Privacy Policy

Educational Sustainability Mobilization Inc.

DBA Bayit Community Land Trust

Effective Date: May 9, 2026
State of Operation: Maryland, United States




1. Introduction

Educational Sustainability Mobilization Inc. DBA Bayit Community Land Trust (“ESMI,” “Bayit Community Land Trust,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of individuals who interact with our programs, services, websites, forms, referrals, community outreach activities, and related platforms.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect information obtained through our services and community programs.




2. Organization Information

Educational Sustainability Mobilization Inc. is a Maryland nonprofit corporation and federally recognized 501(c)(3) public charity operating under the public-facing DBA Bayit Community Land Trust.

Programs may include:

Housing stabilization services

Transportation assistance and referrals

Workforce readiness initiatives

Community outreach

Intake and assessment coordination

Referral and sponsorship support

Educational and community engagement services





3. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information

Full name

Address

Phone number

Email address

Date of birth

Household information

Emergency contact information


Program Participation Information

Housing status

Employment information

Transportation needs

Referral information

Eligibility documentation

Public assistance participation

Veteran status (if voluntarily provided)
Technical Information

When using our websites or digital platforms, we may collect:

IP address

Device information

Browser type

Website usage data

Cookies and analytics information





4. Information Concerning Children Under 13

Certain ESMI and Bayit Community Land Trust programs may involve services benefiting families and children. As part of intake, assessment, referral coordination, housing stabilization, transportation assistance, educational programming, or family support activities, we may collect limited information concerning children under the age of 13.

This information may include:

Child’s name

Age or date of birth

Household relationship

Educational or service-related needs

Emergency contact information

Program participation information


We collect this information only:

With the consent of a parent, guardian, caregiver, or authorized representative;

As reasonably necessary to provide community services, referrals, assessments, or program coordination;

In compliance with applicable federal and Maryland laws.


We do not knowingly sell or commercially market information relating to children under 13.

Parents or guardians may contact us to:

Review information submitted regarding their child;

Request corrections;

Request deletion where legally permitted.





5. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

Provide services and referrals

Conduct intake and eligibility assessments

Coordinate transportation or housing assistance

Communicate regarding programs or applications

Improve operations and community services

Maintain records required by law or grant obligations

Protect against fraud or misuse

Comply with legal obligations





6. Sharing of Information

We may share information:

With community partners or referral agencies as necessary for service coordination;

With government agencies where required by law;

With contractors or service providers assisting with operations;

To protect the safety, rights, or property of individuals or the organization.


We do not sell personal information.

All transportation assistance, housing opportunities, referrals, or vehicle-related placements remain subject to eligibility determination and independent approval by participating partner organizations.




7. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, misuse, or loss.

However, no electronic system or internet transmission can be guaranteed completely secure.




8. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary:

To provide services;

To comply with legal, grant, reporting, insurance, audit, or regulatory obligations;

To maintain organizational records.





9. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, individuals may request:

Access to certain personal information;

Correction of inaccurate information;

Deletion of information where legally permitted;

Withdrawal of consent where applicable.


Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.




10. Third-Party Services and Links

Our website or materials may contain links to third-party websites, partner organizations, or external platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party entities.

Users should review the policies of those organizations separately.




11. Maryland Privacy Compliance

This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with applicable Maryland and federal privacy laws governing nonprofit organizations, community service providers, and digital information practices.




12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date.

Continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.




13. Contact Information

Educational Sustainability Mobilization Inc.

DBA Bayit Community Land Trust

Silver Spring, Maryland, USA

📧 info@sustainabilitycharity.org
🌐 sustainabilitycharity.org

For privacy-related requests or questions, please contact us using the information above.