Privacy & Terms of Use

Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

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Thank you for visiting Seed Sower, Inc. (“Seed Sower”, “we” or “us”).  Seed Sower is committed to respecting your privacy and safeguarding the information you choose to share with us. This notice explains our online information practices and the choices you can make about the way your information is used on this website (“Website”).  The Website is intended for users age 13 and older. If you are under 13, do not use or provide any information on this Website or through any of its features. If you believe that a child under 13 has provided personal information to us, please notify us promptly at info@seedsowerinc.org. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take reasonable steps to delete such information in accordance with applicable law. The Website is not directed to children under 13, and Seed Sower complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act and its implementing regulations to the extent applicable. Without limiting the foregoing, Seed Sower will process the personal information of minors in accordance with applicable law, including any restrictions or consent requirements applicable to the collection, use, disclosure, sale, sharing, targeted advertising, profiling, or other processing of personal information of minors. This page explains how information collected through our Website is used and the steps we take to help protect it. 

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Information We Collect

​Depending on how you use our website, we may collect information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, employment inquiries, and resumes.

 

We may automatically collect certain non-personally identifiable information when you visit this Website – such as the type of browser you are using, the type of operating system you are using, and the domain name of your Internet service provider.  We may also use third-party software or analytics services to track visitor, session and campaign data and track Website usage, or otherwise collect information about your use of the Website, such as pages visited, referring and exit pages, dates and times of visits, and other usage information.

 

Information you voluntarily provide may include your name, contact information, employment-related information, information contained in a resume or application, and other information you choose to provide. Please do not submit information through the Website that you do not want Seed Sower to receive or that you are not authorized to provide.

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How We Use Information

​Information collected through our Website may be used for purposes related to operating and improving our Website and providing information and services, including: to respond to questions and requests, send newsletters if you have consented to receive them, improve Website content and visitor experience, and evaluate Website traffic and overall Website performance.

We may also use information as reasonably necessary to maintain the security and functionality of the Website, prevent misuse or fraud, comply with legal obligations, enforce our policies, and otherwise operate our organization.

 

We do not sell or rent personal information collected through our website.

 

Website Analytics

​Seed Sower uses standard website analytics tools, including third-party services, to better understand how visitors use our website. This information is reviewed in aggregate to help improve website performance, content, and visitor experience.  We may use cookies in order to facilitate the use of these analytics tools, with respect to our Website visitors. Seed Sower may use personally identifiable information together with Analytics to track and analyze the web pages visitors visit or emails that are opened so that it can better understand and improve its services. 

 

Third-Party Services

​Certain features of our website connect to third-party service providers or other third parties. These include PayPal for online donations, the Behave Health platform for admissions applications, and Facebook or other social media platforms for social media engagement. These providers maintain their own privacy policies and terms of use, and we encourage you to review those policies when using their services.  Seed Sower has no control over information that is submitted to, or collected by, these third parties, or over the content of these external websites.

 

Security

​Seed Sower takes precautions to protect your information. We use commercially reasonable efforts to maintain a secure data environment; however, we cannot guarantee the security of your personal information.

 

We do not directly collect or store credit or debit card information. Please do NOT include this information in the Contact form or any other communication. Seed Sower works with third party vendors that specialize in facilitating online payments. Any payment information should be communicated directly to these parties, to whom you will be directed by: (i) appropriate links on this Website, (ii) instructions in electronic mail, or (iii) links featured on these parties’ websites.

 

Recovery Admissions Application

​The Recovery Admissions Application is completed through the Behave Health platform. Information submitted through that application is governed by the privacy and security practices of the Behave Health system.

 

Seed Sower does not control the information collected through the Behave Health platform and does not make representations regarding the privacy or security practices of that platform. Please review the applicable Behave Health privacy policy and terms before submitting information through the admissions application.

 

Your Privacy Rights

​Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Request information about the personal information we have collected, used, disclosed, shared, sold, or otherwise processed about you.

• Request access to, and a copy of, your personal information.

• Request that we correct inaccurate personal information we maintain about you.

• Request that we delete your personal information, subject to applicable legal exceptions.

• Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information, targeted advertising, or certain profiling activities, as applicable. We do not sell or share personal information or use it for targeted advertising, nor do we disclose personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes; however, applicable law requires that we inform you of these rights.

• Not be discriminated against for exercising your applicable privacy rights.

 

To submit a request or ask a question regarding your privacy rights, please contact us at info@seedsowerinc.org.

 

Contact Form

​Our contact form is intended for general questions and requests for information. Please do not submit confidential medical or behavioral health information through this form.

 

If you are interested in applying for recovery services, please use the Apply page to access our secure admissions application platform.

 

Terms of Use

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General Use of This Website

This website is operated by Seed Sower, Inc. (“Seed Sower,” “we,” or “us”). The information and materials available through this website are provided for general informational purposes.

