Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 21, 2025
Who We Are
America 250 NC – Guilford County is a community committee dedicated to planning and coordinating local activities for America’s 250th anniversary celebration in 2026. Our website address is: america250guilford.com.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
When you contact us through our website, we may collect:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Information about your interest in volunteering or participating in events
- Messages and feedback you send through our contact forms
- Information you provide when signing up for newsletters or event notifications
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Your IP address and general location information
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages you visit on our site and time spent on pages
- Referring website information
- Device information (mobile, desktop, tablet)
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve website functionality and user experience
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and communication
- Send information about committee activities and America 250 events
- Coordinate volunteer opportunities and community involvement
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal requirements
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in these circumstances:
- With your consent for specific purposes you approve
- With service providers who help us operate our website (hosting, email services, analytics)
- With partner organizations involved in America 250 activities, only when relevant to your interests
- As required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Third-Party Services
Our website may use third-party services including:
- Google Analytics to understand website usage (you can opt out at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout)
- Email service providers to send newsletters and updates
- Social media platforms for sharing content and community engagement
These services have their own privacy policies governing their data collection and use.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:
- Secure website hosting with SSL encryption
- Limited access to personal information
- Regular security updates and monitoring
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of email communications by using unsubscribe links
- Contact us with questions about your data
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 are a parent and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:
America 250 NC – Guilford County Committee
Email: America250Guilford@gmail.com
Consent
By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this privacy policy.
This privacy policy was last updated on September 21, 2025. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.