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Privacy Policy

Teen Navigate is a teen-founded, teen-run nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial literacy education and scholarship opportunities to students 18 years old and under.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of the students and families we serve. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information submitted through our website, scholarship application, and educational programs.

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1. Information We Collect

When students apply for a Teen Navigate scholarship, register for programming, or contact us, we may collect:

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Student Information

  • Full name

  • Date of birth

  • Grade level and school name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Phone number

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Parent or Guardian Information

(for applicants under 18)

  • Parent or guardian name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

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Scholarship Application Information

  • Essays and written responses

  • Academic information (such as GPA or transcripts, if requested)

  • Letters of recommendation

  • Financial information if required for need-based consideration

 

Website Usage Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • General usage data through cookies or analytics tools

We collect only information that is reasonably necessary to administer our programs and scholarships.

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2. How We Use Information

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Teen Navigate uses collected information to:

  • Review and evaluate scholarship applications

  • Communicate with students and parents or guardians

  • Verify eligibility

  • Award and administer scholarships

  • Provide financial literacy programming

  • Improve our website and educational offerings

  • Maintain nonprofit and legal compliance records

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

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3. Privacy of Minors

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Because many Teen Navigate participants are under the age of 18:

  • We collect only the information necessary to administer scholarships and programs.

  • We may require parent or guardian contact information for applicants under 18.

  • Parents or guardians may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their child’s information by contacting us at the email listed below.

Our practices are designed to comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), where applicable.

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4. How We Protect Information

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We take reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal information, including:

  • Secure online application platforms

  • Password-protected accounts

  • Limited access to applicant data

  • Secure cloud storage systems

While we strive to protect all personal information, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100 percent secure.

 

5. Sharing of Information

 

Teen Navigate may share information only with:

  • Scholarship selection committee members

  • Board members

  • Program administrators

  • Trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or application system

All individuals with access to applicant information are expected to maintain confidentiality.

We may disclose information if required to comply with applicable laws or legal obligations.

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6. Data Retention

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We retain application and program information only as long as necessary to:

  • Complete scholarship review and award processes

  • Maintain internal records

  • Comply with nonprofit reporting or legal requirements

After this period, information may be securely deleted.

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7. Cookies and Website Analytics

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Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use our site and to improve user experience.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

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8. Third-Party Links

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Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Teen Navigate is not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

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9. Photo and Public Recognition

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With appropriate consent from students and/or parents or guardians, Teen Navigate may publicly recognize scholarship recipients on our website, social media, or promotional materials.

We will not publish personal information beyond what is reasonably necessary for recognition purposes.

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10. Your Rights

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Students and parents or guardians may:

  • Request access to personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal requirements

Requests may be submitted to:

cole@teennavigate.org

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11. Updates to This Policy

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Teen Navigate may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

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12. Contact Us

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If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Teen Navigate
Email: cole@teennavigate.org

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