Effective Date: October 1, 2026
Website: www.mlkscholarshipfund.org

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1. Introduction

The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund ("MLK Scholarship Fund," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website, participate in our programs, apply for scholarships, make donations, sponsor events, or communicate with our organization.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information obtained through our website, www.mlkscholarshipfund.org.

By using our website or voluntarily submitting information through our online forms, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you interact with our website, including:

Personal Information

• Full name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Mailing address

• Organization or company name

• Information submitted through contact and inquiry forms

Scholarship Information

Individuals applying for scholarships may be asked to provide educational and personal information, including academic history, school enrollment, achievements, supporting documentation, and other information necessary to determine scholarship eligibility.

Scholarship applications may be processed through the Muskingum County Community Foundation or other authorized scholarship administration platforms, which maintain their own privacy practices.

Event and Sponsorship Information

When registering for events, purchasing tickets or tables, or participating as a sponsor, we may collect:

• Attendee and contact information

• Organization or business information

• Registration details

• Sponsorship selections

• Billing and transaction-related information

Automatically Collected Information

When visiting our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including IP addresses, browser types, device information, cookies, and website usage data.

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3. How We Use Your Information

Information collected through our website may be used to:

• Respond to questions, requests, and inquiries.

• Process event registrations and ticket purchases.

• Coordinate sponsorships, partnerships, and donations.

• Provide information about scholarship opportunities.

• Administer educational programs and community initiatives.

• Communicate important organizational updates.

• Maintain accurate records of participation and contributions.

• Improve our website and visitor experience.

• Comply with applicable legal and administrative requirements.

We do not sell personal information collected through our website.

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4. Donations and Payment Processing

Our website may provide opportunities to make charitable donations, purchase event tickets, register tables, or contribute through sponsorship packages.

Financial transactions may be processed through secure third-party payment platforms, including our website's integrated payment services or authorized fundraising partners.

Payment information submitted through these services is handled according to the respective provider's security procedures and privacy policies.

The MLK Scholarship Fund does not intentionally collect or store complete credit card numbers through its general website contact forms.

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5. Sharing of Information

We respect the confidentiality of the information entrusted to our organization.

Personal information may be shared when reasonably necessary with:

• Authorized MLK Scholarship Fund committee members and representatives.

• The Muskingum County Community Foundation for scholarship administration and donation-related activities.

• Event registration and payment processing providers.

• Website hosting and technology service providers.

• Other authorized partners assisting with our programs and organizational activities.

• Government or regulatory authorities when disclosure is required by applicable law.

We limit information sharing to what is reasonably necessary for the intended purpose.

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6. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support essential website functions, understand visitor activity, and improve the overall browsing experience.

Cookies may collect information about how visitors navigate and interact with our website.

Visitors may manage cookie preferences through available website consent settings or their individual browser settings.

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

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7. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites, including scholarship application platforms, donation processors, community partners, and social media pages.

These external platforms operate independently and maintain their own privacy policies.

The MLK Scholarship Fund is not responsible for the privacy practices, security procedures, or content of third-party websites.

We encourage visitors to review the applicable privacy policies before submitting personal information to external services.

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8. Scholarship Applicants and Minors

Our organization supports educational opportunities for high school students, including individuals who may be under 18 years of age.

Information submitted for scholarship consideration is used for legitimate scholarship administration, eligibility review, program coordination, and related communication.

Where required by applicable law, appropriate parental or guardian consent will be obtained.

We do not knowingly use children's personal information for unrelated commercial marketing purposes.

Parents or legal guardians with concerns regarding information submitted by a minor may contact our organization through the website.

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9. Photography and Public Recognition

As part of our mission, the MLK Scholarship Fund may publish photographs, names, scholarship achievements, event highlights, and organizational recognition materials.

These materials may appear on our website, social media accounts, printed programs, or other official communications.

Where required, appropriate permission or authorization will be obtained before publishing identifiable information or photographs, particularly those involving minors.

Individuals with concerns regarding published materials may submit a removal or correction request through our contact page.

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10. Information Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to help protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, or alteration.

Our website uses third-party hosting and technology services that provide security features designed to safeguard information.

However, no method of electronic transmission or digital storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Visitors are encouraged to avoid submitting sensitive personal or financial information through unsecured communication channels.

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11. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, maintain organizational records, administer programs, resolve disputes, and satisfy applicable legal obligations.

Information that is no longer required may be securely deleted or anonymized, subject to applicable recordkeeping requirements.

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12. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, individuals may request to:

• Access personal information maintained by our organization.

• Correct inaccurate or outdated information.

• Request the deletion of eligible personal information.

• Withdraw consent for optional communications.

• Ask questions about how their information is collected or used.

Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.

Certain information may need to be retained for legal, administrative, scholarship, or financial recordkeeping purposes.

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13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

The Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy as organizational practices, website features, or applicable legal requirements change.

Updates will be published on this page, along with a revised effective date when appropriate.

We encourage website visitors to review this policy periodically.

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14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us through our official website.

Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Fund
Zanesville, Ohio
Website: https://www.mlkscholarshipfund.org
Contact Page: https://www.mlkscholarshipfund.org/contact

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For scholarship-related inquiries, please contact:

Scholarship Central
Muskingum County Community Foundation
Email: scholarshipcentral@mccf.org

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