Privacy Policy

YCLA is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining transparency regarding how information is collected and used through our website.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

Introduction

YCLA (“You Can Learn Academics,” “YCLA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you share with us through our website located at https://youcla.org.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you regarding your information.

Information We Collect

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

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Scholarship application information
  • Donation-related information
  • Messages submitted through contact forms

We may also collect certain technical information automatically, including browser type, device information, pages visited, and website usage analytics.

How We Use Information

Information collected through our website may be used to:

  • Process scholarship applications
  • Respond to inquiries and communications
  • Provide nonprofit services and support
  • Process donations
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Maintain website security and prevent abuse
  • Comply with applicable legal obligations

Google Analytics

YCLA uses Google Analytics to help understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics may collect information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.

This information helps us improve website performance, educational outreach, and user experience.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, analyze website traffic, and enhance user experience.

You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional privacy rights under applicable California laws, including the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA).

YCLA does not sell personal information.

California residents may request information regarding:

  • The categories of personal information collected
  • The purpose for collecting information
  • Requests to update or correct submitted information
  • Requests regarding deletion of submitted information where applicable

To submit a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information below.

Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers may transmit “Do Not Track” signals. Because there is not yet a universally accepted standard for these signals, our website may not currently respond to all Do Not Track requests.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party services including payment processors, maps, analytics providers, and external websites.

YCLA is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to help protect information submitted through our website. However, no internet transmission or storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Children’s Privacy

Because YCLA supports educational programs involving students and families, some information submitted may relate to minors.

Parents or legal guardians should supervise any information submitted by children through our website.

Policy Updates

YCLA may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page along with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or privacy-related requests, please contact us:

YCLA – You Can Learn Academics
1823 1/2 Overland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Phone: (323) 486-6467
Email: info@youcla.org