Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 24, 2024

At the Charles Wesley Music Foundation (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “the Foundation”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any personal information you provide to us through our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:

Personal Information

This is information that identifies you personally, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment information (if you make a donation or register for an event)

We collect this information when you voluntarily submit it to us, for example, when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter

  • Make a donation

  • Register for events or programs

  • Submit a contact form

Non-Personal Information

This includes data that does not identify you personally, such as:

  • Browser type

  • Operating system

  • IP address

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

We may collect this information automatically through cookies, log files, and analytics tools to improve our website’s functionality and performance.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To communicate with you: We may send newsletters, respond to inquiries, or provide updates about events and programs.

  • To process donations: Your payment information is securely processed to fulfill your donation or registration.

  • To improve our website: Non-personal information helps us understand how visitors use our site and guides improvements.

  • To comply with legal obligations: We may use your information to comply with laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party providers who assist us in running our website, processing payments, or conducting communications. These providers are required to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we specify.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help us:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Improve website performance

  • Analyze website traffic

You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings; however, doing so may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Security of Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of sensitive information (e.g., payment details)

  • Secure servers for storing information

  • Access control to limit who can view your personal data

While we strive to protect your information, no data transmission or storage system can be guaranteed as 100% secure. If you have concerns about the security of your information, please contact us at privacy@cwmfdn.org.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as external music platforms or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Accessing your information: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correcting your information: You can request corrections to inaccurate personal information.

  • Deleting your information: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.

  • Opting out of communications: You can unsubscribe from newsletters or other communications by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@cwmfdn.org.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

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 updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@cwmfdn.org
Phone: (412) 448-2963
Mailing Address: PO Box 374, Sewickley, PA 15143