Privacy Policy
First Generation to the Next ("FGN," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information obtained through our website, scholarship applications, workshop registrations, and other interactions with our organization.
By using our website or submitting information to us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Apply for a scholarship
- Register for a workshop or event
- Complete a contact form
- Subscribe to communications from FGN
- Participate in mentorship or educational programs
- Make a donation
Depending on the program or activity, information collected may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- School information
- Graduation year
- Educational background
- Scholarship essays and written responses
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Workshop registration information
- Emergency contact information (when applicable)
- Photographs, testimonials, or success stories voluntarily submitted to FGN
- Other information voluntarily provided by you
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect limited information such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on our website
- Referral sources
This information helps us understand website usage and improve our programs and services.
How We Use Your Information
FGN uses collected information to:
- Administer scholarship programs
- Evaluate scholarship applications
- Communicate with applicants, students, families, and supporters
- Register participants for workshops and events
- Provide educational resources and program updates
- Respond to inquiries
- Improve our website and services
- Maintain organizational records
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations
We only collect information that is reasonably necessary to support our mission and programs.
Scholarship Applications
Information submitted through scholarship applications is used solely for scholarship administration, evaluation, selection, and recipient support.
Application materials, including essays, transcripts, recommendation letters, and supporting documents, may be reviewed by authorized FGN staff, volunteers, and scholarship selection committee members involved in the award process.
Individuals participating in the review process are expected to maintain the confidentiality of applicant information and use it only for scholarship-related purposes.
FGN maintains scholarship records for operational, reporting, and historical purposes and takes reasonable measures to protect applicant information.
Scholarship Recipient Stories and Photos
FGN celebrates the achievements of scholarship recipients and program participants.
Recipients may be invited to provide photographs, testimonials, success stories, or other content for publication on the FGN website, social media channels, newsletters, and promotional materials.
Submission of photographs or testimonials is voluntary. FGN will request permission before publishing recipient stories, images, or personal profiles.
Workshop Registrations
Information collected through workshop registration forms is used to:
- Confirm registration
- Communicate event details
- Track participation
- Improve future programming
Workshop attendance data may be used in aggregate form to evaluate program effectiveness.
Sharing of Information
FGN does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, forms, email communications, analytics tools, or data storage systems
- With scholarship reviewers or selection committee members involved in award decisions
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect the safety, rights, or property of FGN or others
Any third-party service providers are expected to protect personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.
Website Analytics and Cookies
FGN uses analytics tools to better understand how visitors interact with our website and to improve the user experience.
These tools may include:
- Google Analytics
- HubSpot Analytics
These services may collect information such as:
- IP address
- Device type
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Referral sources
This information is generally used in aggregate form to help us improve website performance, scholarship outreach, educational programming, and communication efforts.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some website features may not function as intended.
Donations
FGN may accept online donations through third-party payment processors.
When donations are processed online, payment information is collected and managed by the payment processor and is subject to the processor's privacy and security practices. FGN does not store complete payment card information on its servers.
We may retain donor contact information for donation acknowledgments, tax documentation, and future communications related to our mission and programs.
Service Providers
FGN uses trusted third-party service providers to help operate its programs and website. These providers may include services for:
- Website hosting
- Online forms and applications
- Email communications
- Data storage
- Website analytics
- Donation processing
These providers are granted access only to the information necessary to perform services on behalf of FGN and are expected to maintain appropriate safeguards for personal information.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
FGN serves students, including individuals under the age of 18, through scholarships, workshops, mentorship, and educational programming.
Information submitted through scholarship applications, workshop registrations, and other program activities is collected solely for legitimate program administration purposes.
Parents or legal guardians who have questions regarding information submitted by a minor may contact FGN to request information, corrections, or assistance regarding the minor's records, subject to applicable legal requirements.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. FGN is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.
Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
- Access information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Update your contact information
- Request deletion of information where appropriate
- Opt out of non-essential communications
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
FGN may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, programs, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:
First Generation to the Next
Email: contact@fg2next.org
Website: www.fg2next.org