Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Introduction
Harvest Grant ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our grant application services.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in various ways, including:
Personal Data
When you apply for a grant, we collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, Social Security Number (for identity verification), and banking information (for disbursement purposes).
Application Information
We collect information you provide in your grant application, including details about your financial situation, the purpose of your grant request, and any supporting documentation you submit.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To process and review your grant application
- To verify your identity and prevent fraud
- To disburse approved grant funds
- To communicate with you about your application status
- To respond to your inquiries and provide support
- To improve our services and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in our operations (e.g., identity verification services, payment processors)
- When required by law or to comply with legal processes
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- With your consent
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Sensitive information such as Social Security Numbers is encrypted and handled according to strict security protocols.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Sensitive identity data is not stored long-term and is deleted after verification is complete.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your data. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Harvest Grant
P.O. Box 12345
Atlanta, GA 30301
Email: privacy@harvestgrant.org
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 revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.