Privacy Policy

Welcome to Mission to Commission’s Privacy Policy. Protecting your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Mission to Commission ("MTC," "we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, shares, and protects information about you and the choices you have with respect to that information. By accessing or using our website (the "Site"), you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, such as when you register for an account, sign up for our newsletter, make a donation, or otherwise interact with the Site. This information may include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and other contact or demographic information.

We also automatically collect certain information when you visit the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, and other usage information. We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to collect this information.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Site and our services;
  • Respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests;
  • Communicate with you about our programs, events, and promotions;
  • Process donations and other transactions;
  • Personalize your experience on the Site;
  • Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud and other illegal activities;
  • Comply with legal obligations; and
  • For any other purpose disclosed to you at the time we collect your information or with your consent.

Information Sharing

We may share your information with third parties, including:

  • Service providers who help us operate the Site and provide our services;
  • Affiliated organizations for marketing and promotional purposes;
  • Law enforcement, government authorities, or other third parties as required by law or to protect our rights or the rights of others; and
  • With your consent or at your direction.
  • We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect from loss, theft, misuse, and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

Your Choices

You can update your account information and preferences at any time by logging into your account or contacting us using the information provided below. You can also opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the instructions in those emails.

Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information about your child, please contact us using the information provided below.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time by posting a new version on the Site. We will notify you of any material changes by posting a notice on the Site or by sending you an email or other notification.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [insert contact information].

Copyright

Except as otherwise marked, the Site and all content and other materials on the Site, including, without limitation all trademarks, service marks, texts, graphics, pictures, video, information, software, other files, and the selection and arrangement thereof (collectively, the “Site materials”), are the proprietary property of MTC and are protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Permission is granted to access and use the Site only in accordance with these Terms and the other rules and restrictions contained in the Site. You may only use the Site Materials for your personal, non-commercial use. In addition, you agree that such permission does not include:

  • Any commercial use or any resale or redistribution of the site or site materials;
  • The distribution, public performance or public display of any Site Materials, or any portion thereof;
  • Use of any data mining, robots or similar data gathering or extraction methods;
  • Downloading (other than the age caching) of any portion of the Site, the Site Materials or any information contained therein, except as expressly permitted on the site;
  • Copying or otherwise using any trademark or service mark on the Site, in whole or in part, without prior written permission of MTC or the applicable trademark holder; or
  • Any use of the Site or the Site materials other than for its intended purpose.

The permissions granted herein are revocable at any time, with or without cause.

Except as expressly stated herein, none of the Site Materials may be copied, reproduced, distributed, republished, downloaded, displayed, posted, transmitted or otherwise used in any form or by any means without prior written permission of MTC or the copyright owner. Any permission(s) given to you terminates automatically if you breach any of the Terms or for any other reason determined by MTC. Upon termination, you must immediately destroy any downloaded or printed Site materials. You may not, absent MTC’s express permission, “mirror” any material contained on this Site on any server. Any unauthorized use of any Site Material may violate applicable law.

Donations

Any site user may become a donor (“Donor”) by pledging a donation through MTC through the donation tools on this site. You acknowledge and agree that you are under no obligation to become a Donor or pledge a donation and that you will be solely responsible for any decision to become a Donor. You understand that your contribution is being made to MTC and that MTC has exclusive legal control over all donations. In the event that you make a donation pledge, you may be required to provide credit card or other payment information at the time of your pledge. You represent and agree that all payment information you provide to MTC or MTC’s third party service providers will be true, accurate, current and complete and that you will update such payment information as necessary to maintain such information as true, accurate, current, and complete. In the event that your payment cannot be processed due to inaccurate payment information, insufficient funds, or any other reason, you agree to immediately provide MTC with alternative payment information to fulfill your donation pledge. You agree that all donations are final and will not be returned, in whole or in part.

User Submissions

Any comments, information, feedback, pictures, video, or other materials submitted to MTC or to the Site (via any medium including e-mail and regular mail) (collectively “Submitted Materials”), shall be deemed non-confidential, except as set forth in our Privacy Policies.

