HELLENIC PERFORMING ARTS FOUNDATION
1. Introduction
Hellenic Performing Arts Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of Maryland, dedicated to promoting and preserving Greek and Hellenic performing arts. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about visitors to our website, hellenicperformingarts.org (the “Site”).
By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
2. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
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Name and email address when you sign up for our newsletter or mailing list
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Contact details when you reach out through our contact form
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Billing and payment information when you make a donation (handled securely by our payment processor)
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Event registration details such as name, email, and phone number, when registering for performances or workshops
Information Collected Automatically
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IP address and browser type
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Pages visited and time spent on the Site
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Referring URLs and search terms
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Device type and operating system
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as Google Analytics) to collect this data automatically. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the Site may not function properly as a result.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Respond to inquiries and provide support
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Process donations and issue tax receipts
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Send newsletters, event announcements, and organizational updates (only with your consent)
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Register you for performances, classes, and workshops
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Improve the content and functionality of our Site
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Comply with legal obligations, including Maryland nonprofit law
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Protect the rights and safety of our organization and others
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes, ever.
4. Donor Confidentiality
As a Maryland-registered nonprofit, we take donor privacy seriously. Donor names, contact information, and giving history are strictly confidential. We will not share, sell, or publish donor information without explicit written consent, except as required by law or our reporting obligations to the Maryland Secretary of State’s Charitable Organizations Division.
Donors who wish to remain anonymous in publications, event programs, or public recognition materials may request anonymity at any time by contacting us.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site and fulfilling our mission, including:
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Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal) for secure donation processing
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Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp) for newsletters and event communications
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Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) for website usage insights
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Event management platforms for ticketing and event registration
These providers are contractually obligated to use your data solely for the services they provide to us and may not use it for their own marketing purposes.
We may also disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government authority, or to protect the legal rights, safety, or property of our organization or others.
6. Maryland Data Breach Notification
In compliance with the Maryland Personal Information Protection Act (MPIPA), Md. Code Ann., Com. Law §§ 14-3501 et seq., in the event of a data breach involving your personal information, we will:
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Notify affected Maryland residents as expeditiously as possible
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Notify the Maryland Attorney General’s Office if the breach affects more than 1,000 Maryland residents
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Provide details of the breach and steps being taken to mitigate harm
We maintain reasonable security measures to protect your information and minimize the risk of a breach.
7. Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA) Alignment
The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA), effective October 1, 2025, establishes rights for Maryland consumers regarding their personal data. While small nonprofits may fall below the coverage thresholds of MODPA, Hellenic Performing Arts is committed to aligning with its principles as a matter of good practice:
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Data minimization: We collect only what is necessary for stated purposes
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Purpose limitation: Data is used only for the purposes for which it was collected
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We do not sell personal data
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We support individual rights to access, correct, and delete personal information upon request
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
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Unsubscribe from email communications at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email
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Request access to personal information we hold about you
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Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
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Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or nonprofit record-keeping requirements
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Opt out of analytics tracking via browser settings or the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 13.
9. Donations and Payment Security
When you make a donation, payment information is collected and processed exclusively by our PCI-compliant payment processor. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers. You will receive a donation acknowledgment by email, which may be used for tax purposes as permitted under IRS regulations for 501(c)(3) organizations.
10. Maryland Charitable Registration
Hellenic Performing Arts is registered with the Maryland Secretary of State’s Charitable Organizations Division as required by the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act, Md. Code Ann., Bus. Reg. §§ 6-101 et seq. Registration does not imply endorsement by the State of Maryland.
Information about our registration is available from the Maryland Secretary of State’s Office, 16 Francis Street, Annapolis, Maryland 2140
11. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, maintain donor records in accordance with IRS and Maryland nonprofit recordkeeping requirements, and comply with applicable laws. Financial and donor records are generally retained for a minimum of seven (7) years. When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
12. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of internet transmission is completely secure. We encourage you to take precautions when sharing sensitive information online.
13. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we may delete it.
14. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites such as social media platforms or ticketing services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will post the revised policy on this page with an updated effective date. Material changes will be communicated via a notice on our homepage or by email to subscribers. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact:
Hellenic Performing Arts
Website: hellenicperformingarts.org