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Privacy Policy

Effective as of February 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Classes 4 Classes, Inc. ("C4C," "we," "us," or "our"), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, collects, uses, and protects information through our website at classes4classes.org. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways: information you provide directly to us, and information collected automatically when you visit our website.

Information You Provide

When you submit an Act of Kindness or use other interactive features on our website, we may collect:

  • School level (e.g., elementary, high school)
  • School name
  • Class name or identifier
  • Email address
  • A written description of the act of kindness
  • An optional photograph or image

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on those pages
  • Referring and exit pages
  • Date and time of your visit
  • Device and operating system information

This information is collected through cookies and standard server log files and is not linked to any personally identifiable information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To review, approve, and display Acts of Kindness submissions on our website
  • To communicate with submitters regarding their entries
  • To send administrative notifications to our team about new submissions
  • To improve and maintain the functionality and performance of our website
  • To monitor and prevent misuse of our website
  • To comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information for advertising or marketing purposes unrelated to our nonprofit mission.

3. Children’s Privacy

C4C is committed to protecting the privacy of children. In compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13.

Acts of Kindness submissions involving students under 13 are made by teachers, educators, or other authorized adults acting on behalf of their classrooms. These adults are responsible for obtaining any necessary parental or guardian consent before submitting information or images involving students.

If you believe that a child under 13 has provided personal information through our website without appropriate adult authorization, please contact us immediately at info@classes4classes.org, and we will take steps to remove that information.

4. Cookies

Our website uses cookies, which are small text files stored on your device, to help us understand how visitors use our site and to improve your browsing experience. Cookies may be used to remember your preferences and to collect aggregate usage data.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Approved Acts of Kindness submissions (including school name, class name, description, and images) are displayed publicly on our website. Email addresses are never displayed publicly.
  • We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering our programs, such as web hosting providers. These providers are obligated to keep your information confidential.
  • We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or government request.
  • We may share information to protect the rights, safety, or property of C4C, our users, or the public.

We do not sell your personal information to any third party.

6. Data Retention

We retain approved Acts of Kindness submissions for as long as they remain part of our public gallery, in support of our educational mission. Email addresses and other contact information associated with submissions are retained for as long as necessary to communicate with submitters and manage content.

If you would like to request the removal of a submission or any associated personal information, please contact us at info@classes4classes.org. We will process your request in a timely manner.

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions
  • Opt out of any future communications from us

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@classes4classes.org. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. All submissions are reviewed and approved before being made public, which serves as an additional safeguard for submitted content.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services, including donation platforms (such as Givebutter) and social media platforms. These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with through our website.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective as of" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Classes 4 Classes, Inc. • Email: info@classes4classes.org • Website: classes4classes.org