Your privacy in Scouting
Whether you’re signing up your first Cub Scout or you’ve been a leader for twenty years, here’s how the Narragansett Council handles the information you share with us, in plain words first, with the official policy right below.
Not to advertisers, not to anyone. We don’t rent it either.
We don’t knowingly collect a young child’s information without a parent’s consent.
We don’t publish donor names without permission.
Ask us to see it, fix it, or delete it, and we’ll help.
Start where you are
Pick the trail that fits you and jump straight to the answers you need.
New to Scouting
Thinking about joining, or just registered your family? Start here.
Current Scouts, families, volunteers & donors
Already part of the Council? Here’s how to stay in control of your records.
Narragansett Council, Scouting America (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is a local council of the Scouting America, a nonprofit organization committed to protecting the privacy of our members, volunteers, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when using websites and applications where this privacy policy is posted.
1Information we collect
In plain words: We only collect what you choose to give us on forms, registrations, and donations, plus basic technical details about how people use our website. Card payments are handled by secure payment companies, not stored by us.
The official policy
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms, event registrations, or donations.
- Youth Information: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
- Donor Information: Donation history and preferences. Payment information is processed securely by third-party providers.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected via cookies and analytics tools.
2How we use your information
In plain words: To run Scouting: keeping you posted on programs and events, handling sign-ups and donations, improving our website, and following the law and Scouting America rules.
The official policy
We use your information to:
- Communicate about Scouting programs, events, and updates
- Process registrations, donations, and purchases
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with applicable laws and Scouting America policies
3Sharing of information
In plain words: Your information is never for sale. We share it only with Scouting America’s national office to run programs, with trusted companies that help us operate, or when the law requires it.
The official policy
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information:
- With the Scouting America National Council for program administration
- With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or processing donations
- When required by law or to protect safety and legal rights
4Donor privacy
In plain words: Your gift is your business. Only authorized staff can see donor records, and we won’t list your name publicly unless you say it’s okay.
The official policy
We respect the confidentiality of our donors. Donor records are maintained securely and are only accessible to authorized personnel. We do not publish donor names without consent.
5Cookies and tracking
In plain words: Like most websites, we use cookies to make the site work better and to see, without naming anyone, how it’s used. You can turn cookies off in your browser settings.
The official policy
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and collect anonymous usage data. You can control cookie settings through your browser.
6Data security
In plain words: We protect your information with practical, physical, and technical safeguards that meet Massachusetts’ data security standards.
The official policy
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, in accordance with Massachusetts data security regulations (201 CMR 17.00).
7Your rights
In plain words: Even though Rhode Island’s privacy law doesn’t require it of nonprofits, we’ll still let you see your information, correct it, or ask us to delete it. Just reach out using the contact details below.
The official policy
While Rhode Island’s DTPPA exempts nonprofit organizations [1], we still respect your privacy rights. You may:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request corrections or updates
- Request deletion of your information, where applicable
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
8Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to update your information, please contact:
Questions or a request?
We’re happy to help you see, update, or remove your information.
Narragansett Council – Scouting America223 Scituate Avenue, Cranston, RI 02921
401-351-8700
[email protected]
References
[1] Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act (DTPPA) compliance guide
Your privacy in Scouting
Whether you’re signing up your first Cub Scout or you’ve been a leader for twenty years, here’s how the Narragansett Council handles the information you share with us, in plain words first, with the official policy right below.
Not to advertisers, not to anyone. We don’t rent it either.
We don’t knowingly collect a young child’s information without a parent’s consent.
We don’t publish donor names without permission.
Ask us to see it, fix it, or delete it, and we’ll help.
Start where you are
Pick the trail that fits you and jump straight to the answers you need.
New to Scouting
Thinking about joining, or just registered your family? Start here.
Current Scouts, families, volunteers & donors
Already part of the Council? Here’s how to stay in control of your records.
Narragansett Council, Scouting America (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is a local council of the Scouting America, a nonprofit organization committed to protecting the privacy of our members, volunteers, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when using websites and applications where this privacy policy is posted.
1Information we collect
In plain words: We only collect what you choose to give us on forms, registrations, and donations, plus basic technical details about how people use our website. Card payments are handled by secure payment companies, not stored by us.
The official policy
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details you voluntarily provide through forms, event registrations, or donations.
- Youth Information: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
- Donor Information: Donation history and preferences. Payment information is processed securely by third-party providers.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected via cookies and analytics tools.
2How we use your information
In plain words: To run Scouting: keeping you posted on programs and events, handling sign-ups and donations, improving our website, and following the law and Scouting America rules.
The official policy
We use your information to:
- Communicate about Scouting programs, events, and updates
- Process registrations, donations, and purchases
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with applicable laws and Scouting America policies
3Sharing of information
In plain words: Your information is never for sale. We share it only with Scouting America’s national office to run programs, with trusted companies that help us operate, or when the law requires it.
The official policy
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information:
- With the Scouting America National Council for program administration
- With trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or processing donations
- When required by law or to protect safety and legal rights
4Donor privacy
In plain words: Your gift is your business. Only authorized staff can see donor records, and we won’t list your name publicly unless you say it’s okay.
The official policy
We respect the confidentiality of our donors. Donor records are maintained securely and are only accessible to authorized personnel. We do not publish donor names without consent.
5Cookies and tracking
In plain words: Like most websites, we use cookies to make the site work better and to see, without naming anyone, how it’s used. You can turn cookies off in your browser settings.
The official policy
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and collect anonymous usage data. You can control cookie settings through your browser.
6Data security
In plain words: We protect your information with practical, physical, and technical safeguards that meet Massachusetts’ data security standards.
The official policy
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information, in accordance with Massachusetts data security regulations (201 CMR 17.00).
7Your rights
In plain words: Even though Rhode Island’s privacy law doesn’t require it of nonprofits, we’ll still let you see your information, correct it, or ask us to delete it. Just reach out using the contact details below.
The official policy
While Rhode Island’s DTPPA exempts nonprofit organizations [1], we still respect your privacy rights. You may:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request corrections or updates
- Request deletion of your information, where applicable
To make a request, please contact us using the information below.
8Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to update your information, please contact:
Questions or a request?
We’re happy to help you see, update, or remove your information.
Narragansett Council – Scouting America223 Scituate Avenue, Cranston, RI 02921
401-351-8700
[email protected]
References
[1] Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act (DTPPA) compliance guide