Tree House Ventures, LLC - Privacy Statement

Last Updated: March 18, 2026

Tree House Ventures, LLC ("Tree House Ventures," "THV," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information responsibly. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, www.thvpartners.com, or interact with our programs, including Purpose United® and THV internship or training opportunities.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Statement.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following categories:

A. Information You Provide Directly

This includes:

Name, email address, or other contact details
Information submitted through contact forms, email inquiries, or program applications
Materials you voluntarily provide when engaging with THV programs, including Purpose United® or internship opportunities

We do not request or require sensitive personal data (e.g., government IDs, financial account numbers, health information). If you choose to provide such information, you do so voluntarily.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address and general location
Browser type, device information, and operating system
Pages visited, referring URLs, and site interaction data
Cookies or similar technologies used for basic site functionality and analytics

We do not use cookies for targeted advertising.

C. Information from Third Parties

If you interact with third-party platforms linked from our site (e.g., Google services, newsletter tools), those platforms may collect information under their own privacy policies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
Provide updates, insights, newsletters, or program information you request
Evaluate and manage participation in THV programs
Improve website performance and user experience
Maintain the security and integrity of our website
Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information.

3. How We Share Information

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

A. Service Providers

We may share information with trusted vendors who support:

Website hosting
Email delivery
Analytics
Security and infrastructure

These providers may access personal information only to perform services on our behalf.

B. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

Comply with applicable law or legal process
Respond to lawful requests from government authorities

C. Business Transactions

If THV undergoes a merger, acquisition, or restructuring, information may be transferred as part of that process.

We do not share personal information with advertisers or data brokers.

4. Your Rights Under Virginia Law (VCDPA)

If you are a Virginia resident, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Confirm whether we process your personal data
Right to Access your personal data
Right to Correct inaccuracies
Right to Delete personal data you provided or we obtained
Right to Obtain a Copy of your personal data in a portable format
Right to Opt Out of targeted advertising (we do not engage in this)
Right to Opt Out of sale of personal data (we do not sell data)
Right to Opt Out of profiling in furtherance of decisions with legal or significant effects (we do not engage in such profiling)

How to Exercise Your Rights

You may submit a request by contacting us at https://www.thvpartners.com/contact.

We will respond within the timeframe required by the VCDPA.

Appeal Process

If we deny your request, you may appeal by replying to our decision email. If your appeal is denied, you may contact the Virginia Attorney General.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically. The "Last Updated" date will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Statement or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us via https://www.thvpartners.com/contact.