Terms of Use & Privacy Policy

Updated July 28, 2025

Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (BSRC) Terms of Use

Introduction

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) apply to you while you use this website, https://www.restorationplaza.org/ (this “Website”),  operated by the Bedford-Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (“BSRC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use this Website.

1. Intellectual Property Rights

Except where otherwise indicated, all materials on this Website, including text, graphics, videos, logos, reports, the layout and design of this Website, trade dressing, and other content (collectively, the “Materials”), are owned by BSRC or our licensors, and are protected under United States and international laws. You agree not to remove, change or obscure any copyright, trademark, service mark or other proprietary rights notices on this Website. Except as explicitly stated in these Terms, all rights in and to this Website and the Materials are reserved by us or our licensors.

The Materials are provided for informational purposes only and we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable license to access and use this Website and the Materials for your personal non-commercial use. This license is provided solely for your personal use and enjoyment of this Website and the Materials as permitted in these Terms. You agree not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, modify, distribute, display, sell, resell or exploit any part of this Website, use of this Website, or access to this Website without our express written permission.

a. Using Our Materials

You may only use the Materials with our express written permission. You may request permission by emailing us at ‘communications@restorationplaza.org’ with the following information:

• A complete description of the Material requested, such as the URL of the BSRC webpage with the requested Materials, a description of the text, graphics, video, or other content to be used;
• A description, such as the manner and medium of the intended use;
• A description of the intended audience;
• The length of time for which rights are being requested; and
• A reply email address and phone number.

Any use of the Materials without our express written permission is strictly prohibited.

1. Crediting Us

All distributed copies of the Materials must display the following copyright notice:

Copyright [2025 or other year indicated] [Author’s name, where applicable] Bedford-Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation. Originally hosted by the BSRC at [complete address of the source page]. 

Upon our request, you shall provide us with a copy of, or access to, any materials required to include the copyright notice to determine compliance herewith. 

2. Unauthorized Use

You may not use this Website (a) for any unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful purpose, (b) for any purpose that would violate any applicable law, contract, intellectual property right or other third-party right, (c) to commit a tort or (d) in any way that interferes with, disrupts, negatively affect, damage, disable, overburden or impair the operation, security, or integrity of this Website or that of our systems. You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of this Website or BSRC’s systems, or to any information or data stored therein. You are solely responsible for your conduct while using this Website.

We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to monitor, investigate, and take appropriate action against any unauthorized or improper use of this Website, including but not limited to blocking, suspending, or terminating your access, reporting to law enforcement authorities, and seeking legal remedies.

3. Links to Third-Party Websites

This Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by BSRC. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You acknowledge that these Terms and our Privacy Policy do not apply to any third-party services or websites. Once you leave this Website by accessing another linked website, we no longer have control over how your personal data may be used. You are responsible for reading and understanding the terms and conditions and privacy policy that applies to your use of any third-party services or websites. By using this Website and the Materials, you acknowledge and agree that BSRC shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of any third-party website. Please review carefully the third-party’s policies and practices and make sure you understand them before you engage in any transaction. Complaints, claims, concerns, or questions regarding third-party products should be directed to the relevant third-party.

4. Automated Tool (Webcrawler) Policy

We permit automated access to this Website solely for the purpose of retrieving and displaying search results in response to individual user queries, provided such access does not exceed the frequency and volume of requests that a human user could reasonably generate through normal use of this Website’s search functionality.

We do not permit and you agree you will not develop, support or use software, devices, scripts, robots or any other means or processes (such as crawlers, browser plugins and add-ons or any other technology) for any automated access for the purpose of bulk data extraction, data mining, or systematic collection of data—including, but not limited to, scraping of content, user information, or other proprietary data. This includes any activity intended to replicate, aggregate, or otherwise use this Website’s data in a manner that infringes on our intellectual property rights.

5. Privacy Policy

BSRC values your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy, which are incorporated herein by reference. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you use this website, and includes information on our use of cookies. By using this Website, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

6. Errors and Omissions

We strive to provide accurate and complete information on this Website, but do not represent, warrant or guarantee that this Website and the Materials will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, free of viruses or other harmful elements or error-free.  We disclaim all warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including without limitation, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. We do not warrant or make any representations regarding the accuracy or reliability of information on this Website or in the Materials. This Website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We reserve the right to make changes, corrections, or improvements to this Website and the Materials at any time, without prior notice. 

