Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 29, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Wells Mountain Initiative (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit or interact with our website https://www.wellsmountaininitiative.org/ or otherwise communicate with us (collectively, the “Services”). For purposes of this Privacy Policy, “you” and “your” means you as the user of the Services, whether you are a website visitor, scholarship applicant, or any other individual whose information we collect.

By using our Services, you consent to the practices outlined below. If you are located in jurisdictions with specific privacy rights (e.g., European Union, California), additional rights may apply as described.

1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, applicable laws, or regulatory requirements. We will post the updated version on our website and update the “Last updated” date accordingly.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Identifiers: Name, address, phone number, email address

  • Application Data: Educational history, written statements, documents submitted

  • Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, interaction with our website

  • Account Data: If you create a profile on our scholarship portal

  • Communication Data: Content of inquiries or messages sent to us

Some of this information may be considered “personal data” or “personal information” under applicable laws like the GDPR or CCPA.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To process and evaluate scholarship applications

  • To respond to inquiries and provide support

  • To communicate important program updates

  • To maintain and improve the functionality of our website

  • To ensure compliance with legal obligations and enforce our terms

We do not sell your personal information.

4. Legal Bases for Processing (for EEA/UK Residents – GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: Where you have given clear permission (e.g., email subscriptions)

  • Contractual necessity: To fulfill our obligations in processing your application or inquiries

  • Legal obligation: To comply with legal requirements

  • Legitimate interests: For purposes like site improvement, security, and communication (only where these do not override your rights)

5. Your Rights (GDPR, UK GDPR, and CCPA/CPRA)

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including:

For EEA/UK Residents (under GDPR):

  • Access to your personal data

  • Rectification of inaccurate data

  • Erasure (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restriction or objection to processing

  • Data portability

  • The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

For California Residents (under CCPA/CPRA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected and how it’s used

  • Right to request deletion of your personal data

  • Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal data (Note: We do not sell or share personal data)

  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
 📧 info@wellsmountaininitiative.org

6. International Data Transfers

We operate from the United States, and your information may be processed in the U.S. or other countries. Where required by law, we implement safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) for international data transfers.

7. Data Security and Retention

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. No system is 100% secure. We retain data only as long as necessary for our purposes or as required by law.

8. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Operate and improve our site

  • Understand how users interact with our content

  • Remember your preferences

You can manage cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe we have collected such data, contact us to request deletion.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing any personal information.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your data rights, contact:

Wells Mountain Initiative
 25D Main Street
 Bristol, VT 05443
 USA
info@wellsmountaininitiative.org

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Privacy Policy​

Wells Mountain Initiative is committed to safeguarding your privacy both offline and online, whether you’re a donor or just a visitor to our website.

Please read the following policy to understand how the information we’ve collected is used.

Personal Information
We only collect personal information, such as your full name, address, email address, telephone numbers, and credit/debit card details, if you voluntarily provide it to us. This usually happens when you make a donation or subscribe to our e-Newsletter. This information is necessary for us to process your donations, respond to your inquiries, and keep you informed about our programs, campaigns, and events.

Wells Mountain Initiative guarantees that any personal information collected, including full name, address, email address, telephone numbers, and credit/debit card information, will never be shared or sold with anyone else. Additionally, the organization will not send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations.

Accessing/Updating Information
To access, modify or delete your personal information, please contact us. You can choose to stop receiving all communications, including email appeals, direct mail appeals, newsletters, etc., by contacting us at info@wellsmountaininitiative.org.

Protection of Information
Our website is equipped with an SSL Certificate to ensure that your personal information remains secure and inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. This certificate creates a secure connection between your browser and our website, ensuring that all information passed between the two is private and encrypted. As a result, SSL encryption prevents hackers from stealing sensitive information such as credit card numbers, names, and addresses.

Change to Privacy Policy
Wells Mountain Initiative reserves the right, at any time and without notice, to modify this policy by posting such changes on its site. Any modifications are effective immediately upon posting.

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