USS - Privacy Policy

USS An All-In-One Solutions Lifeline Nonprofit.

Privacy Policy

At United Social Services Inc. (USS), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information when you visit our website and engage with our services.

Effective Date: 1/1/2025

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our website, we may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details provided voluntarily through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, donation forms, and program registrations.
Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and time spent on our site (collected via cookies and analytics tools).

2. How We Use Your Information

USS uses the collected information for the following purposes:
To respond to inquiries and provide requested services.
To process donations and issue receipts.
To send updates about programs, services, and fundraising efforts.
To improve website functionality and user experience.
To comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

USS does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information with trusted third parties under the following conditions:
With service providers who assist with website operations (e.g., payment processors, email services).
When required by law or in response to legal requests.
To protect our rights, users, or property.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and to collect anonymous traffic data through tools like Google Analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to other websites not operated by USS. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

7. Children’s Privacy

USS does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 17. Suppose we become aware that such data has been collected without parental consent. In that case, we will take steps to delete it.

8. Your Choices

You may opt out of receiving emails from us at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our communications or by contacting us directly.

9. Updates to This Policy

May update this Privacy Policy occasionally. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of the page. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact USS at:

Lee C. Wallace

Founder/President & CEO

Email Address: Lwallace@unitedsocialservicesinc.org

Phone Number: 210-245-8780

United Social Services Inc. (USS)

Target Audience for USS

1. Sector-Specific Professionals & Businesses

Tech Companies – For digital literacy training, software donations, and workforce development.
Banks & Financial Institutions – For financial literacy programs, bank account access, and sponsorships.
Real Estate Developers – For supportive housing collaborations, land use agreements, or affordable housing allocations.
Construction Companies/Trade Unions – For job training, apprenticeships, and renovation support for housing programs.
Insurance Companies – Especially health, housing, and life insurance companies, open to community partnerships.
Pharmaceutical Companies – For medication access programs and health education support.
Retail Chains – For donations of clothing, hygiene items, furniture, and seasonal employment opportunities.

2. Faith-Based Organizations & Institutions

Churches, mosques, synagogues, and temples open to community outreach partnerships, volunteers, and facility use.

Faith-based service groups that align with the values of helping the underserved.

3. Education Community

Universities and Colleges – Service-learning partnerships, intern placements, mental health support, and research collaborations.
School Districts and Charter Schools – To reach youth aging out of foster care or facing housing insecurity.
Adult Education Providers – For GED, ESL, and career training.

4. Healthcare Sector

Community Health Clinics & Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) – For primary care and behavioral health partnerships.
Hospitals & Public Health Departments – For health screening events and resource referrals.
Nutritionists & Wellness Coaches – For programs under “Wellbeing Matters.”

5. Local & Regional Government Agencies

Departments of Housing, Education, Health, Aging, and Disability Services.
Workforce development boards.
City council members and county commissioners.

6. Media, Marketing & Public Relations

Local Journalists & Bloggers – To share impact stories and promote fundraising campaigns.
Marketing Agencies – That offer pro bono work to nonprofits.
Social Media Influencers – Especially those with a focus on social justice, housing, or youth.

7. Transportation Industry

Local Transit Authorities – For donated passes or shared ride programs.
Rideshare Companies (Uber, Lyft, etc.) – For mobility vouchers and job access programs.
Auto Repair Shops & Dealerships – For vehicle donation, repairs, or maintenance programs.

8. Community Stakeholders

Community Development Corporations (CDCs) – For place-based collaboration and grant partnerships.
Neighborhood Associations & HOAs – To support housing access and integration.
Civic Groups (Rotary, Lions Club, etc.) – For funding, volunteering, or event partnerships.

9. Alumni & Program Graduates

Individuals who’ve benefited from USS programs can now serve as:
- Advocates
- Donors
- Volunteers
- Peer mentors

10. Foundations and Major Funders

Local family foundations.
National philanthropic organizations.
Social impact investors and donor-advised funds (DAFs).

11. Business Leaders in Key Industries (Potential Partners & Donors)

Transportation Companies: For mobility partnerships (ride services, donated vehicles, bus passes, etc.).
Counseling/Mental Health Providers: For referral partnerships and in-kind service support.
Educational Institutions and Training Centers: To offer trade programs, adult learning, GEDs, certificates, and employment readiness.
Food & Beverage Businesses: To provide meals, snacks, donations, or host fundraisers (restaurants, distributors, grocery stores).
Housing Associations and Property Management Companies: For affordable housing units, referrals, and transitional housing partnerships.
Employers and Workforce Development Programs: To connect clients with jobs and apprenticeships.

12. Professionals with Mission-Driven Interests

Lawyers (especially those in family, housing, or nonprofit law): For pro bono legal aid, tenant rights support, or governance counsel.
Doctors, Nurses, and Healthcare Providers: For wellness clinics, mobile units, and community health education.
Therapists and Social Workers: As direct service providers or volunteers.

13. Nonprofit Organizations & Advocacy Groups

Foster care advocacy groups
LGBTQ+ organizations
Homelessness and poverty-focused nonprofits
Disability rights organizations
Faith-based or community action groups

14. Government & Policy Stakeholders

Local and State Housing Authorities
Health and Human Services Departments
Child Protective Services
Educational Policy Leaders

15. Philanthropic Foundations and CSR Teams

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) departments looking to fund programs aligned with social impact.
Family foundations interested in youth, mental health, or housing.

16. Volunteers and Community Leaders

Individuals who’ve experienced homelessness, foster care, or food insecurity and want to give back.
Influencers or local figures who can amplify USS’s message.

17. Technology & Innovation Partners

Startup Incubators & Innovation Hubs – Especially those focused on social impact or community development.
App Developers – For case management, housing locator tools, or client communication platforms.
Telehealth Providers – For expanding mental health and wellness services virtually.

18. Veterans’ Organizations

Veterans Affairs Offices & Advocacy Groups – Some of your target population may include homeless or at-risk veterans, especially older adults.
Veteran-owned Businesses – Potential collaborators or funders aligned with service missions.

19. Foundations Serving Specific Demographics

LGBTQ+ Focused Funders – Such as the Elton John AIDS Foundation or Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice.
Disability-Focused Funders – Like the WITH Foundation or Craig H. Neilsen Foundation.

20. Arts & Culture Organizations

Community Arts Centers – For therapeutic or creative expression workshops.
Theaters, Museums, Music Venues – Partners for community events, healing through the arts, or outreach to isolated populations.

21. Environmental & Sustainability Groups

Green Building Councils & Eco Nonprofits – For energy-efficient housing or community garden partnerships.
Urban Farming & Food Access Initiatives – To collaborate on fresh food access for your Nourish Together program.

22. Justice System & Reentry Support

Probation/Parole Departments
Reentry Programs and Legal Aid Groups
Prison Education & Transition Services

23. Corporate Volunteer Networks

Employee Engagement Programs – Many companies offer team volunteer days and giving campaigns (e.g., through Benevity or YourCause).
HR & DEI Departments – Who may want to partner on equity, inclusion, or workforce development initiatives.