Privacy Policy for Kibbitz & Konnect

Last Updated: March 25, 2026

At Kibbitz & Konnect, Inc. (“Kibbitz & Konnect”) we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe environment for our community members. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit www.kibbitzkonnect.org or participate in our events.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when you:

• Sign up for our mailing list or register for events (e.g., name, email address, phone number).
• Attend in-person gatherings, where you may provide demographics or interests to help us facilitate connections.
• Contact us with inquiries or support requests.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Communicate with you about upcoming events, programs, and community news.
• Manage event registrations and logistics.
• Improve our website and services based on member feedback and usage patterns.
• Ensure the safety and security of our community events.

3. Sharing Your Information

• No Sale of Data: We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (like email marketing platforms or event ticketing sites) strictly to perform tasks on our behalf.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use “cookies” to enhance your user experience. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site and allow us to save your preferences for future visits. You can choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies, though some parts of the site may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our services and events are intended for adults (typically ages 21+). We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18.

7. Your Choices

• Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving our emails at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our communications.
• Access and Updates: You may contact us to request access to, correct, or delete any personal information that you have provided to us.

8. Event Photography and Media

By attending Kibbitz & Konnect events, you acknowledge that photography, audio, and video recording may occur.

• Usage Rights: Kibbitz & Konnect reserves the right to use any photograph or recording taken at our events for promotional, educational, or other purposes, including but not limited to: website content, social media posts, and marketing materials.
• Your Consent: Your attendance at an event constitutes your consent to be photographed or recorded and to the release, publication, or reproduction of such media.
• Opt-Out: If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform an event organizer or the photographer upon arrival. We will make reasonable efforts to honor your request.

9. Community Code of Conduct

Kibbitz & Konnect is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all members of the Atlanta Jewish singles community. By participating in our events or using our digital platforms, you agree to the following:

• Respect and Inclusion: Treat all members, hosts, and venue staff with dignity and respect. We have zero tolerance for harassment, discrimination, or hateful language based on gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, or religious practice.
• Consent and Boundaries: Respect the personal boundaries of others. This includes physical space and the right to decline conversation or sharing contact information.
• Authenticity: We are a community built on genuine connection. Please be honest and authentic in your interactions and registration details.
• Responsible Socializing: If alcohol is served at an event, we expect members to drink responsibly. Illegal substance use is strictly prohibited at all Kibbitz & Konnect gatherings.
• No Solicitation: Our events are for social connection. Please refrain from using our gatherings or member lists for aggressive business solicitation or spamming.
• Reporting Misconduct: If you feel uncomfortable or witness behavior that violates this code, please speak with an event organizer immediately or contact us via our website.
• Consequences: Kibbitz & Konnect reserves the right to remove any individual from an event or ban them from future programs, without a refund, if they fail to adhere to this Code of Conduct.

10. Third-Party Venue & Liability Disclaimer

By registering for and attending a Kibbitz & Konnect event, you acknowledge and agree to the following regarding our host venues:

• Independent Venues: Kibbitz & Konnect organizes events at third-party locations (e.g., Mutation Brewing Company, Baraonda Ristorante, Basil’s Restaurant, Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall), synagogues, or private residences). These venues are independent entities not owned or operated by Kibbitz & Konnect.
• Assumption of Risk: You voluntarily assume all risks related to your attendance, including but not limited to physical injury, illness (such as foodborne illness or transmissible diseases), or loss/damage of personal property occurring on the venue’s premises.
• Release of Liability: You hereby release and hold harmless Kibbitz & Konnect, Inc., its officers, and volunteers from any claims or causes of action arising from the actions, omissions, or negligence of the third-party venue, its staff, or other event attendees.
• Venue Policies: While attending our events, you agree to abide by all specific rules, safety regulations, and security policies established by the host venue.
• Alcohol Responsibility: If an event is held at a venue serving alcohol, you are solely responsible for your own consumption. Kibbitz & Konnect is not liable for any injury or accident resulting from your or another guest’s alcohol consumption at or after the event.
• Third-Party Privacy: When visiting a venue’s website or using their onsite services (like guest Wi-Fi), your data is subject to that venue’s own privacy policy. We encourage you to review those policies directly as we have no control over their data practices.

11. Third-Party Ticketing & Payments

We may use third-party platforms (such as Eventbrite, Tock, or Stripe) to manage event registrations and process payments.

• Data Collection: When you register for an event, you provide information (like your name, email, and credit card details) directly to these third-party services.
• Third-Party Policies: These platforms have their own privacy policies and terms of service. We encourage you to review them, as Kibbitz & Konnect does not control and is not responsible for how these third parties handle your data.
• Financial Information: Kibbitz & Konnect does not store your full credit card numbers or bank account details on our own servers; all financial transactions are encrypted and handled by our secure payment processors.

12. Changes to This Policy

Kibbitz & Konnect, Inc. reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to check this page frequently to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact Ray Rothman at ray@rayrothman.com.