBB is not responsible for errors provided by business owners.

6.2 Intellectual Property

Business owners retain ownership of all submitted materials but permit PBB to use them for promotional purposes.

6.3 Updates to Terms

PBB may update these terms at any time. Continued participation constitutes acceptance.

SECTION 7 — PRIVACY & COMMUNICATION RIGHTS

Promote Black Business LLC is committed to protecting the privacy of all C.A.N. participants. Consumer information collected through the C.A.N. Community Auction Store will not be shared, sold, or distributed to any outside party. By bidding on or purchasing a promotional item, consumers agree that Promote Black Business LLC may send email or text communications containing additional information or offers on behalf of the participating business whose product or service they engaged with. Consumers may unsubscribe from these communications at any time.