Does the text mention any specific contract third-party beneficiary clauses related to C12 Group?
C12_Group Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
parties, whether one or more individuals or an entity, listed as Franchisee on the Summary Page (the "Franchisee").
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Franchisor and Franchisee enter into this Agreement before the Lord, for His purposes, with the expectation of this relationship modeling the attributes of a covenant which is made for mutual benefit and producing great eternal fruit. In doing so, Franchisor and Franchisee promise to fulfill this Agreement in harmony with the highest standards of Christian love and consideration as contained in the Bible and the teachings of Jesus Christ, pledging to honor one another and to work together for the glory of God. Further, Franchisor and Franchisee openly submit all interaction subsequent to the execution of this Agreement to the scrutiny of God and our brothers and sisters in Christ, promising to
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 C12 Group Franchise Disclosure Document does not explicitly contain the phrase "third-party beneficiary clause." However, the franchise agreement includes recitals that suggest a moral and ethical framework that could be interpreted as creating obligations towards third parties.
Specifically, the agreement states that both C12 Group and the franchisee enter the agreement "before the Lord, for His purposes," expecting the relationship to model a covenant for mutual benefit. They promise to fulfill the agreement according to Christian standards, honoring one another and working together for the glory of God. Furthermore, they submit all interactions to the scrutiny of God and their "brothers and sisters in Christ," promising to conduct business affairs in love and honor.
While not a legally binding third-party beneficiary clause, this language indicates that C12 Group franchisees are expected to conduct business in a way that benefits not only themselves and the franchisor but also the broader Christian community. Prospective franchisees should seek legal counsel to fully understand the implications of these recitals and how they might affect their business operations and relationships with third parties.