Privacy policy

Last updated: September 05, 2025

The Caribbean International Cultural Association (CICA) values your trust. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our members, donors, volunteers, scholarship recipients, and visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

1. Information We Collect

When you interact with CICA online, we may collect:

  • Personal Information: name, email, phone number, mailing address, and payment information (when making donations).
  • Scholarship & Membership Information: school, major, Caribbean heritage, or related background (only when you voluntarily provide it for programs).
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data.
2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process donations and issue receipts.
  • Communicate updates about events, scholarships, and community programs.
  • Recognize scholarship recipients and volunteers (with consent).
  • Improve our website, outreach, and member services.
  • Comply with legal and financial reporting requirements.
3. Sharing of Information

CICA respects your privacy. We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Your information may only be shared with:

  • Service providers (such as payment processors or email platforms) strictly for operational purposes.
  • Law enforcement or regulatory authorities if required by law.
  • Public recognition (scholarship recipients, donors, or volunteers) only when you have given permission.
4. Donations & Payment Security

All online donations are processed through secure third-party providers. CICA does not store your full credit card or banking details.

5. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience and understand visitor activity. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

6. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If such information is accidentally collected, it will be deleted promptly.

7. Your Privacy Choices

You may:

  • Opt out of email updates by clicking "unsubscribe" in our messages.
  • Request access, updates, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us.
8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law.

9. Updates to This Policy

CICA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our website.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Caribbean International Cultural Association (CICA)
📧 Email: nc.cicacarolina@gmail.com
📮 P.O Box 42089, Charlotte, NC 28215