7. Limitation of Liability and Indemnification

Your use of this Website is at your own risk. In no event shall BSRC, along with our affiliated and related entities, vendors, licensors, and content providers, be liable to any person or entity for any direct or indirect loss, damage (whether actual, consequential, punitive, special or otherwise), injury, claim, or liability of any kind based upon or resulting from your use or inability to use this Website or the Materials. If you are dissatisfied with this Website or any of the Materials, or with any of BSRC’s Terms and Privacy Policy, your sole and exclusive remedy is to discontinue using this Website and the Materials. 

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless BSRC and our subsidiaries and affiliates, and each of our respective officers, directors, employees, agents, licensors, partners, volunteers and vendors (collectively, the “BSRC Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all losses, claims, demands, damages, liabilities, costs or expenses (collectively, “Claims”), resulting or arising out of your use of this Website and the Materials, your violation, misappropriation or infringement of any rights of another (including intellectual property rights or privacy rights) or breach of any of these Terms. You agree to promptly notify us (by email to communications@restorationplaza.org) of any third-party Claims, cooperate with us in defending such Claims and pay all fees, costs and expenses associated with defending such Claims (including attorneys’ fees). You also agree that we will have control of the defense or settlement, at our sole option, of any third-party Claims. 

8. Governing Law and Class Action Waiver

These Terms of Use are governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of New York applicable to contracts made and performed there without regard to its conflicts of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts in the State and County of New York and waive any jurisdictional, venue, or inconvenient forum objections to such courts for the purposes of adjudicating any matter arising from or in connection with your use of this Website and the Materials and these Terms.

You agree that any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms or this Website is personal to you and BSRC and that any dispute will be resolved solely through individual action, and will not be brought as a class action or any other type of representative proceeding.

9. Modifications and Termination

You can review the most current version of these Terms at any time at this page. We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to update, change, or replace any parts of this Website, our Terms, and/or our Privacy Policy, without prior notice. Any updates to our Terms will be posted on this page with the revision date at the top. Such updates will be effective immediately upon posting on this Website. It is your responsibility to check this Website periodically for changes.  Your continued use of this Website following the posting of changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

If you violate these Terms, we reserve the right to terminate your access to this Website, at our sole discretion, at any time and without notice or liability to you.  Upon any such termination, we may delete any information related to you. The obligations and liabilities of the parties incurred prior to the termination date shall survive the termination of these Terms for all purposes.

10. Miscellaneous

If any provision or part of a provision of these Terms is unlawful, void or unenforceable, such provision or part of the provision shall nonetheless be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law and the unenforceable portion shall be deemed severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not operate as a waiver of such right or provision. These Terms reflect the entire agreement between the parties relating to the subject matter hereof and supersede all prior agreements, representations, statements and understanding between the parties. The section titles in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.  Use of the word “including” will be interpreted to mean “including without limitation.” Any ambiguities in the interpretation of these Terms shall not be construed against the drafting party. You agree that communications and transactions between us may be conducted electronically.

These Terms are entered into solely between you and BSRC and will not create any obligations on the party of BSRC to any third party and, except for your indemnification obligations with respect to the BSRC Indemnified Parties, will not be deemed to create any rights in any third parties.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, our Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (BSRC)
Email: communications@restorationplaza.org

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Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (BSRC) Privacy Policy

Updated April 7, 2025

Introduction

At Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (BSRC), we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your data when you interact with us. How we collect and use data will depend on your interactions with our site and services: whether you are interacting with us online or in person, as a client, a donor, or merely as a member of the public. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide to us via our website or from our interactions with you in person and automatically collect information when you visit our website.

a. Personal Information You Provide

This includes information that you voluntarily share with us. This may occur through online forms, newsletter signups, scheduling an appointment, intake process, emails, donations, and event registration. BSRC uses the following types of information to provide you with services or refer you to a partner organization:

• Contact Information: This typically includes your name, e-mail and postal address, your telephone number, and any other information you choose to include when you interact with us, such as when you sign up for our newsletter, donate, or request information. 
• Transactional Information: When you make a donation or purchase, we may receive your name, amount donated, donation dedication, and billing address, as applicable.
• Event Registration: When you sign up for our events, we collect information relevant to your participation. As described above, this may include your contact and donation information, as well as details such as your sponsorship tier, guest names, and t-shirt size, or details about your room reservation when you host an event with us.
• Service Information: When you register for our services, we collect information to schedule your appointment with our Program Staff. This information may include contact information, demographics, primary language, your preferred meeting location, and your communication preferences.
• Other Information You Provide: If, in the course of our communications, you provide information as attachments, we will use that information, as applicable, in processing your case. Examples include but are not limited to a copy of your resume, for our job training.

