Effective Date: January 2023

At Veneeta Scholarship Fund, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of the personal information entrusted to us by our website visitors, applicants, and scholarship recipients. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information we gather through our website. By accessing and using our website, you agree to the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect:

1.1 Personal Information:

We may collect personal information, such as your name, contact details (including email address, phone number, and mailing address), date of birth, educational background, and any other information you voluntarily provide to us when applying for a scholarship or contacting us through the website.

1.2 Non-Personal Information:

We may also collect non-personal information, such as browser type, IP address, referring website, and browsing patterns, through the use of cookies or similar technologies. This information is collected to enhance your browsing experience and improve our website’s functionality.

Use of information

2.1 Personal Information:

We collect and use your personal information for the following purposes:

• To process scholarship applications and assess eligibility.
• To communicate with applicants and scholarship recipients regarding their application status and scholarship-related matters.
• To provide information about our scholarship programs, events, and other relevant updates.
• To respond to inquiries and provide support to website visitors.
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

2.2 Non-Personal Information:

Non-personal information is collected and used to analyze website usage patterns, track visitor trends, and improve our website’s design and functionality. This information is aggregated and does not personally identify you.

Disclosure of Information:

3.1 Service Providers:

We may disclose personal information to trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting scholarship evaluations, or providing support services. These service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality and security of the information.

3.2 Legal Compliance:

We may disclose personal information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.

3.3 Consent:
We will not disclose your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

Data Security:

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Third-Party Websites:

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that this Privacy Policy applies solely to our website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those websites before providing any personal information.

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 you are under 13, please do not provide any personal information on our website or through any other means.

Changes to the Privacy Policy:

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised policy on our website. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our privacy practices.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at scholarship@actofhumanity.org. By using our website, you signify your consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.