Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Elevate for Humanity ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.elevateforhumanity.org and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an account
• Apply for training programs
• Contact us for support
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include:

• Name, email address, phone number
• Mailing address
• Date of birth
• Employment history and education background
• Social Security Number (for WIOA eligibility verification)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website
• Device identifiers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process your applications and enrollments
• Provide training and educational services
• Communicate with you about programs, events, and updates
• Verify WIOA eligibility and process funding
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure security
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

Service Providers

Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including payment processing, data analysis, email delivery, hosting services, and customer service.

Government Agencies

WIOA administrators, WorkOne Indiana, and other government entities as required for program eligibility verification and compliance.

Employer Partners

With your consent, we may share your information with employer partners for job placement and apprenticeship opportunities.

Legal Requirements

When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve website performance
• Deliver targeted advertising

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

Third-Party Analytics

We use Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel to analyze website traffic and user behavior. These services may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at elevate4humanityedu@gmail.com

7. FERPA Compliance (Student Education Records)

Elevate for Humanity complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 U.S.C. § 1232g, which protects the privacy of student education records.

Student Rights Under FERPA

• Right to Inspect: Students have the right to inspect and review their education records within 45 days of request
• Right to Request Amendment: Students may request correction of records believed to be inaccurate or misleading
• Right to Consent: Students must provide written consent before we disclose personally identifiable information from education records, except as permitted by FERPA
• Right to File Complaint: Students may file complaints with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures to comply with FERPA

Education Records We Maintain

• Enrollment and registration information
• Academic transcripts and grades
• Attendance records
• Course completion certificates
• Financial aid and funding documentation
• Disciplinary records
• Accommodation and support service records

Disclosure Without Consent

We may disclose education records without student consent to:

• School officials with legitimate educational interest
• Other schools to which a student is transferring
• Authorized representatives for audit or evaluation purposes
• Financial aid organizations
• Organizations conducting studies for or on behalf of the school
• Accrediting organizations
• Comply with judicial orders or lawfully issued subpoenas
• Appropriate officials in health or safety emergencies
• State and local authorities within the juvenile justice system

Directory Information

We may disclose the following "directory information" without consent unless you opt out:

• Student name
• Program of study
• Dates of attendance
• Degrees, certificates, and awards received
• Participation in officially recognized activities

To opt out of directory information disclosure, submit a written request to: elevate4humanityedu@gmail.com

Data Retention

Student education records are retained for a minimum of 5 years after program completion or last date of attendance, in compliance with federal and state requirements. Transcripts are maintained permanently.

Annual Notification

We provide annual notification to students of their FERPA rights through email, student portal announcements, and this privacy policy. Students are notified of their right to inspect records, request amendments, consent to disclosures, and file complaints.

FERPA Complaints

File complaints concerning alleged FERPA violations with:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-8520

8. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately. For students under 18, we obtain parental consent as required by applicable law.

9. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: