https://www.ulohc.org/privacy-policy

    Privacy Policy

    Effective Date: September 8, 2026

    The Urban League of Hudson County, Inc. (“ULOHC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when you visit or use our website.

    This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect, how we use and protect that information, and the choices you may have regarding your information.

    By using the ULOHC website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

    1. Information We Collect

    We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

    • Contact us through our website
    • Register for an event or program
    • Make a donation
    • Subscribe to newsletters or other communications
    • Submit an application or request for services
    • Complete an online form or survey
    • Volunteer with ULOHC
    • Participate in programs, activities, or events
    • Communicate with us by email, telephone, or other methods

    Depending on the activity, the information we collect may include:

    • Name
    • Mailing address
    • Email address
    • Telephone number
    • Organization or employer
    • Information submitted through registration or application forms
    • Donation and transaction information
    • Other information you voluntarily provide

    We do not intentionally collect more personal information than is reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it is being collected.

    2. Information Collected Automatically

    When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically by our website hosting provider, analytics services, or other technology providers.

    This information may include:

    • IP address
    • Browser type
    • Device type
    • Operating system
    • Pages visited
    • Date and time of your visit
    • Referring website
    • General website usage information

    This information may be used to help us understand how visitors use our website, maintain website security, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve our website and services.

    3. Cookies and Similar Technologies

    Our website may use cookies and similar technologies.

    Cookies are small data files stored on your device that can help websites remember information about your visit and understand how visitors use a website.

    We may use cookies for purposes such as:

    • Website functionality
    • Security
    • Website analytics
    • Improving website performance
    • Remembering preferences

    You may be able to control or disable cookies through your web browser. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain portions of the website.

    4. How We Use Your Information

    ULOHC may use information we collect to:

    • Provide programs, services, and resources
    • Process donations and transactions
    • Register individuals for events and programs
    • Respond to inquiries and requests
    • Communicate with you about programs, services, events, and activities
    • Send newsletters or other communications when permitted
    • Maintain and improve our website
    • Analyze website usage and performance
    • Protect our website, users, and organization from fraud, abuse, or security threats
    • Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations

    We will use personal information for legitimate organizational purposes and in accordance with applicable law.

    5. Donations and Payments

    If you make a donation or payment through our website, your payment information may be processed by a third-party payment processor.

    ULOHC generally does not need to receive or store your complete credit or debit card number.

    Payment information is handled according to the privacy and security practices of the applicable payment processor. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party payment service used to process your transaction.

    6. Sharing of Information

    ULOHC does not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

    We may share information when reasonably necessary with:

    • Service providers who help us operate our website and programs
    • Payment processors
    • Website hosting and technology providers
    • Event registration or communications platforms
    • Professional advisors, such as attorneys, accountants, or auditors
    • Government agencies or law enforcement when required by law
    • Other parties when necessary to protect the rights, safety, property, or security of ULOHC, our users, or others

    When we use service providers to perform services on our behalf, we seek to use reasonable safeguards to protect personal information.

    7. Email Communications

    If you provide your email address, we may use it to communicate with you regarding:

    • Events
    • Programs
    • Services
    • Donations
    • Organizational announcements
    • Newsletters
    • Other information related to ULOHC

    If you receive promotional or newsletter communications from us, you may unsubscribe by following the unsubscribe instructions contained in the communication.

    Please note that even if you unsubscribe from certain communications, we may still send you transactional or administrative messages when necessary.

    8. Third-Party Websites and Services

    Our website may contain links to websites operated by third parties.

    These websites may include organizations, sponsors, partners, payment processors, social media platforms, registration services, or other resources.

    ULOHC is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, content, or policies of third-party websites.

    We encourage you to review the privacy policies of third-party websites before providing them with personal information.

    9. Social Media

    ULOHC may maintain social media accounts or provide links to social media platforms.

    Interactions with social media platforms are subject to the privacy policies and terms of those platforms.

    Information you publicly post or share on social media may be visible to others and may not be protected by this Privacy Policy.

    10. Children's Privacy

    Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable law.

    Certain ULOHC programs may serve children and youth. When information is collected as part of a program, registration, application, or service involving minors, we will handle that information in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

    Parents or legal guardians who have questions about information collected from a minor may contact ULOHC using the information provided below.

    11. Data Security

    ULOHC takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

    However, no website, electronic transmission, or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

    You should exercise caution when transmitting personal information over the internet.

    12. Data Retention

    We retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, maintain appropriate organizational records, comply with legal and regulatory requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements and policies.

    Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

    13. Your Privacy Choices

    Depending on applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, which may include the ability to:

    • Request information about personal information we maintain about you
    • Request correction of inaccurate information
    • Request deletion of information where legally applicable
    • Opt out of certain communications
    • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

    To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information provided below.

    We may need to verify your identity before completing certain requests.

    14. New Jersey Residents

    ULOHC is committed to handling personal information in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local privacy laws.

    If you are a New Jersey resident, certain privacy rights may apply to you depending on the nature of our relationship with you and the information we collect.

    If you have questions about your privacy rights or how your information is used, please contact us.

    15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

    ULOHC may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

    When changes are made, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy.

    We encourage you to periodically review this page to remain informed about how we protect personal information.

    16. Contact Us

    If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact:

    Urban League of Hudson County, Inc.

    Jersey City, New Jersey

    Email: dervin@ulohc.org

    Website: ULOHC.org

    For privacy-related requests, please include “Privacy Request” in the subject line of your email.

     

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