Privacy Policy
Last Updated: [10/9/20205]
The Alexander City Schools Education Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “the Foundation”) values your trust and is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information of our donors, partners, and website visitors.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information from you in the following ways:
Personal Information: such as your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and payment details (when you make a donation or register for an event).
Non-Personal Information: such as your browser type, device information, and general site activity gathered through cookies or website analytics tools.
Voluntary Submissions: such as when you fill out a contact form, join our email list, or submit information to support our programs.
We only collect information that is necessary to fulfill our mission and maintain communication with our supporters.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect may be used to:
Process donations and provide receipts for tax purposes.
Communicate with you about Foundation events, scholarships, programs, and community initiatives.
Recognize donors in publications and event materials (unless anonymity is requested).
Improve our website and donor outreach efforts.
Comply with legal and financial reporting requirements.
We will never use your information for reasons unrelated to our mission without your consent.
3. Sharing of Information
The Alexander City Schools Education Foundation does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any organization or business.
We may share limited information with:
Trusted service providers who help us operate our website, process online donations (for example, through PayPal or Stripe), or send email communications.
Legal authorities if required to comply with applicable laws or regulations.
All third-party partners are required to keep your information secure and use it only for authorized purposes.
4. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Online donations are processed through secure, encrypted connections to ensure your financial information remains protected.
5. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to track general usage and improve site performance.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some site features may not function properly without them.
6. Donor Rights and Choices
As a supporter of the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation, you have the right to:
Request anonymity in any donor acknowledgments.
Update or correct your personal information.
Opt out of receiving future communications.
To make any of these requests, please contact us using the information below.
7. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect or store personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is inadvertently collected, we will delete it promptly.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may include links to third-party sites for convenience (such as school system pages, event sponsors, or donation processors).
The Foundation is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those external websites.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will always be available on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Alexander City Schools Education Foundation
c/o Alexander City Board of Education
375 Lee Street
Alexander City, AL 35010
📞 (256) 234-8600
📧 lharris7925@gmail.com