Privacy Policy

 

This Privacy Policy applies to your use of the website operated by the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, Inc. ("ELCMC") and governs how we collect, use, and protect personal information submitted through this site or in connection with our digital services.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

  1. Definitions

“Account”: Personal details, credentials, or payment information provided to access certain features or services.
“Content”: All text, images, video, software, or other materials appearing on this website.
“Data”: Any personal or usage information submitted to or collected from this website.
“Service”: All tools, resources, and information offered through the website.
“System”: Communication tools such as contact forms, message boards, or similar features.
“User” / “Users”: Any individual who accesses the website and is not an employee of ELCMC acting in the course of their employment.

“Website”: The site currently in use and its subdomains.

  1. Data We Collect

ELCMC may collect the following information:

  • Full name and contact details (email, phone, address)
  • Date of birth, demographic data, or job title
  • Information required for program participation (e.g., income or family details)
  • Financial information for eligibility purposes
  • Automatically collected technical information (e.g., IP address, browser type, device information)
  • Navigation behavior (pages visited, duration, referring URLs)
  1. How We Use Your Data

Your data may be used to:

  • Provide requested services and resources.
  • Provide information related to ELCMC or community programs and events.
  • ELCMC program eligibility.
  • Verify eligibility for early learning programs.
  • Maintain internal records.
  • Improve website content, functionality, and user experience.
  • Respond to questions or requests.
  • Send important updates or service-related communications.
  • Fulfill legal, regulatory, or funding requirements.

All personal data is stored securely in compliance with relevant data protection standards.

  1. Disclosure to Third Parties

ELCMC will not disclose your personal information to third parties for marketing or unrelated purposes. Additionally, SMS opt-in and phone numbers collected for SMS consent will not be shared with any third party and affiliate company.

We may disclose limited data only:

To fulfill our services (e.g., with trusted vendors or state agencies, when necessary), as required by law, subpoena, or regulatory obligation, or to protect the safety or rights of children and families in our programs. When information is shared for these reasons, it is limited to the minimum necessary and only with appropriate safeguards in place.

  1. Third-Party Services

We may use secure third-party providers (e.g., hosting, payment processors, IT support) to deliver or maintain website services. These vendors are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it for the intended purpose.

  1. Controlling Your Data

Users may have opportunities to:

  • Limit promotional messages.
  • Request access to or correction of their information.
  • Withdraw consent to certain uses of data.
  • Request deletion of certain records (as permitted by law).

All requests can be submitted to ELCMC using the information in Section 11.

  1. Your Right to Withhold Information

You may use public areas of our website without submitting personal data. However, some features or services may require personal information to function properly.

  1. Accessing or Updating Your Information

You may request to review or update the personal information we hold about you. To do so, please contact us using the information in Section 11.

  1. Data Security

ELCMC takes security seriously. We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

  1. Changes to This Policy

ELCMC may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any changes will be posted to this page with the revised effective date. Continued use of the website after changes indicates your acceptance of the revised terms.

 

To ask questions, update your data, or submit a privacy request, contact:

Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, Inc.
600 8th Avenue West, Suite 100
Palmetto, FL 34221

Phone: 941-757-2900
Email: info@elc-manatee.org

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