Ashanti Gumbo™ S.L.O.W.L.Y. Shipping Policy
Impeccably rooted in rhythm
🌿 What S.L.O.W.L.Y. Stands For
| Letter | Meaning | What It Means in Practice |
|---|---|---|
| S | Seasonal & Sustainable | We ship in monthly and seasonal batches to reduce waste and honor natural rhythms. |
| L | Local Love | We partner with local vendors and employ family members, even while traveling abroad. |
| O | Order Care | Every product is hand-packed with quality checks, prayers, and intention. |
| W | Well-Timed Fulfillment | We batch our orders for efficient, eco-conscious shipping—no scrambling or random rush orders. |
| L | Limited, but Lush | We’re a small team by design, creating spiritually-aligned, high-quality goods. |
| Y | Yielding Quality | If it’s not ready, it doesn’t ship. We move at the pace of excellence. |
📦 Shipping Schedule
| Type | Timing | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Shipments | End of each month | Supports sustainable flow and processing with care. |
| Seasonal Shipments | Just after Solstices & Equinoxes | Ensures you receive products aligned with the new season for full enjoyment. |
Order Cutoff: Orders placed by the 15th of the month are included in that month’s shipment. Orders placed after roll into the next cycle.
Holidays & Travel: Orders may be delayed slightly during major holidays or international travel, but they are always fulfilled with love by our community driven fulfillment team.
📥 Shipping Costs & Method
| Detail | Policy |
|---|---|
| Shipping Cost | USPS Flat Rate prices vary depending on what’s ordered. Check 👉🏾here for the most up-to-date list of prices for domestic and international shipping. |
| Why USPS? | USPS provides us with free supplies & pickup, reducing packaging costs and environmental impact. |
| Materials Used | All packaging is recycled, recyclable, or compostable. |
| International Shipping | Available to a limited number of countries with exceptional non-abusive shipping practices. |
❌ Returns & ♻️ Exchanges
| Policy | What You Should Know |
|---|---|
| Returns | Not accepted due to the nature of our products and our scale of production. |
| Exchanges | Case-by-case only. Must contact us within 7 days of delivery. |
| Eligible Exchange Reasons | Wrong item sent, item arrived damaged or unusable. |
| How to Contact Us | Email: peaceandlove@ashantigumbo.com |
📅 Fulfillment Team & Purpose
- Orders are fulfilled by family and trusted community members, especially when Obatalia is traveling abroad.
- This is not an online cash grab. It is a regenerative model that funds:
- Affiliate commissions to supporters
- A private NGO that offers free or subsidized healing services to those in need
- Community wealth for families connected to the business
🔄 Order Timeline Overview
- You place an order before the cutoff date (15th of the month)
- We gather your items, perform quality & ritual checks
- Family or community members prepare your package
- USPS flat rate shipment sent out during our monthly or seasonal batch window
- Tracking email is sent once your order leaves our hands
- Estimated delivery: 7–14 business days after shipment
Our Ethos
“When you order from Ashanti Gumbo™, you’re not just buying a product—you’re participating in a rhythm, a village, and a revolution of care.”
Thank you for moving S.L.O.W.L.Y. with us.