Privacy Policy

Introduction

At The CIRI Foundation, accessible from thecirifoundation.org, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of information collected and recorded by The CIRI Foundation and how we use it.

If you have additional questions or require more information about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at tcf@thecirifoundation.org or 907-793-3575.

Scope & Consent

This Privacy Policy applies to our online activities and is valid for visitors to our website with regards to the information that they shared and/or collect in connection with The CIRI Foundation. By using our website, you hereby consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Information We Collect

The personal information that you are asked to provide, and the reasons why you are asked to provide it, will be made clear to you at the point we ask you to provide your personal information.

• Contact Inquiries: If you contact us directly via email, contact forms, or phone, we may receive additional information about you such as your name, email address, phone number, the contents of the message and/or attachments you may send us, and any other information you may choose to provide.
• Scholarship & Grant Applications: When registering for an account or submitting an application through our portal, we collect identity and academic records, including shareholder/descendant verification documents, enrollment verification, transcripts, and contact information necessary to administer awards.
• Mailing Lists & Community Networks: When you subscribe to our newsletter, request Na’eda Network invitations, or participate in community forums, we collect your name and email address.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in various ways, including to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our educational and grant programs
• Process and evaluate scholarship and project grant applications
• Communicate with you regarding application status, deadlines, and awards
• Understand and analyze how you use our website to improve our services
• Distribute institutional publications, annual reports, and community updates
• Verify eligibility as a Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) original shareholder or lineal descendant

Log Files & Analytics

The CIRI Foundation follows a standard procedure of using log files. These files log visitors when they visit websites. The information collected by log files includes internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and time stamp, referring/exit pages, and possibly the number of clicks. These are not linked to any information that is personally identifiable. The purpose of the information is for analyzing trends, administering the site, tracking users' movement on the website, and gathering demographic information.

Data Retention & Security

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including educational reporting, historical award archives, and legal compliance. We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact our team: