The Maker's Clubhouse Early Learning Center ("TMC Early Learning Center," "we," "us," or "our") is a ministry program operated by Bible Center Church, a Pennsylvania nonprofit religious corporation and registered 501(c)(3) organization, through its community outreach and economic development division, The Oasis Project. We are located at 717 N. Homewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15208.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide to us through our website at tmcearlylearning.org, our social media pages, our SMS text messaging program, and any forms or inquiries you submit to us, including through Meta platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.

By submitting your information to us, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact information including your first name, last name, email address, and phone number

• Information about your child including their age or grade level

• Messages or questions you send to us through our website contact form, SMS text messages, or social media platforms

• Information submitted through Meta Instant Forms when you request a tour or more information about enrollment

• Your messaging preferences and records of consent and opt-out activity if you opt in to SMS communications

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide solely for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiry about enrollment, scheduling a tour, or program information

• To send SMS text messages you have opted in to receive, including tour and appointment reminders, enrollment updates, waitlist updates, and general program information

• To contact you about open enrollment, program updates, or events at The Maker's Clubhouse Early Learning Center

• To improve our communications and outreach to families in the community

We do not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your information is used only by The Maker's Clubhouse Early Learning Center and The Oasis Project team members who need it to respond to your inquiry.

SMS Text Messaging Program

If you opt in to receive text messages from us through our website form, you consent to receive SMS messages related to enrollment, tours, appointment reminders, waitlist updates, and program information. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All other categories of information sharing exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

You can opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. You will receive a one-time confirmation that you have been unsubscribed, after which you will no longer receive SMS messages from us unless you opt in again. For help, reply HELP or contact us using the information below.

Meta and Social Media Platforms

If you submit information through a Meta lead form on Facebook or Instagram, that information is collected through Meta's platform and transferred to us. Meta's own Privacy Policy governs how your data is handled on their platform. You can review Meta's Privacy Policy at facebook.com/privacy/policy.

We use the information you submit through Meta forms only to follow up on your enrollment inquiry. We do not use it for any other advertising or marketing purposes beyond what you have indicated interest in.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information you share with us. Access to your information is limited to staff members who need it to respond to your inquiry or support enrollment. We do not store your information on unsecured systems.

Children's Privacy

Our website, forms, and SMS program are intended for parents and guardians, not children. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13. Information about your child that you provide to us, such as their age or developmental needs, is used only in the context of evaluating program fit and supporting enrollment.

Your Choices

You may request that we stop contacting you at any time by replying STOP to any text message, replying to any email we send you, or by contacting us directly at the information below. We will honor your request promptly.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the effective date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

The Maker's Clubhouse Early Learning Center 717 N. Homewood Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15208 Phone: 412-727-1644 Email: clubhouseELC@bcpgh.org Website: tmcearlylearning.org

The Maker's Clubhouse Early Learning Center is a ministry program operated by Bible Center Church through The Oasis Project, its community outreach and economic development division. Bible Center Church is the legal entity responsible for this program and its communications.