PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: 1/26

Youth Play USA (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, applicants, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we safeguard your data.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following information:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Donation amounts and history
Scholarship application information
Volunteer or partnership inquiries

Automatically Collected Information

We may collect certain information automatically when you visit our website, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Cookies and analytics data

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Process donations and send tax receipts
Communicate updates, newsletters, and impact stories
Respond to inquiries
Manage scholarship applications
Improve website performance
Maintain internal records

Donor Privacy

Youth Play USA respects donor confidentiality.

We do NOT:

Sell donor information
Share donor information with unaffiliated third parties
Publish donor names without permission

Anonymous giving is always available.

How We Protect Your Information

We use industry-standard safeguards, including:

Secure payment processors
Encrypted data transmission
Restricted internal access
Regular security reviews

Sharing of Information

We may share information **only with trusted service providers** that support:

Payment processing
Email communications
Website analytics
CRM systems

These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

Improve functionality
Understand visitor behavior
Personalize user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

Your Rights

You may request to:

Update your information
Opt out of communications
Request deletion of your data (where legally permitted)

Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 **without parental consent**.

Scholarship applications require review and approval by a parent or legal guardian.

Parents or guardians may request access to, correction of, or deletion of a child’s information by contacting us.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page.

Youth Play USA
Email: shelly@youthplayusa.org
EIN: 84-4082875

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Terms of Use

**Last Updated:** 1/26

By accessing or using the Youth Play USA website (“Site”), you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

Acceptance of Terms

Your use of this Site constitutes acceptance of these Terms and our Privacy Policy.

Permitted Use

You agree not to:

Interfere with site functionality
Attempt unauthorized access
Use content for commercial purposes without permission
Upload harmful or malicious content

Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including text, images, graphics, logos, and design — is the property of Youth Play USA and protected by copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify content without written permission.

Donation Terms

All donations are voluntary
Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law
Youth Play USA’s EIN is **84-4082875**
Refunds may be issued only in limited circumstances

External Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or security of those sites.

Disclaimer

The Site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee:

Error-free operation
Uninterrupted access

Limitation of Liability

Youth Play USA is not liable for damages arising from:

Use of the Site
Inability to access the Site
Third-party actions
Errors or omissions

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Arizona.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of updated terms.

Youth Play USA
Email: shelly@youthplayusa.org
EIN: 84-4082875

Supporting America’s Youth in Sports, the Arts and Vocational Development.

EIN: 84-4082875 — Youth Play USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Contact
Shelly Kostic
CEO/Founder | Youth Play USA
(623) 299-0441

shelly@youthplayusa.org

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