Effective Date: 10/16/2025
1. Introduction
The Jordan McNair Foundation, Inc. (“Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects the privacy of all individuals who interact with our website and mobile application (“Platform”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.
By using our Platform, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and physical location.
- Payment Information: Partial payment data provided through our payment processors (Stripe, Square, Bonterra).
- Account Information: Username, password, and profile details.
- Usage Data: Information automatically collected through cookies and analytics tools (including Google Analytics).
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and mobile device identifiers.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive health information or data beyond what is necessary for educational participation or payment processing.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide access to our K.O.B.Y. educational courses and certification platform.
- Process payments, donations, and registrations.
- Communicate updates, course information, and event details.
- Analyze site and app usage through Google Analytics.
- Improve our programs, operations, and user experience.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect against misuse or fraud.
4. Children’s Privacy
Our programs are designed for youth, but the Platform is intended for use under parental or institutional supervision. We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without appropriate consent.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade user information.
Personal data may be shared only with:
- Service providers necessary for operations (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers).
- Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.
All third-party processors maintain their own privacy policies and compliance obligations.
6. Cookies and Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect aggregated data about user interactions to help improve our content and functionality. Cookies may store anonymous identifiers but do not collect personally identifiable information. Users can disable cookies in their browser settings.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect personal information. However, no transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure. Users acknowledge that they provide information at their own risk.
8. Retention of Data
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
- Withdraw consent to certain uses.
- Request information about our data-handling practices.
To exercise these rights, contact us via:
https://thejordanmcnairfoundation.org/contact-us/
10. Mobile App Permissions
The mobile app may request access to device features such as the camera, storage, or notifications to enable full course functionality. Permissions are requested only when required and can be managed in your device settings.
11. International Users
If you are accessing the Platform from outside the United States, please note that your data will be processed and stored in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
12. Updates to this Policy
We may modify this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted to the Platform with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
https://thejordanmcnairfoundation.org/contact-us/