Indiana Teen Institute, Inc. Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 16, 2025

Indiana Teen Institute (“ITI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of visitors to our website (www.indianateeninstitute.org). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you interact with our website, programs, and online services. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide

Contact Information: When you register for an event, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, school/organization, and mailing address.
Program Applications: When applying for programs or leadership opportunities, we may collect additional details such as age, grade level, and emergency contact information.
Donations & Payments: If you make a donation or payment, your financial information is securely processed by third-party payment processors (we do not store credit card numbers).

b. Information Collected Automatically

Website Usage Data: We may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site through cookies or similar technologies.
Analytics: We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand visitor trends and improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

Provide and manage ITI programs and events
Communicate updates, resources, and newsletters
Process donations and event registrations
Improve website functionality and user experience
Comply with legal and grant reporting requirements

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share limited information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: With trusted vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, email distribution).
Program Partners: With partner organizations, when necessary to administer joint programs or events (you will be notified in advance).
Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect ITI’s rights, safety, or property.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of our site may not function correctly without them.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While no online system is 100% secure, we use industry-standard safeguards to reduce risks.

6. Children’s Privacy

ITI is committed to protecting the privacy of young people. Our website is intended for use by parents, educators, and teens in program settings. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we learn that we have collected such information without consent, we will delete it promptly.

7. Your Choices

Email Communications: You may unsubscribe from our emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our messages or by contacting us.
Access & Updates: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at the address below.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. ITI is not responsible for the privacy practices of other organizations, and we encourage you to review their policies.

9. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect the latest revision. Material changes will be communicated through our website or email.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please get in touch with us:

Indiana Teen Institute
5190 N High School Road
Indianapolis, IN 46254

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