LEGAL
Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters. Learn how Unity For Veterans collects, uses, and protects your information.
Last Updated: August 2024
This Privacy Policy describes how Unity For Veterans ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information obtained through our website and event-related activities.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, organization, title
- Event Registration Data: Ticket preferences, accessibility needs, party size
- Sponsorship Information: Organization details, business category, partnership interests
- Nomination Data: Nominator and nominee information submitted through award forms
- Communication Preferences: Email/SMS consent selections, interest areas
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, interaction data
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Process event registrations and ticket requests
- Respond to sponsorship and partnership inquiries
- Send updates about the gala as requested
- Improve our website and event experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Prevent fraud and ensure security
Consent and Communication
We never pre-check consent checkboxes. You must actively opt in to receive email or SMS communications. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us directly.
Data Sharing
We do not sell personal information. We may share data with:
- MACV and Veterans6 Foundation (host organizations) for event coordination purposes only
- Service providers who assist in website operations, email delivery, or form processing
- As required by law or to protect rights and safety
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Event-specific data may be retained for record-keeping purposes.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for communications
- Data portability (where applicable)
Sensitive Information
This website does not collect clinical information, military records, disability documents, VA claim files, Social Security numbers, or protected health information. If such information is voluntarily provided through forms, it will be handled with appropriate care but we recommend not sharing sensitive personal data through web forms.
Children's Privacy
This website and event are not directed at individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Third-Party Links
Our website contains links to external sites, including MACV.org and veterans6foundation.org. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Review their privacy policies before providing information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage periodic review of this page.
Contact Us
For questions about this privacy policy or your personal information, please contact us.