By providing Submitted Materials to MTC or the Site, you warrant that you have all necessary rights to grant, for you and any other person that may have a right to the Submitted Materials, and hereby automatically grant to MTC a royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive and fully sublicensable right (including any moral rights) and license to use, store, license, reproduce, modify, create derivative work from, publish, publicly display, publicly perform, and distribute such Submitted Materials (in whole or in part) and to incorporate all or part of the Submitted Materials in other works, including for marketing and fundraising purposes, in any form, media, or technology. If you submit feedback or suggestions about the Site or MTC programs or services, MTC may use your feedback or suggestions without obligation to you.

You accept all risks associated with providing Submitted Materials to MTC or the Site. You shall be solely responsible for your own Submitted Materials and the consequences of submitting, posting, or publishing them. Without limiting the foregoing, MTC shall be free to use the Submitted Materials in any way without acknowledgment or compensation to you.

You agree that you will not submit or transmit any of the following to the Site:

  • Anything that interferes with or disrupts the Site or its operation;
  • Anything that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, libelous, threatening, pornographic, harassing, or encourages conduct that would be considered unlawful;
  • Anything that dilutes or negatively impacts the trademarks, service marks, or intellectual property rights of MTC, including the associated goodwill.
  • Anything that portrays MTC in a false, misleading, derogatory or otherwise defamatory manner.
  • Unauthorized copyrighted materials, or any other material that infringes on the intellectual property rights, rights of publicity or personality, trade secrets, confidentiality, or privacy of others;
  • Any misrepresentations, including anything that impersonates any other person or entity, whether actual or fictitious, or that misrepresents your affiliation with any entity;
  • Anything that contains malicious code, “trojan horses,” viruses, malware, corrupted files, or any other similar software or programs that may hinder or damage the operation of another’s computer, network, or the Site; or
  • Anything else that MTC determines is contradictory to its charitable mission or is otherwise objectionable in MTC’s sole discretion.

Copyright Infringement Notice

MTC upholds copyright and other intellectual property rights and expects all users of the Site to do the same. If you believe that any copyrighted material on the Site infringes your work, please email us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE). Kindly provide as much detail as possible. MTC will promptly investigate and, if necessary, take reasonable steps to remove or disable access to the material. Please note that MTC may share your email address and the details of your report with the alleged infringer.

Links to and from the Site

The Site includes links to third-party websites for your convenience. While we strive to provide useful resources, the inclusion of these links does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by MTC. You acknowledge that these third-party websites are beyond our control, and we bear no responsibility for their content, products, or services. Any interactions or transactions with third parties are solely between you and them.

Should you wish to link another website to ours, ensure that the link does not imply MTC's endorsement of any product, entity, or individual. You agree to remove the link at any time at MTC's discretion. Usage of MTC's logo or proprietary materials for linking requires prior written consent. Additionally, framing the Site without MTC's express permission is prohibited.

Disclaimer of Warranty

You acknowledge and agree that the Site, its materials, and services provided are offered on an "as is" basis without any warranties. MTC does not guarantee that the Site, materials, or services will meet your requirements or operate uninterrupted or error-free. To the fullest extent permitted by law, MTC disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, neither MTC nor its directors will be liable to you or any third party for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages arising from your use of or inability to use this site or any site materials, your uploading or downloading of any content to or from this site, or any donation made via this site, regardless of how such damages are incurred or designated, or for any loss of profits, even if MTC was informed of the possibility of such damages or loss.

General

If any provision of these Terms is deemed unlawful, void, or unenforceable, such provision shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. No waiver of any of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition.

These Terms and your use of the Site are governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee, applicable to agreements made and to be entirely performed in the State of Tennessee, without resort to its conflict of law provisions. You agree that any action at law or in equity arising or relating to these Terms shall be filed only in the state and federal courts located in the State of Tennessee, and you hereby irrevocably and unconditionally consent and submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts over any suit, action, or proceeding arising out of these Terms.

MTC controls and operates this Site from the United States. MTC makes no representation that materials on this Site are appropriate or available for use in other locations, and access to this Site from territories where its contents are illegal is prohibited. If you choose to access this Site from other locations, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with applicable local laws.

These Terms constitute the entire agreement and supersede any and all other understandings and agreements between you and MTC regarding the subject matter herein. No representation, statement, or promise not contained herein shall be binding on you or MTC.

