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Effective Date: February 13, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how The Vista Foundation, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation doing business as Vista Autism Services (“Vista,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, and protects information obtained through this website, www.vistaautismservices.org.

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

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Complete a contact or inquiry form

• Sign up for email communications or newsletters

• Make a donation

• Register for an event

• Otherwise communicate with us through the website

This information may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and other information you choose to provide.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address

• Browser type and operating system

• Pages viewed and time spent on the site

• Referring website addresses

This information helps us understand how visitors use our site and allows us to improve functionality and user experience.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Vista Autism Services may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance website functionality, analyze site usage, and support communications efforts.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that doing so may affect how certain features of the site function.

How We Use Information

We may use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests

• Provide information about our programs, services, and events

• Process donations and registrations

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Maintain internal records and administrative operations

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Sharing of Information

Vista Autism Services does not sell, trade, rent, or share personal information for commercial sale or promotional purposes.

We may share information only in limited circumstances, such as:

• With trusted service providers who assist with website hosting, email communications, analytics, or donation processing, and who are contractually obligated to protect the information

• When required by law, regulation, or legal process

• To protect the rights, property, or safety of Vista, our users, or others

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as legally required and as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Your Rights and Choices

You may request to:

• Access the personal information we maintain about you

• Correct or update your information

• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and operational requirements

Requests may be submitted by contacting [email protected] or through our contact page:
https://vistaautismservices.org/contact/

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed to children under the age of 13. Vista Autism Services does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

If you believe that personal information from a child under 13 has been inadvertently collected, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove the information.

Data Security

Vista Autism Services uses reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While we take appropriate measures to protect information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may include links to third-party websites for informational purposes. Vista is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

Photo and Video Use

Use of photographs or video recordings of individuals is governed by Vista Autism Services’ Photo and Video Use Policy:
https://vistaautismservices.org/photo-use/

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Vista Autism Services may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

Vista Autism Services

1021 Springboard Drive

Hershey, PA 17033

Attention: Communications

Email: [email protected]

Contact page: https://vistaautismservices.org/contact/