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DSNY Hockey – Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12-1-2025

DSNY Hockey is a pending 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization officially recognized by the New York City Department of Sanitation. Although we are recognized and held to departmental standards, DSNY Hockey operates independently from the Department of Sanitation. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, join our programs, submit forms, or make purchases.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Payment information (processed securely through our payment partners)

  • Order details (sizes, selections, donations, etc.)

  • Player or participant submissions

We do not collect unnecessary information, and we do not store full credit card details on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for purposes including:

  • Processing merchandise sales and pre-orders

  • Managing team operations, registrations, and communications

  • Providing updates regarding events, schedules, programs, and fundraising

  • Responding to questions or support requests

  • Maintaining accurate nonprofit and departmental records

  • Supporting DSNY Hockey’s scholarship programs and community efforts

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except as needed to complete secure payment processing or as legally required.

3. Non-Refundable Purchases

All merchandise sales, donations, and pre-orders made through this website or in person are final.
No refunds or exchanges are offered unless otherwise specified by DSNY Hockey.

4. Independence From the Department of Sanitation

While DSNY Hockey is an officially recognized organization and held to DSNY standards, the team operates separately from the Department of Sanitation.
Personal information collected through this website is not shared with the Department unless legally required or strictly necessary for compliance purposes.

5. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Commitment

DSNY Hockey is committed to upholding Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles consistent with Department of Sanitation policies.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Participation in DSNY Hockey programs is open to all eligible individuals in accordance with these standards.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
All payments are processed through secure, PCI-compliant third-party vendors such as Wix Payments, Stripe, PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle, depending on the method chosen.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or basic analytics tools to improve user experience and understand how visitors interact with our site.
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, partners, or social media platforms.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Information submitted for scholarship or youth participation programs must be provided by a parent or guardian.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any revisions will be posted with an updated “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to request updates or removal of your information, you may contact us at:

DSNY Hockey
Email: info@dsnyhockey.com
Website: DSNYHockey.com

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