Effective Date: June 18, 2025

The Academy of Finance (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, make a donation, or interact with our organization.

By using our website or providing your information, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name, mailing address, phone number, and email
• Payment details (such as credit card or bank information)
• Donation history and communication preferences
• Information submitted via forms or email
• Browser type, IP address, and site usage data (via cookies)

We collect this information when you:

• Make a donation
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Participate in events or programs
• Communicate with us via email or website forms
• How We Use Your Information

Your information helps us:

• Process and acknowledge your donations
• Communicate updates about our programs and initiatives
• Send receipts or tax-deductible donation letters
• Improve our website and donor experience
• Comply with legal requirements

You can opt out of promotional emails at any time by contacting us.

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to track website performance, enhance your experience, and analyze visitor behavior. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it only with trusted service providers who assist with:

Secure donation processing

• Email and communication tools
• Website hosting and analytics
• Legal or regulatory compliance

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for services provided to us.

Donation Security

All online donations are processed securely using SSL encryption. Credit card information is never stored on our servers.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill our mission or meet legal requirements. You may request deletion of your data by emailing us at pauline@theacademyoffinance.org.

Access, Correction & Deletion

To review, update, or delete your personal data, please contact:

📧 pauline@theacademyoffinance.org
📞 +1 786 779 6278
📍 The Academy of Finance – Argenson & Demmert Philanthropy
587 Fifth Ave, Suite #9
New York, NY 10022
&
342 Main Street
Lakeville, CT 06039

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date. Continued use of our site after changes implies acceptance of the revised policy.

Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy, feel free to reach out to us at:

📧 pauline@theacademyoffinance.org
📞 +1 786 779 6278
📍 The Academy of Finance – Argenson & Demmert Philanthropy
587 Fifth Ave, Suite #9, New York, NY 10022
342 Main Street, Lakeville, CT 06039

EIN: 33-5052444
We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible as permitted by law.