The Unleashing Potential website (this “Website”) is owned by Inner City Missions of the United Church of Christ in St. Louis (UP). UP is committed to protecting the privacy of its members, volunteers, staff and donors. Except as provided below with appropriate permissions, we do not sell, rent, lend, trade or otherwise furnish our constituents’ names, addresses, phone numbers or other personal information to individuals, organizations or entities outside of the organization. All personal information we receive from and about clients, volunteers, staff and donors is strictly confidential. Organizational files are protected and are used for the sole purpose of administering information as it relates our programs and organization.
Publication of Images and Stories
From time to time, UP may publish photographs, video, names and/or select story-related information of and about participants in our programs in its printed and digital newsletters, educational materials, in its annual report to the community, on its website, on digital social media sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, and/or in connection with media requests and news releases. This information will be published and provided only with the prior written permission of the participants, their parents or guardians, as applicable.
Publication of Donor Names
UP anticipates that it may recognize donors on this Website, through communication materials, event signage and materials, and in an annual report to the community. Donors who wish not to be named in online and/or print publications should notify UP in writing that they wish to remain anonymous.
UP values donor privacy and implements strict policies regarding the storage and destruction of confidential donor information. UP will not sell, share or trade our donors’ names or personal information with any other entity.
Privacy Policy for Web Users
There is no need to register or log in to the Website. Individuals are permitted to browse freely without submitting personal information.
We collect no personal information when you visit our website unless you voluntarily submit information: (1) to inquire about services offered, (2) to donate or volunteer, (3) to register for our communication materials, (4) to register for an event, (5) to receive information regarding our programs and services, or (6) to request additional information.
At this time, using this Website carries the same general risks as using any other http:// site on the Internet. Please note that UP may use mailing addresses, phone numbers, e-mail addresses and other information received through these channels to add to and update its mailing lists and organizational files. All information received is treated as confidential. Organizational files are protected and are used for the sole purpose of administering constituent information as it relates to UP work.
Our website content platform automatically collects certain information from your computer (such as your Internet address and browser type) using two methods: (1) “cookies” and (2) log files.
There are two basic types of information that UP might collect: personal and non-personal information.
As you browse this Website, you may opt to provide UP with personal information. Personal information is information that contains identifiers such as your name, address, phone number, or email address.
UP may also collect non-personal information from you such as an internet protocol address (typically referred to as an “IP address” and defined below) and browsing variables (like your web browser, referral links, or how much time you spent at our website). Although this information may on rare occasion be used to identify you, UP typically uses this information to improve your experience and the experience of other visitors to this Website. UP may use cookies to collect this type of information.
What’s a cookie? A cookie is a small data text file that individual websites store on your computer’s hard drive — if your web browser permits. The website can later retrieve that cookie to let us know you have been to our site before. Cookies typically make your use of the site easier, make the site run more smoothly, and help us to maintain a secure site. Many websites use cookies. You are free to decline our cookies if your browser permits, but some parts of our site may not work properly if you do that.
Session Cookies. Session cookies are data that get stored on the user’s hard drive containing information about the user visit to this Website. Usage of a cookie is not linked to any personally identifiable information while on our site. We use cookies to track a user’s path for security purposes, to collect aggregate web statistics and in an effort to enhance the experience on our site. If you wish to block, erase, or be warned of cookies, please refer to your browser instructions or help screen to learn about these functions. If a user rejects a cookie, they may still use our site, however, they will be limited in some of its areas. For example, the user may not receive certain information from us.
What’s an IP address? An IP address is a unique number, assigned to each and every computer and other device on the Internet. Your computer, your phone, your e-reader, and other electronic devices, are all assigned IP addresses.
Log Files or Persistent Cookies. We use IP addresses to analyze trends, administer the site, track user’s movement, and gather very broad demographic information for aggregate use. IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable information.
When does UP collect this information? We collect non-personal information from you as you use any of the pages on our website. We collect personal information from you only when you specifically provide it to us — for example, if you fill out a form or send us an email.
This Website may contain links to other websites. Please be aware that UP is not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites.
If you believe UP is not abiding by its posted Privacy Policy or if you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how personal information collected on our website is used, you can contact us at:
Unleashing Potential
1000 N. Vandeventer
St. Louis, MO 63113
314-561-3337
