Privacy Policy — Propel Network Inc.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

Introduction

Propel Network Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our community members, volunteers, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at propelnetwork.org, participate in our programs, or interact with us in any way.

Please read this policy carefully. By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

Fill out a contact form on our website
Register for a program, workshop, or event
Sign up for our newsletter or text message updates
Volunteer with our organization
Make a donation
Communicate with us via email or other channels

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and browsing behavior on our site. This information is collected using cookies and similar tracking technologies and is used to improve our website experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests
To communicate with you about our programs, events, and services
To send you text messages if you have opted in (see SMS section below)
To process donations and send receipts
To improve our website, programs, and community outreach
To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

SMS & Text Message Communications

Important: This section describes our SMS/text messaging practices in detail.

Propel Network Inc. may send SMS/text messages to individuals who have expressly consented to receive them. By opting in to our text messaging program (for example, by checking the SMS consent box on our contact form), you consent to receive text messages from Propel Network Inc. sent via an automatic telephone dialing system (ATDS) regarding our programs, community events, volunteer opportunities, and organizational updates.

Key SMS Terms:

Message frequency may vary. The number of messages you receive will depend on your interactions with us and our program activities.
Message and data rates may apply. Standard carrier messaging and data rates may be charged by your mobile provider.
Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. Upon receiving your STOP request, we will confirm your unsubscription and you will no longer receive SMS messages from us.
Help: For assistance, reply HELP to any text message you receive from us, or contact us at viviane@propelnetwork.org.
Consent is NOT a condition of purchase or participation in any of our programs or services. You may participate in our programs without consenting to receive text messages.

No Sale of Mobile Information

We do not sell, rent, lease, or share your mobile phone number or any information collected through our SMS program with third parties for their marketing purposes. Your mobile information will only be used by Propel Network Inc. for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our website.

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

Service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering programs (e.g., email platforms, event management tools)
Partner organizations when necessary to coordinate joint community programs (with your consent)
Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt out of communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at viviane@propelnetwork.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 effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

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

Propel Network Inc.
1901 Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Email: viviane@propelnetwork.org