Effective Date: 02/05/2026
RichArts (“RichArts,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. This website may be visited by middle school and high school youth, so we aim to keep our practices clear and responsible.
1) Who This Policy Applies To
This policy applies to information collected through the RichArts website and related online services (such as our contact forms and newsletter signup).
2) Information We Collect
A) Information you provide to us
We may collect information you choose to share, including:
Name
Email address
Phone number (optional)
School or organization name (optional)
Messages you send through forms
Program interest details (age range or grade, interests, availability)
Note for youth: Please do not submit sensitive personal information through the website (like your home address, passwords, Social Security number, or medical information).
B) Information collected automatically
When you visit the site, we may automatically collect basic technical information, such as:
Device type and browser type
IP address (often used for security and basic analytics)
Pages you view and actions you take on the site
Approximate location (city/state level, based on IP)
Date/time of visit and referral source
This information is typically collected through cookies and similar technologies.
3) How We Use Information
We use information to:
Respond to messages and inquiries
Provide program information and updates
Process program interest forms and participation requests
Improve the website and understand what content is helpful
Send newsletters or announcements (if you sign up)
Protect the safety and security of our website and community
Meet legal or compliance obligations when required
4) Youth Privacy and Parent/Guardian Guidance
RichArts is committed to protecting young visitors. Our website is designed to share information about programs, and we encourage youth to involve a parent/guardian before submitting forms.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive information from youth through this website. If you believe a young person has submitted personal information without appropriate permission, contact us and we will address it.
Parent/Guardian note: If you want to review, update, or delete information submitted by your child, please contact us at the email listed in the “Contact Us” section below.
5) Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Make the website work properly
Remember preferences
Understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it
We may use website analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar services) to help us measure traffic and usage trends. These tools may collect information like pages visited, time on site, and device/browser type.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some parts of the site may not work as intended.
6) Email and Communications
If you sign up for our newsletter or submit a form, we may send you emails related to RichArts. You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us.
We may still send important non-marketing messages if needed (for example, program-related updates).
7) When We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only in limited situations, such as:
Service providers: trusted vendors who help run our website, email, forms, analytics, or program tools (they are expected to protect information and use it only to provide services to us)
Legal and safety reasons: if required to comply with law, enforce policies, or protect the rights and safety of our community
Business changes: if RichArts is reorganized or merged, information may transfer as part of that change (we would continue to protect it under a similar policy)
8) Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal information, but no system is perfectly secure. Please avoid sending sensitive information through website forms.
9) Data Retention
We keep information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, including program operations, communications, and legal requirements. We may delete or anonymize information when it is no longer needed.
10) Your Choices and Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:
Request access to personal information we hold about you
Ask us to correct or update information
Ask us to delete certain information
Opt out of marketing emails
To make a request, contact us using the information below.
11) Third-Party Links
Our website may link to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
12) Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will change the effective date at the top when we do. Your continued use of the site means you accept the updated policy.
13) Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to make a privacy request, contact us:
RichArts
Email: info@richarts.org
Location: Atlanta, GA