Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 12, 2026

Introduction

Rise Thru Music ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website at www.risethrumusic.org (the "Site") or interact with our organization.

Rise Thru Music is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Marietta, Georgia, dedicated to providing individualized music instruction and mentorship to children in metro Atlanta's underserved communities.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Make a donation
  • Submit a program application for your child
  • Fill out a contact form
  • Sign up for our mailing list or newsletter
  • Apply to become a mentor or volunteer

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information (for donations). For program applications, we may also collect your child's name, age, school, and musical interests.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on the Site
  • Referring website or source
  • IP address
  • Device information

This information is collected through cookies and similar technologies used by our website hosting platform, HubSpot. This data helps us understand how visitors use our Site so we can improve it.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process and acknowledge donations
  • Evaluate and manage program applications
  • Match students with appropriate mentors
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Send updates about our programs and organization (with your consent)
  • Improve our Site and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Children's Privacy

Rise Thru Music serves children through our music mentorship programs. We collect information about minors only through their parents or legal guardians via our program application process. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 through our website. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us immediately so we can remove that information.

Information Sharing

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the Site and our programs (such as our website hosting platform, email service, and payment processor). These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
  • Consent: With your express consent for any purpose not described in this policy.

Donation Information

When you make a donation through our Site, your payment information is processed by our third-party payment processor. Rise Thru Music does not store your credit card or bank account information on our servers. Your donation history may be retained for tax reporting and acknowledgment purposes.

Cookies

Our Site uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience and analyze Site traffic. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to disable cookies, though this may affect the functionality of the Site.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You 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
  • Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Rise Thru Music Email: info@risethrumusic.org
Website: www.risethrumusic.org