Africano Waltham
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Africano Waltham respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit our website, contact us, or participate in our programs.
- Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Messages or inquiries submitted through our contact forms
Volunteer or program interest information
Newsletter sign-ups
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information unless it is necessary to provide a requested service or program.
- Information About Children
Africano Waltham serves children and youth through its programs.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children online without parental or guardian involvement.
Any information related to minors is collected offline, with parental consent, or through program registration processes handled by Africano staff.
- How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to questions and inquiries
Provide information about programs, events, or services
Communicate with volunteers, participants, and families
Improve our website and community services
Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
- How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your information, including:
Secure website hosting
Limited access to personal data by authorized staff only
Using trusted third-party tools for email, forms, and donations
While no system is 100% secure, we work hard to protect your data and privacy.
- Sharing of Information
We may share information only when necessary to:
Operate our programs and services
Comply with legal requirements
Work with trusted service providers (such as email or donation platforms)
These partners are required to protect your information and use it only for the intended purpose.
- Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or basic analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site. This helps us improve content and usability.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
- Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites (such as social media platforms or partner organizations). Africano Waltham is not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
- Your Choices
You may:
Request access to your personal information
Ask us to update or correct your information
Opt out of emails or newsletters at any time
To make a request, contact us using the information below.
- Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
- Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us:
Africano Waltham
703 Main St
Waltham, MA 02451
📧 info@africanowaltham.org
📞 (781) 298-1545