Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Adopt-A-Student respects and protects the privacy of all visitors, donors, and supporters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information you provide to us through our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, and payment details (only when making a donation or filling out a form).
Non-Personal Information: Browser type, IP address, device information, and pages visited, collected through cookies and analytics tools.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

Process donations and send acknowledgments
Respond to inquiries or requests
Share updates about our programs, events, or fundraising campaigns (if you opt-in)
Improve our website and services through data analytics

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

Donation Security

All online donations are processed through secure third-party payment gateways. We do not store full credit card information on our servers. Industry-standard encryption and data protection measures are used to safeguard your transaction.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to receive updates from Adopt-A-Student, you may opt out at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails or by contacting us directly.

Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to track visitor activity and improve user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer not to share this data.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. To do so, please contact us using the information below.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Adopt-A-Student Program
49 Elm St.

Worcester, MA 01609
(508) 929-4323

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website after changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.