GenTece are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our students, families, donors, volunteers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information.

We may collect the following types of information:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Student registration and emergency contact information
• Donation and payment information
• Volunteer application information
• Website usage data through cookies and analytics tools
• Photos or videos taken during programs or events (with permission when required)

We use collected information to:

• Provide educational programs and services
• Communicate with families, donors, volunteers, and supporters
• Process donations and event registrations
• Improve our website, programs, and outreach efforts
• Share updates, newsletters, and program announcements
• Maintain the safety and well-being of participating children

GenTech Empowerment takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to safeguard personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties. Information may only be shared:

• With trusted service providers assisting our operations
• When required by law
• To protect the safety and rights of participants and the organization

Because we serve children and youth, we take extra precautions to protect their privacy. Parent or guardian consent may be required for participation, photography, media use, or collection of personal information.

All online donations and payments are processed through secure third-party payment providers. GenTech Empowerment does not store full payment card information on our servers.

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and monitor website performance. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings.

You may request to:

• Review or update your personal information
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Request removal of your information from our records where applicable

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Cathyerine Bethea
Founder & Executive Director
GenTech Empowerment
4035 University Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
📧 cathyerineb@gentechempowerment.org
📞 (336) 303-1066

GenTech Empowerment reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.