Privacy Policy

South Shore Conservatory of Music, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information obtained or collected in the course of our operations. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information

 Information We Collect
We may collect personal information directly from individuals or from third parties, such as donors, volunteers, clients, and website visitors. The types of personal information we may collect include, but are not limited to: 

  • Name
  • Contact information (e.g., address, email address, phone number)
  • Donation history
  • Volunteer history
  • Financial information (e.g., credit card details for donations)
  • Other information provided voluntarily
  • SMS Consent

How We Use Personal Information
We may use personal information for the following purposes:

  • Processing donations and acknowledging contributions
  • Communicating with donors, volunteers, clients, and other stakeholders
  • Providing information about our programs, events, and activities
  • Administering volunteer opportunities
  • Conducting research and analysis to improve our programs and services
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

 Disclosure of Personal Information
We may disclose personal information to third parties, including service providers, partners, and regulatory authorities, as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. SMS opt-in and phone numbers collected for SMS consent will not be shared with any third party or affiliate company. 

 Data Security
We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

 Your Choices
We respect your choices about what personal information you share with us. If you decide not to share certain details, some parts of our programs or services might not work as intended, but we’ll always do our best to help you participate in ways that feel comfortable for you.

 Changes to this Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on our website.

SMS Terms of Service

  1. SMS for Consent Communication
    We will not share your phone number with any third parties for marketing purposes.
  2. Types of SMS Communications
    If you opt in to receive messages from South Shore Conservatory, you may receive texts about events, programs, performances, and school closures. Standard message rates may apply.
  3. Message Frequency
    You may receive approximately 1 SMS message per month.
  4. Carrier Charges
    Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier and location.
  5. Opt-In Methods
    You can opt in by submitting at http://sscmusic.org/contact-us
  6. Opt-Out Instructions
    You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. To resume receiving texts, reply START.
  7. Help
    If you need assistance, reply HELP or contact us at http://sscmusic.org/contact-us.
  8. Disclosures
    Message frequency may vary.

    Message and data rates may apply.
    Reply STOP to cancel.
    Reply HELP for assistance.
    Visit our website to review our Privacy Policy & Terms of Service.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at giving@sscmusic.org or by calling 781-749-7565 x 23.