Privacy Policy

AMS Foundation handles personal information for public communications, competition administration, partnerships, donations, and website operations.

Effective Date

1/29/2026

Overview

The Advanced Mathematics and Science Foundation ("AMS Foundation") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information collected through our website and programs.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we safeguard it.

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily submit.

  • Name, email address, and contact details
  • School or organizational affiliation
  • Registration information for competitions or memberships
  • Donation and billing information processed securely through third-party providers

Student Information

For student participants, we may collect name, grade level, school, competition participation, and results. Student data is collected only through member schools or with appropriate authorization.

How We Use Information

We use collected information to operate AMS Foundation programs. We do not sell personal information.

  • Administer competitions and programs
  • Communicate with schools, parents, and participants
  • Process registrations and donations
  • Improve educational offerings
  • Comply with legal and reporting obligations

Cookies, Analytics, and Error Monitoring

Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, or error-monitoring tools to understand website usage, diagnose technical issues, and improve functionality and user experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may be limited.

Data Sharing

We may share information only with trusted service providers, as required by law, or with partner schools for program administration. Third-party partners are expected to maintain appropriate data protection standards.

Data Security

AMS Foundation implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill program and reporting requirements or meet legal and regulatory obligations.

Children's Privacy

AMS Foundation programs involve students, but we work through schools and guardians to ensure appropriate oversight. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children without authorization.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to request access, correction, deletion, or withdrawal of consent where applicable. Requests can be made by contacting us.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

Privacy questions may be sent to info@advmathsci.org.