Privacy Policy and SMS Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: May 13, 2026

Privacy Policy

Alston Wilkes Society (“AWS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit www.alstonwilkes.org or communicate with us.

Information We Collect

Information you provide: When you contact us, submit a form, register for an event, make a donation, or apply for an employment, volunteer, or internship opportunity, we may collect information you provide, such as your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, and information relevant to your request.

Automatically collected information: When you visit our website, we may collect information about your device and website usage, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, and pages viewed.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, understand how visitors use the site, and improve their experience.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings and, where available, our website’s cookie controls. Disabling cookies may affect some website features.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests for assistance.

  • Communicate about our programs, services, events, and opportunities.

  • Process donations and event registrations.

  • Review employment, volunteer, and internship applications.

  • Send administrative messages and updates.

  • Send newsletters and other communications, subject to your communication preferences.

  • Improve our website and services.

  • Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share information with service providers that support our operations, such as website hosting, payment processing, communications, and technical support, as needed to provide those services.

We may also disclose information when required by law or legal process, or when necessary to protect our rights, property, or the safety of individuals.

We do not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers, SMS opt-in data, or SMS consent with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.

Data Security

We use reasonable security measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

Your Choices

Marketing communications: You may unsubscribe using the instructions in our communications or contact us directly. Unsubscribing from marketing communications does not necessarily stop administrative communications related to an existing request, application, donation, or service.

Information requests: You may contact us to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information. Our response may depend on applicable requirements, identity verification, and records we need to retain.

Third-Party Websites and Services

Our website may link to third-party websites or services, including donation and registration platforms. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies. We encourage you to review those policies before providing information.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their personal information through the website. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information through our website, please contact us so we can investigate and take appropriate action.

This statement concerns website use and does not describe all information-handling practices of AWS youth programs.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Updates will appear on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

For questions about this policy or our privacy practices, contact:

Alston Wilkes Society
3519 Medical Drive
Columbia, SC 29203
Phone: 803-799-2490
Online: https://www.alstonwilkes.org/contact-us

SMS Terms & Conditions

Consent to Receive Text Messages

AWS sends text messages to individuals who have consented to receive them. Providing a phone number alone does not constitute consent to receive text messages.

SMS consent is separate from general acceptance of our services or website terms.

Types of Messages

Depending on the purpose for which you consented, messages may include:

  • Donation acknowledgments and related updates.

  • Event information for registered guests.

  • Employment application and onboarding updates.

  • Appointment reminders.

  • Follow-up messages related to your requests or services.

How to Opt In

You may opt in verbally during a conversation with an AWS representative, when that representative explains the texting program and obtains your consent.

Message Frequency and Charges

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier’s plan.

How to Opt Out

Reply STOP to an AWS text message to unsubscribe from that texting program. You may receive a final message confirming your request.

How to Get Help

Reply HELP for assistance, or call 803-799-2490. You may also contact us at https://www.alstonwilkes.org/contact-us.

SMS Privacy

Mobile phone numbers, SMS opt-in data, and consent are not sold, rented, or shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.