Privacy Policy
Introduction
The Aid Association for the Blind of the District of Columbia respects the privacy of organizations and individuals who interact with our website and grantmaking programs. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information provided to us through our website and grant application process.
Information We Collect
We may collect information from nonprofit organizations and individuals when they submit grant inquiries, applications, or other materials through our website or email.
Information collected may include:
- Organization name and contact information
- Names and contact details of staff or representatives
- Organizational mission and program descriptions
- Geographic area served
- Project descriptions and funding requests
- Financial information, including budgets and financial statements
- Proof of tax-exempt status and other supporting documentation
We may also collect limited technical information through website usage tools, such as browser type or general website usage data, to help improve our website.
How We Use Your Information
Information submitted to the Aid Association is used solely for purposes related to our charitable activities, including:
- Reviewing and evaluating grant applications
- Communicating with applicant organizations
- Making grant decisions
- Administering and monitoring grant awards
- Improving our grantmaking processes and website
Information may be reviewed by the Aid Association’s Board of Directors, staff, and authorized advisors involved in the grant evaluation process.
Information submitted as part of a grant application is used solely for evaluation and administration of grants and will not be used for marketing or solicitation purposes.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal or organizational information.
Information submitted as part of a grant application may be shared with:
- Members of the Aid Association Board of Directors
- Authorized advisors or consultants assisting with grant evaluation
- Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law
In some cases, we may publicly acknowledge grant recipients or summarize funded projects on our website or in reports.
Protection of Information
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the information submitted to us from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Services
Our website may use third-party services or tools (such as website hosting providers or online donation platforms) that may process limited information in connection with website functionality. These services operate under their own privacy policies.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may include links to other organizations or external websites. The Aid Association for the Blind of the District of Columbia is not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how information submitted to us is used, please contact:
Aid Association for the Blind of the District of Columbia
Email: info@aidassociationdc.org