Although these Terms may be updated or modified by MTC from time to time as set forth therein, MTC will not be bound by any other amendments or modifications to these Terms unless expressly accepted in writing by MTC in a written amendment expressly referencing these Terms. These Terms may not be supplemented or modified by any course of dealing or trade usage.

Questions & Contact Information

Thank you for visiting the Site! If you have any questions or comments regarding the Site, please email (INSERT EMAIL HERE). For more information about how to contact Mission to Commission, please visit our Contact Us page.

General User Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies to general users of the MTC website and outlines how MTC protects the information you provide when using this website.

MTC is committed to ensuring your privacy is protected. Our aim is to provide you with a clear understanding of how we collect and utilize information, as well as the measures we take to safeguard it. We regularly update this policy, so please check back periodically. If you have any questions, please email us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE).

What Information Does MTC Collect?

MTC collects two types of information: personal and non-personal. Personal information includes identifiers such as your name, address, phone number, or email address, which you may provide while browsing the MTC website. Non-personal information, like internet protocol (IP) addresses and browsing variables, is also collected to enhance user experience and website functionality. We may use cookies to gather this type of information.

When Does MTC Collect Information?

Non-personal information is collected as you navigate our website, while personal information is obtained only when you explicitly provide it to us, such as when filling out a form or sending an email.

Does MTC Share My Information?

MTC may share your personal and non-personal information as discussed in this policy. However, we do not sell or rent personal information for profit.

How Does MTC Secure My Personal Information?

MTC employs physical, electronic, and managerial measures to secure the personal information we collect. Our website utilizes SSL encryption, and our staff receives training on data security practices.

Will MTC Contact Me?

If you provide us with your contact information, we may send you information related to supporting the future generation of Navy and Marine Corps Officers and transitioning servicemembers. You can opt out of receiving these messages at any time.

Links to Other Websites and Third-Party Services

MTC may provide links to external websites or services and may include third-party services on our website. These services are typically governed by their own privacy policies and terms of use, which we encourage you to review.

Thank you for visiting the MTC website. If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE). For more information on contacting Mission to Commission, please visit our Contact Us page.

Links to Other Websites and Third-Party Services

At times, we may include links to external websites or services to offer additional information about our sponsors or to provide electronic tools, such as an Officer Recruiter contact tool. These services are typically provided by third parties and may require agreement to their own privacy policies and terms of use. This policy does not cover third-party services or their handling of the information you provide. We encourage you to review their privacy policies and terms of use. To update your information, please use the form: (INSERT LINK HERE).

When Does MTC Collect Information?

We collect your contact information when you register for our services, whether online, in person, or over the phone. Additional information may be gathered through conversations with you to tailor our services. While not mandatory, providing relevant information ensures you benefit fully from our programs. Information may also be provided by referring groups with your consent, and all data is handled in accordance with this policy.

How Does MTC Use the Information We Collect?

We utilize the information collected to customize our programs and services to your needs. This includes internal record keeping, communication to obtain your input, service improvement, website customization, sharing with third parties assisting us in service delivery, and sharing with your recruiter.

How Does MTC Share My Information?

Your personal and non-personal information is shared as described above. We do not share information with third parties for purposes unrelated to our services or profit. Your data will never be sold or rented for profit. This policy excludes any information provided to third parties, and we encourage you to inquire about their data practices.

How Does MTC Secure My Personal Information?

MTC implements physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to ensure the security of the information we collect. Personal records are securely stored, and our website utilizes SSL encryption for legitimacy verification. Additionally, we undergo training to handle your data securely. When sharing your information with third parties, MTC takes steps to ensure they have adequate safeguards in place.

Will You Use My Information to Contact Me?

Yes, an MTC representative will contact you to confirm your contact details and assist you in accessing our services.

Services Provided by Third Parties

MTC may share your information with third parties to facilitate service delivery. These parties may request your contact or personal information as part of their services. This policy does not extend to information provided to these third parties, and we encourage you to inquire about their data practices.

Do You Collect Information About Minors?

MTC does not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information about individuals under 18 years of age.

Questions About This FAQ

If you have any questions regarding this FAQ, please email us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE).

