P.E.A.C.E. and H.O.P.E. Bulldog Foundation in Action

The P.E.A.C.E. and H.O.P.E. Center for Youth Bulldog Scholarship Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “the Foundation”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all applicants, donors, partners, and participants. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard information provided to us through scholarship applications, website interactions, events, and donations.

By applying for the Bulldog Scholarship, submitting information to us, or engaging with our programs, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Statement.

For Scholarship Applicants:

• Full name, address, phone number, and email address
   
• Date of birth and demographic information (optional and used for equity tracking only)
   
• School transcripts, essays, and recommendation letters
   
• Financial information (if required for demonstrating need)
   
• Post-secondary institution acceptance or enrollment documentation
   

For Donors and Partners:

• Name, organization, contact details, and donation history
   
• Payment information processed through secure, third-party payment platforms
   
• Communication preferences and acknowledgments
   

For Website Visitors:

• Non-identifiable technical data such as IP address, browser type, and site usage, collected via cookies or analytics tools to improve website performance and user experience.
   

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• To review, evaluate, and administer scholarship applications
   
• To communicate with applicants, recipients, and donors
   
• To issue scholarship awards and verify enrollment
   
• To recognize donor contributions and send receipts or impact reports
   
• To improve program operations, website functionality, and community outreach
   
• To comply with reporting obligations required by donors, grantors, or regulatory agencies
   

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your information may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:

• With authorized staff, scholarship reviewers, and board members for the purpose of application evaluation
   
• With educational institutions for verification of enrollment or fund disbursement
   
• With trusted service providers (e.g., website host, payment processors) who are bound by confidentiality agreements
   
• As required by law, subpoena, or other legal process
   

All parties handling applicant or donor data are required to adhere to strict confidentiality and security protocols.

Data Retention

We retain applicant and donor information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Scholarship application materials may be stored securely for up to three years for recordkeeping and reporting purposes.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate administrative, physical, and electronic safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes encryption of sensitive information, password-protected databases, and limited access granted only to authorized personnel.

Applicant and Donor Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data held by the Foundation
   
• Request corrections or updates to inaccurate or outdated information
   
• Request deletion of your data where legally permissible
   
• Withdraw consent for non-essential data processing
   

Updates to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with a new “last updated” date.