Effective Date: July 2026
The Schenectady County Food Council (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Organization or affiliation (if applicable)
- Any information you submit through contact forms, event registrations, volunteer forms, or newsletter signups
How We Use Your Information
Information you provide may be used to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Communicate about Food Council initiatives, meetings, events, and volunteer opportunities
- Send newsletters and updates if you choose to subscribe
- Register you for events, working groups, or other activities
- Improve our website and community outreach efforts
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Newsletter Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, your information may be securely stored through our email marketing provider, Mailchimp. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in any email or by contacting us directly.
Cookies & Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, enhance website functionality, and better understand how visitors use our website.
We may use analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to collect anonymous information including:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Device and browser information
- General geographic location
- Referring websites
This information is collected in aggregate and is used solely to improve our website, evaluate visitor engagement, and enhance the services we provide.
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you may modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain portions of the website.
Contact Forms
When you submit information through one of our website forms, the information is used solely to respond to your inquiry, register you for an event or activity, or provide requested information.
To help protect our website from spam and abuse, we use Google reCAPTCHA. Your use of reCAPTCHA is subject to Google’s
Privacy Policy
and
Terms of Service.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, community resources, and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect the personal information submitted through our website. While we strive to safeguard your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Your Privacy Choices
You may request to:
- Review the personal information we have about you
- Correct inaccurate or outdated information
- Request deletion of your personal information, where applicable
- Unsubscribe from email communications at any time
To make one of these requests, please contact us using the information below.
Contact Us
Schenectady County Food Council
Email: schenectadyfood@gmail.com
Phone: (518) 393-9500
Website: www.scfoodcouncil.org
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices, website functionality, or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Cookie Notice
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to provide essential website functionality, improve your browsing experience, and help us understand how visitors use our website. By continuing to browse this website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Privacy Policy.
If analytics tools such as Google Analytics are enabled, anonymous usage information may be collected to help us improve website performance and user experience. You can control or disable cookies through your web browser settings at any time.