Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2026
The Q Art Hour ("we," "us," or "our") is a Richmond, Virginia-based nonprofit arts organization. We are committed to protecting the privacy of everyone who visits our website or engages with our programs — especially LGBTQ+ youth artists and community members. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
Information We Collect
We collect only what we need to operate our programs and communicate with our community. This may include:
- Name, email address, and pronouns provided through contact or application forms
- Demographic information voluntarily shared as part of the artist application process
- Basic website analytics (page visits, browser type) through privacy-respecting tools
- Payment information processed through secure third-party ticketing services — we do not store payment data directly
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
- Respond to inquiries and process artist applications
- Send program updates, show announcements, and relevant communications
- Improve the experience of our website and programs
- Fulfill legal and compliance requirements as a nonprofit organization
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for commercial purposes.
Youth Privacy
We are especially attentive to the privacy of LGBTQ+ youth. We do not publicly identify artists under 18 without explicit written consent from both the artist and a parent or guardian. We treat all personal information shared by youth participants with the highest level of care and confidentiality.
Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies to remember your preferences and improve your experience. We use privacy-respecting analytics to understand general site usage. You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at hello@theqarthour.com. We will respond within 30 days.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Questions? Contact us at hello@theqarthour.com · The Q Art Hour · Richmond, Virginia