1. Introduction

Element 74, Inc  (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals served by organizations using our Vela Direct platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our platform through service providers.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

– Personally Identifiable Information: Name, address, date of birth, Social Security number
– Health Information: Medical records and related health data
– Legal Information: Police and court records
– Financial Information: Credit card details (for processing donations)

This information is primarily entered into our system by authorized staff members of the organizations using Vela Direct.

3. How We Collect Information

– Direct Entry: Information is inputted by staff members of the organizations using Vela Direct
– Cookies: We use cookies to enhance the user experience and functionality of our platform

4. Use of Information

We use the collected information to:

– Provide services to clients through the organizations using Vela Direct
– Obtain grants to maintain the organization
– Process donations (where applicable)

5. Sharing of Information

We do not share your personal information with any third parties.

6. Data Storage and Security

We store all data in a secure database with industry-standard security infrastructure hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS). We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve the functionality of our platform. Users can control the use of cookies at the individual browser level.

8. Children’s Privacy

We collect information about children only with the consent of parents or legal guardians or as authorized by a caseworker. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding the collection and processing of children’s data.

9. Your Rights

Individuals whose data is processed through Vela Direct have the right to:

– Access their personal information
– Request corrections to their data
– Request deletion of their data

To exercise these rights, please contact the organization that provides services to you and uses the Vela Direct platform.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact your service provider who uses the Vela Direct platform. They will be able to assist you with any privacy-related inquiries or concerns.

12. Jurisdiction

This Privacy Policy applies to Vela Direct’s operations within the United States of America.

Last Updated: [07/2025]