Some of the personal information you provide to us may be sensitive, particularly if you are seeking services from us. Such sensitive information might include your citizenship status, employment history, or financial information.

b. Automatically Collected Information

Through our website, we receive and record data that your internet browser typically makes available. This data allows us to serve you and improve our services. 

• Device Information: This includes your IP address and details about the device that you use to access our website, such as hardware model, browser type and version, operating system, and browser plugins. 
• Site Activity: This includes pages you visit on our site, time spent, click-through rates, and the resources that you use on our website.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: A cookie is a small file placed on your device, used to identify your browser as you use a network, and allows us to know information about your use of the website, including the specific pages visited and the length of time spent on each page. You may refuse to accept cookies or delete existing cookies by adjusting the appropriate setting on your browser at any time. 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Communicate with You: When you email us, request an appointment, or otherwise communicate with us, we use your message and contact information to respond to you. We may forward your message internally, along with the associated contact information to the appropriate BRSC employee or volunteer so that we may respond to your inquiry, set up an appointment, or follow up on earlier communications.
• Keep You Informed: When you sign up for our newsletter, donate, or sign up for an event, we will use the contact information you provide to let you know about other BRSC news, events, fundraising campaigns, and other activities. 
• Keep Others Informed: We may use your data in an aggregated form, meaning it will be stripped of information identifiable to you, and used to report on our activities and the efficacy of our programs. For example, we may use your zip code to analyze which zip codes have the highest engagement with our services.
• Schedule and Facilitate Appointments: When you sign up for an appointment, we will collect your contact information and service information as stated above. We will use this information to schedule your meeting with our Program Staff, identify your needs, and provide services in your preferred language to the extent possible. 
• Offer and Improve Our Website: We use cookies and other automatically collected information, such as IP and browser details, to present our website to you correctly. If you elect to enable cookies, we may use that information to improve our site design based on how our users navigate and use our website.
• Meet Legal Requirements: As necessary, we may use information provided voluntarily and automatically to comply with legal requirements, defend against legal claims or demands, exercise our legal rights, safeguard the security of our website and data, and protect our rights and the rights of others. This may include provisioning such data to cooperate with law enforcement or in document production for legal discovery.
• Meet Contractual Requirements: We collect and utilize data on demographics served, program reach, and impact metrics to demonstrate the effectiveness of our work and identify potential service gaps and funding opportunities. This data is used to: support funding requests by demonstrating program impact, update funders and the community on program activities and outcomes and communicate how the data collected contributes to the advancement of the organization’s mission and goals.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information under the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist in website operations, payment processing, IT services, event management, and communications. We require these vendors to maintain confidentiality and integrity. 
• Payment Processors: We use trusted payment processors to handle your transactional data when you make a purchase or donate to us. 

• Referral Partners: Personal information is used exclusively to identify suitable referral partners within our trusted community network, ensuring you receive the most relevant support available.
• Interns and Volunteers: Our interns and volunteers sometimes have access to personal information in the course of their volunteering, including but not limited to postal addresses (for sending letters), names for donation solicitation.
• Provide When Required by Law: We may disclose information as required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• Protection of BSRC: If we believe necessary, we may share information to protect our rights, property, or the safety of our community.

4. Data Security

We endeavor to take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. This includes, secure socket layer (SSL) technology, and access controls. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Requests 

You make the following requests regarding your personal information and BSRC will endeavor to comply with where feasible. To make use of these requests, you may contact us directly.

• Access and Correction: You can request access to the personal data that we hold about you and request corrections or updates. 
• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
• Opt-Out of Communications: If you no longer wish to receive marketing communications from us, you can opt out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not governed by this privacy policy. BSRC is not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites, and we encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.

7. Children’s Information

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly take steps to delete such information. BSRC requests that all minors have their parents read this Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revision date at the top. Your continued use of our website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (BSRC)
Email: communications@restorationplaza.org