Our Organizational Privacy Policy

EFFECTIVE DATE: JANUARY 1ST, 2026

THESE POLICIES APPLY TO ALL CENTERS

1. Overview

SID Centers Inc. (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of participants, families, volunteers, donors, and website visitors.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Date of birth

  • Address

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Emergency contacts

  • School information

  • Demographic information

B. Sensitive Information

  • Medical conditions or allergies

  • Behavioral or support needs

  • Background check information (for mentors/volunteers)

C. Digital Information

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Website usage data

  • Cookies

D. Donation Information

  • Billing address

  • Payment details (processed via secure third-party platforms)

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide mentoring and program services

  • Communicate with participants and families

  • Ensure safety and compliance

  • Process donations

  • Improve our programs

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Send updates (with consent)

4. Text & Call Communications

If you opt in, we may use your phone number to send:

  • Text reminders

  • Program updates

  • Emergency notifications

You may opt out anytime by replying STOP or contacting us.

We do not sell phone numbers to third parties.

5. Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent personal information.

We may share information with:

  • Staff and approved volunteers (as necessary)

  • Medical providers in emergencies

  • Government authorities when legally required

  • Service providers assisting with operations (e.g., payment processors, background check providers)

All third parties are expected to maintain confidentiality.

6. Protection of Minors

We take special precautions when handling information of participants under 18.

  • Parental consent is required for data collection.

  • We limit public disclosure of minor participants’ personal information.

  • Media involving minors requires signed consent.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.

However, no system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Meet legal requirements

  • Resolve disputes

  • Maintain program records

9. Your Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion (subject to legal limitations)

  • Withdraw consent

Requests may be submitted to info@sidcenters.org.

10. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Store preferences

Users may disable cookies in browser settings.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Us

SID CENTERS INC.
PO BOX 151024, LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
INFO@SIDCENTERS.ORG
+1.888.546.0096
WWW.SIDCENTERS.ORG