 

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and to use the Website and its content only for lawful purposes. If you do not agree to these Terms of Use, please do not access or use the Website.

You agree not to use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with another person's use or enjoyment of the Website. You also agree not to attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website, its systems, or information that is not intentionally made available to you.

 

Seed Sower may modify, suspend, or discontinue the Website or any portion of its content or functionality at any time.

 

Knowledge Center

​The information provided in the Knowledge Center is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to constitute, and should not be relied upon as, medical, behavioral health, mental health, legal, or other professional advice. The content is not a substitute for consultation with qualified healthcare, behavioral health, legal, or other appropriate professionals regarding your individual circumstances.

 

Use of the Knowledge Center does not create a provider-patient, counselor-client, therapist-client, attorney-client, or any other professional relationship with Seed Sower, Inc. If you have questions regarding your health, recovery, or legal rights, you should consult an appropriately qualified professional.

 

If you are experiencing a medical emergency or are in crisis, call 911 or seek immediate emergency assistance. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or a mental health crisis in the United States, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as a recommendation, endorsement, diagnosis, treatment plan, or individualized advice regarding any person's medical, behavioral health, mental health, recovery, legal, or other circumstances.

 

Third-Party Content and Links

​This website, including the Knowledge Center, may contain links to websites, information, resources, or materials provided by third parties. These resources are provided for informational purposes and as a convenience to website visitors. Seed Sower is not responsible for the accuracy or availability of third-party resources. The inclusion of a link or third-party resource does not necessarily constitute Seed Sower’s endorsement of the information, services, products, or opinions provided by that third party.

 

Accuracy and Availability of Information

Seed Sower makes reasonable efforts to provide useful and current information. However, information available through this website may change over time. Seed Sower does not guarantee that all information on the website or information available through linked third-party resources is complete, current, accurate, or error-free.

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Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, original content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and other materials created by or for Seed Sower, is owned by or licensed to Seed Sower and may be protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable intellectual property laws.

 

Materials and content identified as belonging to third parties remain the property of their respective owners.

Except as expressly permitted by Seed Sower, you may access and view the Website and its content for your personal, noncommercial use. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publicly display, publish, transmit, sell, license, create derivative works from, or otherwise exploit Website content without the prior written permission of Seed Sower or the applicable rights holder.

 

Nothing in these Terms of Use grants you any right, title, or license to use Seed Sower’s name, trademarks, logos, or other intellectual property except as expressly permitted in writing.

 

Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Website or its content:

• For any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation;

• To interfere with the operation, security, or integrity of the Website or its underlying systems;

• To attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its systems, or another person's information;

• To introduce malicious code, viruses, or other harmful or disruptive materials;

• To use automated means to access, scrape, copy, harvest, or collect content or information from the Website, except as permitted by applicable law or expressly authorized by Seed Sower; or

• In any manner that could reasonably be expected to harm Seed Sower, its users, or the operation of the Website.

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Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. Seed Sower disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of accuracy, completeness, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and noninfringement, except to the extent that such warranties cannot lawfully be excluded.

 

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Seed Sower, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profits, revenues, business opportunities, data, or goodwill, arising out of or relating to your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the Website or its content, even if Seed Sower has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

 

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Seed Sower will not be responsible or liable for any loss or damage arising from your reliance on information provided through the Website, including information provided through the Knowledge Center or through links to third-party resources.

 

Nothing in these Terms of Use is intended to exclude or limit liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.

 

Indemnification

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Seed Sower, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms of Use, your unlawful use of the Website, or your violation of the rights of another person.

 

Termination

Seed Sower may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time if we reasonably believe that you have violated these Terms of Use or if necessary to protect the Website, Seed Sower, or others.

 

Provisions of these Terms of Use that by their nature should survive termination will survive, including provisions concerning intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and governing law.

 

General Provisions Applicable to This Document

 

Updates to This Page

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Seed Sower may update this Privacy and Terms of Use document periodically to reflect changes to our Website, services, legal requirements, or our practices. When we make changes, we will post the updated version on this page and update the “Last Updated” date below.

 

Changes to the Privacy Policy will apply as permitted by applicable law. Changes to the Terms of Use will become effective when posted, unless a different effective date is stated. Your continued use of the Website after revised Terms of Use are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms of Use, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

 

Last Updated: August 31, 2026

 

Governing Law

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This Privacy and Terms of Use document will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of West Virginia, without regard to its conflict-of-laws principles, except to the extent otherwise required by applicable law.

 

Severability

If any provision of this Privacy and Terms of Use document is determined to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

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No Waiver

A failure by Seed Sower to enforce any provision of this Privacy and Terms of Use document does not constitute a waiver of that provision or Seed Sower’s right to enforce it in the future.

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Questions

If you have questions regarding this page or our website privacy practices, please contact at info@seedsowerinc.org.