Privacy policy.

Effective Date: February 15, 2025
Last Updated: February 15, 2025

The Canton Education Foundation ("Foundation," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, donors, and applicants. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect it.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

  • Names and email addresses (e.g., from donation forms, event registrations, and newsletter sign-ups).

  • Scholarship application data, which may include information from minors.

  • Payment details are NOT collected or stored by the Foundation. Donations are processed through third-party payment providers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect personal information to:

  • Process event registrations and donations.

  • Communicate with donors, scholarship applicants, and event attendees.

  • Manage grant and scholarship applications.

  • Send updates, newsletters, and fundraising appeals (with the option to opt out).

3. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We do not sell or share personal information for marketing purposes. However, we share necessary data with:

  • Payment processors to handle donations securely.

  • Cloud-based donor management software for record-keeping and communication.

Sponsors and partners do not have access to user data.

4. User Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of communications at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" in our emails or contacting us directly.

  • Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data by emailing [contact email].

5. Data Security & Retention

We take appropriate security measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Encryption of stored and transmitted data.

  • Secure servers with restricted access.

  • Cloud-based services that comply with industry security standards.

User data is retained in secure, cloud-based services for as long as necessary to fulfill the Foundation’s mission.

6. Minors & Scholarship Applicants

We collect information from minors who apply for scholarships. By submitting an application, the applicant or their parent/guardian consents to the collection and processing of personal data for scholarship evaluation purposes.

7. International Users

Our website is intended for users in the United States. If you are accessing our Site from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be stored and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in the United States.

We do not actively target individuals outside the U.S. If you are an international user and have concerns about your data, please contact us at edufoundation@cantonisd.com.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to make a data request, contact us at:
📧 Email: edufoundation@cantonisd.com
📍 Address: 1045 S Buffalo, Canton, TX 75103