Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 25, 2025

Welcome to Target Community & Educational Services, Inc.! We take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the practices described below. For any questions, please contact us at privacy@targetcommunity.org.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to support our mission and serve you better. This includes:

  • Contact Form Data: Your name, email address, phone number, and message when you reach out through our contact form.
  • Application Form Data: Personal and background information provided via applications for services or programs. We treat this sensitive information with the utmost care.
  • Google Analytics: Anonymous data such as your IP address, browser type, and usage patterns—used to enhance the website and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data only for purposes aligned with our mission, including:

  • Responding to Inquiries: To provide requested information or support.
  • Processing Applications: To evaluate and fulfill service-related requests.
  • Improving the Website: To analyze performance and usability.
  • Communications: To send newsletters or updates (only with your consent).

3. Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data with trusted third-party service providers, like Google Analytics, to support our website and services. These partners are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

We may disclose your information when required by law, subpoena, or legal process. If possible and legally permitted, we will notify you of such disclosure.

4. Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies to:

  • Store your preferences
  • Understand how users interact with our website
  • Improve functionality and content

You can control cookies via your browser settings. For more information, review our Cookie Policy.

5. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption and secure servers, to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or misuse. While no system is completely secure, we regularly update our procedures to minimize risk.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data
  • Restrict or object to data processing
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights or inquire further, contact us at privacy@targetcommunity.org.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. After that, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we have unintentionally collected such data, we will promptly delete it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal obligations. We will update the “Last Updated” date accordingly and encourage you to check this page periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please contact us:

Phone: 410-848-9090

Thank you for being part of the Target Community family. We’re committed to protecting your privacy so you can focus on what matters most: empowering lives and building inclusive communities.