Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 2026

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MakerSkill Spokane d/b/a SkillReady respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit our website, contact us, sign up for updates, make a donation, express interest in volunteering, or participate in our programs.

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By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Who We Are

MakerSkill Spokane d/b/a SkillReady is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Spokane, Washington. SkillReady provides hands-on skills training, community-based learning, and related programs that support adult refugees and immigrants, including employment-authorized Pacific Islanders such as Marshallese and Chuukese community members.

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2. Information We May Collect

We may collect information that you choose to provide to us, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Donation information

• Volunteer interest information

• Program interest or referral information

• Messages submitted through contact forms

• Newsletter sign-up information

• Other information you choose to share with us

 

We may also collect basic website usage information through Wix or other website tools, such as pages visited, browser type, device information, general location information, and website traffic data.

 

3. How We Use Information

SkillReady may use the information we collect to:

• Respond to questions or messages

• Send newsletters, updates, or announcements

• Process donations and provide donation-related communication

• Share information about programs, events, volunteer opportunities, or community partnerships

• Review volunteer, participant, or program interest

• Improve our website, outreach, and services

• Maintain records needed for nonprofit operations

• Protect the safety, security, and integrity of our website and organization

• Comply with applicable legal, tax, reporting, or administrative requirements

 

We do not sell personal information.

 

4. Donations and Payment Information

If you make a donation through our website, your payment may be processed by a third-party payment processor or donation platform. SkillReady does not directly store full credit card or bank account information.

Third-party processors may collect and use payment information in accordance with their own terms and privacy policies. Please review those policies before submitting payment information. Donor information may be used for donation receipts, acknowledgment, tax records, reporting, and future communication related to SkillReady’s mission.

 

5. Newsletter and Email Updates

If you sign up for our newsletter or updates, we may use your email address to send information about SkillReady programs, events, volunteer opportunities, fundraising, and community updates. You may unsubscribe from email updates at any time by using the unsubscribe link in the email, if available, or by contacting us directly.

 

6. Volunteers, Program Participants, and Community Partners

If you express interest in volunteering, participating in a program, referring someone, or partnering with SkillReady, we may use the information you provide to follow up with you and determine next steps.

Additional forms, waivers, releases, agreements, or policies may apply before someone participates in a program, volunteers, attends an event, or appears in photos, videos, testimonials, or public materials.

 

7. Photos, Stories, and Testimonials

SkillReady may share photos, stories, testimonials, or program highlights only when appropriate permission has been obtained. We will not intentionally publish personal stories, identifiable photos, or participant information without consent.

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8. Sharing Information

SkillReady may share information only when necessary and appropriate, such as with:

• Website, email, donation, or payment service providers

• Volunteers, staff, contractors, or board members helping with SkillReady operations

• Community partners involved in program coordination, referrals, or services

• Legal, tax, accounting, or compliance professionals

• Government agencies or authorities when required by law

 

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information for marketing purposes.

 

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, donation platforms, social media pages, or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.

If you leave our website or use a third-party service, that service’s own privacy policy and terms may apply.

 

10. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies through Wix and related tools. Cookies help websites function, remember preferences, understand website traffic, and improve the visitor experience.

You may be able to adjust cookie settings through your browser. Some website features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

 

11. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed to children under age 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through this website. The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act requires websites directed to children under 13, or websites that knowingly collect information from children under 13, to follow specific notice and consent requirements.

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If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete that information.

 

12. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. However, no website, email system, or online service can guarantee complete security.

Please do not submit sensitive personal information through the website unless specifically requested and appropriate.

 

13. Your Choices

You may contact us to:

• Ask what information we may have about you

• Request that we update or correct your information

• Ask to be removed from email or mailing lists

• Request that we delete information when appropriate

• Ask questions about how your information is used

 

Some information may need to be kept for legal, tax, accounting, donation, program, or administrative purposes.

 

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

SkillReady may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

 

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

 

MakerSkill Spokane d/b/a SkillReady
25 W Main Avenue, Suite C1
Spokane, WA 99201
Email: info.mskillspokane@gmail.com
Phone: 509-761-9010
Website: makerskill.org