Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PlantRise ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or participate in our programs.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number
• Mailing address
• Date of birth and age
• Employment history and educational background
• Program application information

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process program applications and enrollment
• Communicate with you about our programs and services
• Provide support and respond to inquiries
• Improve our website and services
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations
• Track program outcomes and measure impact

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Partner organizations for program delivery
• Employers for job placement services (with your consent)
• Service providers who assist our operations
• Government agencies as required by law or for grant reporting
• Funders and donors (in aggregate, anonymized form only)

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

7. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us: