Privacy Policy
American Excellence Foundation Privacy Policy
Last Updated: July 25, 2022
This Online Privacy Policy ("Policy") is a part of and is incorporated into the Terms of Service Agreement ("Agreement") for the AmericanExcellenceFoundation.org website. AmericanExcellenceFoundation.org is a website of the American Excellence Foundation (“Foundation”), a non-profit organization established and operated in a manner consistent with section 501(c)3 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.
We respect the privacy rights of our online visitors and recognize the importance of protecting the information collected from you. This Policy applies to information collected about you upon access to the Site. This Policy guides how we collect, store and use the information you provide online. This Policy applies only to websites maintained by the Foundation and not to websites maintained by other unaffiliated organizations to which we link.
If you have questions or concerns regarding this policy, please submit comments / questions as indicated in the “Contact Us” section of this Site.
What Information We Collect
This policy applies to information that personally identifies you. It does not apply to information that is considered publicly available. We may collect both personal and public information. Our primary goals in collecting Personal Information are to provide you with the information, resources and services made available through the Site, and to communicate with you.
Both Personal Information and public information about you may be collected directly from registrations you complete and submit to us on the Site. This information may also be collected indirectly from your access to the Site.
Some information about you is collected automatically when you access the Site. Foundation servers will automatically record information that your browser sends whenever you visit the Site. Collected data may include information such as your IP address, browser type or the domain from which you are visiting, and the search terms you use. We use this information to monitor your use of the Site and its services, and for the Site's technical administration. We do not associate your IP address with any other Personal Information in order to identify you, except in case of violation of the Agreement.
We use cookies and other technologies to track and monitor your movements within the Site. We may link this usage information to your Personal Information such as your domain name and host for internet access; the internet address of the site from which you came; the date and time of your access; your computer's IP address and information about its operating system, browser and host; the date and time you access the Site and the pages you have viewed. Most browsers are automatically set to accept cookies whenever you visit a website. You can disable cookies or set your browser to alert you when cookies are being sent. The Foundation web based system will issue cookies when you access the Site, unless you have disabled them on your browser. If you disable cookies, you make not have access to some of the Site's services or certain features of the Site may not function properly.
We respect the privacy rights of our online visitors and recognize the importance of protecting the information collected. This Policy applies to information collected about visitors upon access to the site. This Policy guides how we collect, store and use the information provided. This Policy applies only to websites maintained by the Foundation and not to websites maintained by other unaffiliated organizations that are linked.
What We Do With Collected Information
We use both personal and public information collected about you to carry out business activities in connection with our programs. Information obtained during your Site visit may be used to examine the patterns of Site usage in order to improve the Site design and functionality. Please feel free to CONTACT US.
Other Parties
Other parties with websites accessible through this site may require you to disclose personal information in order to register for or gain access to services. Your personal information will be subject to the privacy policy and practices of the other party. The American Excellence Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices and policies of the other party whose information or services are available through this site. We encourage our users to be aware when they leave our services and to read the privacy statements of each and every site they visit that collects their information.
Children’s Privacy
The services are intended for general audiences over the age of 13 years old. Children under the age of 13 cannot submit any personal information to us. If you are under the age of 13, you may use this service only with a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians should become knowledgeable about software and other tools so they can assure that children’s use of the Internet reflects parental preferences and requirements. If we become aware that we have collected personal information (as defined by the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) from children under the age of 13, we will take reasonable steps to delete it as soon as possible.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may ask us to refrain from sharing your information (whether collected online or offline) with our affiliates for their marketing purposes, if the affiliates are separate legal entities. Please tell us your preference by contacting us as indicated in the “Contact Us” section of this Site.
What Information Do We Share With Others
We do not, except as noted below, share or disclose your personal information with other parties for any purpose which is not related to Daniels Fund business activities.
Personal Information may be shared with other parties who provide services to us, at our direction and only in connection with our business activities. Our service providers are obligated to keep personal information we share with them confidential and use it only to provide services specified by us.
We cooperate with government and law enforcement officials or private parties to enforce and comply with the law. We may disclose any information about you to government or law enforcement officials or private parties as we, in our sole discretion, believe necessary or appropriate to respond to claims, comply with legal process (including subpoenas), protect the property and rights of the Foundation, or a third party, enhance the safety of the public or any person, to prevent or stop any illegal, unethical, or legally actionable activity.
Can we also add Whistleblower Policy (I think it should be on the same page of Privacy Policy) Below is the information:
Whistleblower Policy
General: The American Excellence Foundation, hereinafter referred to as the Foundation, requires directors, officers, consultants and employees to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. We strive for honesty and integrity in fulfilling our mission and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Reporting Responsibility: It is the responsibility of all applicable employees to report ethics violations or suspected violations in accordance with this Whistleblower Policy.
No Retaliation: No director, officer, consultant or employee who in good faith reports an ethics violation shall suffer harassment, retaliation or adverse employment consequence. An officer, director, consultant or employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline including termination of employment. This Whistleblower Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees and others to raise serious concerns within the Foundation prior to seeking resolution externally.
Reporting Violations: The Foundation has an open door policy and suggests that directors, officers, consultants and employees share their questions, concerns, or complaints with personnel who can address them properly. In most cases, the president is in the best position to address an area of concern. However, if an employee is not comfortable speaking with the president or is not satisfied with the president’s response, are encouraged to speak with the legal counsel or any other managerial consultant whom they are comfortable in approaching. The executive director and other managerial consultants are required to report suspected ethics violations to the legal counsel, who has specific and exclusive responsibility to investigate all reported violations. For suspected fraud, or when you are not satisfied or uncomfortable with following the open door policy, individuals should contact the legal counsel directly.
Compliance Officer: The Foundation’s legal counsel is the organization’s compliance officer and has the authority to investigate and resolve all reported complaints and allegations concerning violations and, at his/her discretion, shall advise the President and/or the Board of Directors. The legal counsel has direct access to the board of directors and is required to report at least annually on compliance activity.
Acting in Good Faith: Anyone filing a complaint concerning a violation or suspected violation must be acting in good faith and have reasonable grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation. Any allegations that prove not to be substantiated and which prove to have been made maliciously or knowingly to be false will be viewed as a serious disciplinary offense.
Confidentiality: Violations or suspected violations may be submitted on a confidential basis by the complainant or may be submitted anonymously. Reports of violations or suspected violations will be kept confidential to the extent possible, consistent with the need to conduct an adequate investigation.
Handling of Reported Violations: The Compliance Officer will notify the sender and acknowledge receipt of the reported violation or suspected violation. All reports will be promptly investigated and appropriate corrective action will be taken if warranted by the investigation.
Legal Counsel/ Compliance:
Legal and Compliance Department
American Excellence Foundation
1390 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 515
McLean, VA 22101