Donor Privacy Policy

This privacy policy pertains to MTC supporters and outlines how we utilize information provided during the Donation Process. We employ industry-standard security measures, including encryption, firewalls, and physical security, to protect your data.

This policy specifically addresses information provided during the Donation Process. Updates to this policy may occur periodically, and any inquiries can be directed to (INSERT EMAIL HERE).

What Type of Information Does MTC Collect?

During the Donation Process, MTC may request information that could identify you, including your contact details such as name, address, phone number, and email. If you donate via credit or debit card, we'll also ask for card details necessary for processing. For check donations, we may request limited bank information.

When Does MTC Collect This Information?

This information is collected during the Donation Process. Online donations require certain details for processing, and we may gather additional information as we communicate post-donation. Third parties may also share information with MTC, adhering to relevant laws and standards, ensuring its use aligns with this policy.

How Does MTC Use the Information We Collect?

Primarily, we use your information to process donations, communicate with you, provide tax information, and customize our website. We may also share information with third parties to facilitate our mission, legal requirements, or processes. Your details may be used for internal record-keeping, reporting, and data analysis, among other purposes.

Does MTC Share My Information?

MTC may share your personal information as outlined. When shared externally, confidentiality measures are implemented to prevent inadvertent disclosure.

Can I Opt Out of Receiving Messages and Information Sharing?

Yes, opt-out options are available for specific communication purposes. You can opt out of receiving messages by following instructions in the message. To opt out of all communications or sharing personal information with other organizations, specific forms are provided.

How Does MTC Secure My Personal Information?

MTC employs physical, electronic, and managerial measures to safeguard your data. Records are securely stored, our website uses SSL encryption, and staff are trained on data handling. Donations made via phone or website are secured with industry-standard measures, including encryption and firewalls.

How Do I Update My Information?

For updating information, please contact the MTC Donor Care team using the provided form.

Will You Contact Me if I Provide My Information?

Yes, MTC may contact you regarding its services and how you can assist. Opt-out options are available for these communications.

Do You Collect Information About Minors?

Yes, in specific cases, MTC collects information from supporters under 18 years old. A Minor Privacy Policy applies to such data, ensuring its security and limited use.

Questions About This FAQ?

For any inquiries regarding this policy, please email us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE).

Minor Privacy Policy

This policy applies to MTC supporters under 18 years old. Industry-standard security measures protect this data, used for limited purposes in accordance with the policy. Updates to this policy will be reflected periodically. For questions, contact us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE).

MTC's Handling of Information about Minors

MTC collects data from minors interested in utilizing our services through designated channels like fundraisers or community events. Our aim is to ensure transparency in how we use this information. This policy undergoes periodic updates; for queries, contact us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE).

What Information Does MTC Collect?

We typically request information that can identify you, including contact details such as name, address, phone number, and email. If you're a minor, parental consent is required to provide payment details.

When Does MTC Collect This Information?

Information is gathered during attendance at fundraisers, school visits, or community events. Regardless of the method of collection, we use the data in accordance with this policy.

How Does MTC Use the Information We Collect?

Primarily, we use this information to process registrations, donations, send periodic messages, and share with third parties to support our mission. It may also be used for internal record-keeping, communication, and event updates.

Does MTC Share My Information?

MTC may share your personal information, ensuring confidentiality measures are upheld when shared externally.

Handling Information After Turning 18

Upon turning 18, your information is treated according to our Donor Privacy Policy.

Information about Children Under 13

Information about children under 13 is handled with special care. They are not allowed to register independently, and we ensure a parent or guardian is present during any communication. Information about children under 13 is deleted approximately 30 days after the relevant event.

Opting Out and Security Measures

Opt-out options are available as outlined in our Donor Privacy Policy, and the same security measures are applied to safeguard personal information.

Updating Your Information

To update your information, please contact the MTC Donor Care team using the provided form.

Will MTC Contact Me After Providing Information?

Yes, you'll receive information about the event for which you're registered. Opt-out options are available as described earlier. MTC does not directly solicit monetary contributions from supporters under 18.

Questions About This FAQ?

For further inquiries about this policy, please email us at (INSERT EMAIL HERE).