Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 26, 2026
Introduction
The Boggs Academy National Alumni Association ("BANAA," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website boggs-academy.com.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for membership
- Apply for scholarships
- Make donations
- Register for events or reunions
- Contact us via forms or email
- Subscribe to our newsletter
This information may include:
- Name and contact information (email, phone, address)
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
- Educational history and graduation year
- Relationship to Boggs Academy
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Device information
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process membership applications and renewals
- Evaluate scholarship applications
- Process donations and payments
- Send newsletters and updates about BANAA activities
- Organize reunions and events
- Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users (e.g., payment processors, email service providers)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal obligations)
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent where we rely on consent to process your information
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Boggs Academy National Alumni Association
Email: scholarship@boggs-academy.com
Phone: (843) 372-4925