Effective Date: 04/10/25
The Maestro Duverny Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, scholarship applicants, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our website, make donations, submit forms, or interact with us online.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in the following ways:
• Contact Forms: Your name, email, phone number, and message.
• Donation Forms: Your name, email, donation amount, and payment details (handled securely by a third-party processor).
• Scholarship Applications: Applicant’s name, age, parent/guardian information (if under 18), academic and musical background, and media uploads (e.g., videos, essays).
• Newsletter Signups: Name and email address for updates and communications.
• Media Uploads: Photos, audio, and video files submitted as part of a scholarship or program application.
2. Media Uploads
If you upload images, videos, or audio files to our website (such as with a scholarship application), please avoid including any embedded location data (EXIF GPS) in those files. Uploaded content may be reviewed by our staff and trusted volunteers for application processing and may be used—with appropriate consent—for promotional or testimonial purposes.
3. Cookies
Our website may use cookies—small data files stored on your device—to improve user experience and analyze traffic. These may be used for:
• Keeping you logged in (if applicable)
• Remembering your preferences
• Understanding how users interact with our site
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being used. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
4. Embedded Content from Other Websites
Pages on our site may include embedded content (e.g., videos from YouTube, donation forms from third-party providers, or social media feeds). Embedded content behaves in the same way as if you visited that external website directly.
These third-party sites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional tracking, and monitor your interaction with their content—especially if you have an account and are logged into that site. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.
5. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
• Respond to inquiries or messages
• Process donations and send receipts
• Review scholarship applications
• Send updates, newsletters, or thank-you communications (with your consent)
• Improve our website functionality and content
6. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your information. We may share it only with:
• Trusted third-party vendors (e.g., donation processors, email services)
• Volunteers or staff directly involved in our scholarship review process
• Legal authorities, if required by law
All shared data is handled with strict confidentiality.
7. How We Protect Your Data
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. Payment information is encrypted and securely processed through PCI-compliant third-party providers.
8. Children’s Privacy
Because we serve youth, we take child privacy seriously. Any personal information collected from individuals under 18 is handled with parental or guardian consent and used only for the purposes intended (e.g., scholarship consideration). We do not knowingly collect or publish personal information of minors without proper permissions.
9. Your Rights & Choices
You can:
• Request to view, update, or delete your personal information
• Opt out of email communications
• Withdraw consent for use of media or application materials
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email listed below.
10. Third-Party Links
Our site may include links to external websites (e.g., music resources, partner organizations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. Please review their policies separately.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the site indicates your acceptance of any updates.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Maestro Duverny Foundation
📧 Email: [email protected]
