Welcome to American Grant Association
At American Grant Association, we respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have about your data.
By using our services at americangrantassociation.org, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide
When you create an account or use our services, you give us:
- Name, email, phone number, and mailing address
- Demographic details (age, location, income range, education)
- Project or organizational information
- Payment and billing information
- Messages and support requests
B. Information We Collect Automatically
When you use our website, we automatically collect:
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Device type, browser, and IP address
- Cookies and usage data to improve your experience
C. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from:
- Payment processors
- Public databases (for grant eligibility verification)
- Analytics providers
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Match you with relevant grant opportunities
- Deliver the services you purchased
- Process payments and manage your account
- Communicate with you about services and grant opportunities
- Improve our platform and personalize your experience
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
- Comply with legal obligations
3. How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information.
We share your information only in these situations:
- Service providers: With trusted partners who help us operate (payment processors, cloud hosting). They’re required to protect your data.
- With your consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information with grant organizations or other services.
- Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety.
- Business transfers: If our company is acquired or merged, your information may be transferred.
Aggregated data:
We may share anonymized statistics that don’t identify you personally.
4. Your rights and choices
You have the right to:
- Access your data: View your personal information in your account or request a copy.
- Update information: Correct or update your profile anytime in your account settings.
- Delete your account: Request deletion by emailing support@americangrantassociation.org. We’ll process this within 30 days.
- Opt out of marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional emails using the link in any email or in your account settings.
- Control cookies: Manage cookies through your browser settings.
California residents have additional rights under CCPA, including the right to know what data we collect and request deletion. Contact us to exercise these rights.
5. Data Security
We protect your information using:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Secure servers with restricted access
- Encrypted password storage
- Regular security audits and monitoring
While we implement strong security measures, no system is completely secure. Please use a strong password and keep your login credentials private.
6. Data Retention
We keep your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After you delete your account, we remove your data within 30 days, except information we must retain for legal or accounting purposes.
Inactive accounts (no activity for 3 years) may be deleted after notification.
7. Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze site usage and improve services
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work if cookies are disabled.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not for anyone under 18. We don’t knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we’ve collected a child’s information, we’ll delete it immediately.
9. International Users
Our services are based in the United States. If you use our services from outside the U.S., your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to external sites we don’t control. This Privacy Policy doesn’t apply to those sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing information.
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. When we do:
- We’ll update the “Last Updated” date
- For major changes, we’ll notify you by email or website notice
- Continued use of our services means you accept the changes
12. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy?
Email Us: support@americangrantassociation.org
We’ll respond within 2 business days.
We collect only what we need to help you find grants, we protect your information, we don’t sell your data, and you have full control over your information.
By using our services, you acknowledge that you’ve read and agree to this Privacy Policy.