Effective date: January 1, 2026
Rise Above Poverty Inc ("we," "our," or "us") operates this website ("Site"). We are committed to protecting the privacy of students, families, donors, volunteers, and community members who interact with us.
Information we collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, apply for a scholarship, volunteer, or make a donation. This may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and any information you choose to share in a message or application. We also collect limited technical information (such as browser type, device type, and pages visited) through standard web analytics tools to help us improve the Site.
How we use information
We use the information you provide to respond to your inquiries, review scholarship applications, coordinate volunteer opportunities, acknowledge donations, and share news about our organization. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Donations
Donations are securely processed by our third-party payment partner, Every.org. When you donate, you provide payment information directly to Every.org. Rise Above Poverty Inc does not receive or store your credit card, bank account, or other financial information.
Cookies and analytics
We use limited cookies and third-party analytics services to understand how visitors use our Site so we can improve it. See our Cookie Policy for details.
Data retention and security
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we hold.
Your choices
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by emailing info@riseapi.org. You may unsubscribe from newsletters at any time using the link at the bottom of any email.
Children's privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.
Contact
Questions about this policy? Email info@riseapi.org or write to PO Box 1482, Meridian, MS 39302.