Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

The Massachusetts Center for Civic Education (“MACCE,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website, interact with our programs, or communicate with us.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Information submitted through contact forms, event registrations, or newsletter sign-ups

  • Donation information (processed through secure third-party platforms; MACCE does not store credit card data)

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain data may be automatically collected, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

  • Cookies or similar technologies (used for site performance and analytics)

We do not use cookies to track individuals across websites.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries or requests you submit

  • Provide updates about our programs, events, and civic education opportunities

  • Improve our website and communications

  • Maintain records related to donations or organizational operations

  • Comply with legal obligations

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

3. How We Share Information

We may share information only with:

  • Trusted vendors or service providers who assist with website hosting, email communications, event registration, or donation processing

  • Legal authorities, if required by law or court order

  • Partners or collaborators, but only if you have explicitly opted in to such sharing

These third parties are not permitted to use your information for their own purposes.

4. Donations and Payment Information

Online donations to MACCE are processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment processors.

MACCE does not collect or store any credit card numbers or financial account details on our servers.

5. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand usage patterns and improve user experience.

You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function as intended.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children’s Privacy

MACCE does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If we become aware that such information has been unintentionally collected, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

8. Your Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of email communications at any time

  • Request to review, update, or delete personal information we have about you

  • Withdraw consent previously given for certain types of communication or data use

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email below.

9. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by MACCE.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

10. Updates to This Policy

MACCE may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

11. Contact Us

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

Massachusetts Center for Civic Education

  • Email: roger.desrosiers@masscivics.org

  • Phone: (508) 728-4733 

  • Mailing Address: 72 Millbury Avenue, Millbury, MA 01527