Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2026

At Good Beginnings of Central Vermont, we value the trust you place in us. Whether you’re seeking support, volunteering your time, making a donation, or simply learning more about our work, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information with care.

Information We Collect

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

Make a donation
Sign up for our email newsletter
Complete a volunteer application
Submit a family intake form or request support
Register for a class, workshop, or event
Contact us through our website or by email

Depending on the form or service, this information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you choose to share.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

Respond to your questions or requests
Connect families with our programs and services
Process donations and provide donation acknowledgements
Communicate about upcoming events, workshops, and opportunities
Recruit, screen, and support volunteers
Improve our programs and services
Meet legal and financial recordkeeping requirements

We will only send you email newsletters or updates if you have chosen to receive them. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link included in our emails.

Donations

Online donations may be processed through trusted third-party providers, including PayPal, Venmo, Stripe, and Bloomerang. These services securely process payment information according to their own privacy and security policies. Good Beginnings does not store your credit card or banking information on our website.

Forms and Applications

Some of our volunteer applications, family intake forms, and registrations are hosted using Google Forms. Information submitted through these forms is transmitted and stored using Google’s services and is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy.

Email Communications

We use Mailchimp and Bloomerang to send newsletters, updates, and donor acknowledgements. If you subscribe to our mailing list, your contact information is stored securely within these platforms. You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time.

Cookies and Website Data

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and help the website function properly.

At this time, we do not use Google Analytics to track visitor activity on our website. We may review basic website and Google Business Profile performance information provided by Google to better understand how people find our organization online.

Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share information only when necessary to:

Process donations or registrations through trusted service providers;
Deliver the services you have requested;
Comply with applicable laws or legal obligations; or
Protect the rights, safety, or security of Good Beginnings of Central Vermont or others.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the personal information we collect. While no method of transmitting information over the internet is completely secure, we strive to safeguard your information using trusted platforms and responsible data practices.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for adults seeking information or services. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 through our website.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to other organizations and resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Good Beginnings of Central Vermont

Email: info@goodbeginningscentralvt.org

Website: https://www.goodbeginningscentralvt.org