Jewish Parent Academy

    Privacy Policy

    Jewish Parent Academy (“JPA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), legally operating under Revitalization Community Involvement Initiative Inc., is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, apply for or participate in our cohort programs, register for events, make a donation, or communicate with us.

    1. Information We Collect

    We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as certain automated data when you visit our website:

    • Personal Details: Name, email address, physical address, phone number, and preferred language.

    • Program & Application Data: Information provided during cohort applications, such as family details, educational background, or event registration preferences.

    • Financial Information: Payment card details or bank info submitted when making a donation or paying a fee. (Note: Financial transactions are processed securely through third-party payment processors; JPA does not store credit card numbers on our servers).

    • Automated Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing activity collected via standard cookies and web analytics tools to improve site functionality.

    2. How We Use Your Information

    We use the information we collect to:

    • Administer cohort applications, educational workshops, and community events.

    • Process charitable contributions and issue tax receipts.

    • Send organization updates, newsletters, and announcements regarding upcoming programs.

    • Respond to inquiries and provide participant support.

    • Maintain internal records and ensure security compliance.

    3. SMS and Mobile Communications

    If you opt-in to receive text messages (SMS) from Jewish Parent Academy (such as event reminders, cohort updates, or urgent community alerts), we collect your phone number and consent.

    • How We Use Phone Numbers: Mobile numbers provided for SMS programs are used strictly to communicate regarding your cohort involvement, program updates, event logistics, or direct customer support.

    • Frequency & Costs: Message frequency varies based on program activity. Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.

    Opt-Out & Help: You can reply STOP at any time to opt-out of receiving SMS messages. Reply HELP for assistance, or contact us at info@jpacademy.org.

    SMS Opt-In Data Non-Sharing Clause

    No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

    4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

    We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share information in the following limited circumstances:

    Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment gateways, platform hosts, email distribution services) who assist us in operating our organization and website, under strict confidentiality obligations.

    Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or legal process, or to protect the safety, rights, or property of JPA, our participants, or the public.

    5. Donor Privacy

    We hold our donors’ personal information in strict confidence. We do not sell, share, or trade donor list information (names, emails, addresses, or telephone numbers) with any outside organizations for their own marketing purposes, nor do we send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations.

    6. Data Security

    We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure.

    7. Your Choices and Rights

    Email Subscriptions: You can unsubscribe from promotional or informational emails at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of our emails.

    Access & Updates: You may contact us to review, correct, or request deletion of personal information you have provided to us.

    8. Third-Party Links

    Our website may contain links to external websites (e.g., community partners, payment processors, or news outlets). JPA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party platforms.

    9. Contact Us

    If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us here.