Privacy Policy: Condensed Template (POPIA Compliant)

1. Introduction The Benard Centre of Learning Trust (“we,” “us,” or “the Trust”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, and students in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

2. Information We Collect We collect personal information that you provide directly to us through our website forms, donation platforms, or volunteer applications. This may include:

• Identity Data: Name, surname, and ID number (where required).

• Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and physical address.

• Financial Data: Proof of donations for Section 18A tax certificates.

• Student Data: Remedial progress reports and academic history (handled with extreme confidentiality and parental consent).

3. Purpose of Processing We use your personal information only for the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• Processing donations and issuing tax certificates.

• Communicating school updates and success stories.

• Managing volunteer schedules.

• Reporting to the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) as required by law.

4. Data Security We implement high-level technical and organizational measures to ensure your data is protected against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction. We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Your Rights Under POPIA, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

• Request the correction or deletion of your personal data.

• Object to the processing of your data for direct marketing.

6. Contact Our Information Officer For any queries regarding this policy or your personal data, please contact: The Information Officer Email: [Your School Email] Address: Mount Pleasant, Hermanus, 7200