Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 11, 2025
Effective From: July 11, 2025

Welcome to the website of The Future Scholars Welfare Trust (“the Trust”, “we”, “us”, or “our”).
We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, participate in our programs, or make donations.

1. Introduction

The Future Scholars Welfare Trust is a non-profitable, non-commercial, and non-political public charitable trust, established for the purpose of education, healthcare, women empowerment, environmental protection, and other welfare activities across India.

This Privacy Policy applies to all users, donors, volunteers, members, and visitors who access our website or provide us with their information in any form.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

Full Name

Contact Details (Phone Number, Email Address, Postal Address)

Gender, Age, and Date of Birth (if applicable)

Aadhaar Number, PAN Number (only if legally required for donations)

Photographs or ID Proof (for verification or participation in Trust programs)

b. Non-Personal Information

Browser type and version

IP address and location

Device information

Pages visited and time spent on the website

3. How We Collect Information

We collect personal information through:

Website forms (membership, volunteer, donation, contact forms)

Email or phone communication

Event registration or participation

In-person visits or activities organized by the Trust

All data collection is consensual, and you may choose not to share certain information; however, this may limit your access to certain Trust activities or benefits.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

To communicate about our charitable programs, events, and initiatives

To process donations and issue receipts or tax exemption certificates

To manage memberships and volunteer participation

To comply with legal, accounting, and regulatory obligations

To improve our website, services, and transparency

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any individual or organization.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal grounds:

Consent: You have given explicit consent for data use.

Legal Obligation: For compliance with laws such as the Income Tax Act, 1961 or FCRA Act.

Legitimate Interest: For Trust operations, communication, and fundraising consistent with our mission.

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share information only with:

Government or regulatory authorities (if required by law)

Banking or payment partners (for secure donation processing)

Auditors, accountants, or legal advisors under confidentiality obligations

We never share your data for marketing or commercial purposes.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate physical, digital, and administrative safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
Despite our efforts, no online system is entirely secure, and users are encouraged to practice safe internet usage.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary:

To fulfill the purpose for which it was collected

To comply with legal and financial requirements

To resolve disputes and enforce our policies

Once the purpose is fulfilled, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze traffic.
You can modify your browser settings to decline cookies, but some features of the site may not function properly without them.

10. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you

Request correction or deletion of your data

Withdraw consent at any time (subject to legal obligations)

Lodge a complaint if you believe your data is being misused

Requests can be made by contacting us through the details provided below.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites for informational purposes.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law or Trust practices.
The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact:

The Future Scholars Welfare Trust
75/1, Mitrapara Branch Road,
P.O. & P.S. – Naihati,
Dist. – North 24 Parganas,
West Bengal – 743165, India
📧 Email: thefuturescholarsadda@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +91 9831173907

14. Consent

By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.