Privacy Policy

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

BDPA Twin Cities (“BDPA-TC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our students, families, donors, volunteers, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit BDPATC.org or interact with our programs and services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

You may provide personal information when you:

  • Register for programs or events

  • Complete student, parent, or volunteer forms

  • Donate or fundraise

  • Subscribe to emails or newsletters

  • Contact us via forms or email

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • School, grade level, or age (for student programs)

  • Parent/guardian contact information

  • Donation and payment details (processed securely by third-party providers)

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit BDPATC.org, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • Referral sources

This data helps us improve site performance and user experience.

2. Information About Children and Students

BDPA Twin Cities offers programs for minors. We:

  • Collect student information only with parental or guardian consent

  • Use student data solely for program administration, safety, communication, and reporting

  • Do not sell or commercially share student data

If you believe we have collected information from a child without proper consent, please contact us immediately.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Administer educational programs and events

  • Communicate with students, families, donors, and volunteers

  • Process registrations and donations

  • Improve website functionality and outreach

  • Meet legal, reporting, and grant-related requirements

We do not sell or rent personal information.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools to operate our website and programs, including:

  • Website hosting (e.g., Squarespace)

  • Email and communication platforms

  • Registration and form tools

  • Donation and payment processors

  • Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)

These providers only access information necessary to perform their services and are required to protect your data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

BDPATC.org uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Understand site usage

  • Improve site performance

  • Support analytics and communications

You can manage cookie preferences at any time (see Cookie Preferences below).

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While no system is 100% secure, we take data protection seriously and work to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at bdpa4youth@gmail.com.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

BDPA Twin Cities
Website: BDPATC.org
Email: bdpa4youth@gmail.com