Positive Strides Center Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 23, 2026
Positive Strides Center ("we," "our," or "us") is a nonprofit therapeutic horseback riding organization located in Preston, Maryland. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our volunteers, participants, donors, and other individuals who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
3. Text Message (SMS) Communications
Positive Strides Center may send text messages (SMS/MMS) to individuals who have provided their mobile phone number and explicitly opted in to receive such communications. Messages may include volunteer scheduling, program updates, event reminders, and organizational announcements.
By opting in to receive text messages from Positive Strides Center, you agree to the following:
4. How We Share Your InformationWe do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Donor and financial records are retained in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards.
6. Data SecurityWe take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and ChoicesYou have the right to:
8. Children's Privacy
Positive Strides Center serves participants of all ages, including minors. Personal information about minors is collected only with parental or guardian consent and is used solely to provide therapeutic services and ensure participant safety. We do not knowingly collect data from minors for marketing purposes.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website (positivestridescenter.org) may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated policy on our website and update the effective date above. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact UsIf you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
Positive Strides Center
Timber Grove Farm, Preston, MD
Email: [email protected]
Website: positivestridescenter.org
Positive Strides Center ("we," "our," or "us") is a nonprofit therapeutic horseback riding organization located in Preston, Maryland. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our volunteers, participants, donors, and other individuals who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number
- Participation and enrollment information for riders and volunteers
- Donation history and payment information (processed securely through third-party platforms)
- Health and medical information necessary for therapeutic program participation
- Emergency contact information
- Photographs or video taken at organization events, with consent
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To communicate with volunteers, participants, and donors about programs, schedules, events, and organizational updates
- To send text messages (SMS/MMS) to individuals who have opted in to receive mobile communications from us
- To process donations and maintain donor records
- To ensure participant safety and coordinate therapeutic services
- To fulfill legal and regulatory obligations
- To improve our programs and services
3. Text Message (SMS) Communications
Positive Strides Center may send text messages (SMS/MMS) to individuals who have provided their mobile phone number and explicitly opted in to receive such communications. Messages may include volunteer scheduling, program updates, event reminders, and organizational announcements.
By opting in to receive text messages from Positive Strides Center, you agree to the following:
- Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.
- Message frequency will vary based on organizational needs and events.
- You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. You will receive a confirmation and will be removed from our messaging list.
- For help, reply HELP or contact us at [email protected].
- We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile phone number with third parties for their marketing purposes.
4. How We Share Your InformationWe do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
- With service providers who assist us in operating our programs (e.g., email platforms, SMS providers, payment processors), under confidentiality agreements
- As required by law, regulation, or court order
- To protect the safety of participants, volunteers, or the public
- With your explicit consent
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Donor and financial records are retained in accordance with nonprofit accounting standards.
6. Data SecurityWe take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and ChoicesYou have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations
- Opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP
- Opt out of email communications by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly
8. Children's Privacy
Positive Strides Center serves participants of all ages, including minors. Personal information about minors is collected only with parental or guardian consent and is used solely to provide therapeutic services and ensure participant safety. We do not knowingly collect data from minors for marketing purposes.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website (positivestridescenter.org) may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated policy on our website and update the effective date above. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact UsIf you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
Positive Strides Center
Timber Grove Farm, Preston, MD
Email: [email protected]
Website: positivestridescenter.org
