Great Commission Missionary School Privacy Policy
Great Commission Missionary School
Effective Date: January 30, 2026
Great Commission Missionary School (“GCMS,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information, including information related to SMS communications.
By using our website or providing your information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Organization Information
Great Commission Missionary School
2215 NE 106th Ave
Portland, OR 97220
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 971-231-4877
Website: www.gcmission.org
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information when you interact with us:
Full name
Email address
Mobile phone number
Mailing address
Application or enrollment information
Donation and billing information
Mission trip documentation (when applicable)
Communications submitted through forms or email
We may also collect limited technical data such as IP address, browser type, and website usage data.
We do not sell personal information.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Process applications and enrollment
Coordinate mission trips and events
Send program updates and notifications
Process donations and issue tax receipts
Respond to inquiries
Ensure participant safety
Improve our website and ministry operations
Comply with legal obligations
4. SMS Communications
SMS Program Description
Great Commission Missionary School uses SMS communications strictly for ministry-related informational purposes.
Our SMS program is designed to communicate with:
Applicants
Students
Parents or guardians
Donors
Event participants
Volunteers
SMS communications may include:
Application status updates
Enrollment notifications
Event reminders
Mission trip coordination
Schedule changes
Donation confirmations
Emergency updates
Important ministry announcements
Message frequency varies depending on your level of engagement.
We do not send unsolicited marketing messages.
SMS Opt-In Consent
By providing your mobile phone number through our website forms, applications, registrations, event sign-ups, or other written or digital opt-in methods, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated and non-automated SMS communications from Great Commission Missionary School.
Consent is voluntary and is not a condition of purchase or participation.
Message & Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying:
STOP to unsubscribe
HELP for assistance
After sending STOP, you will receive a confirmation message and will no longer receive SMS communications unless you opt in again.
For additional support, contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 971-231-4877
SMS Data Protection & Non-Sharing
We respect your privacy.
Mobile numbers and SMS consent information are not sold, rented, shared, or distributed to third parties for marketing purposes.
SMS consent data is used solely for Great Commission Missionary School communications.
We do not share mobile opt-in information with external marketing partners.
5. Information Sharing
We may share limited information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our ministry, including:
Payment processors
Website hosting providers
Email and SMS communication platforms
Travel and insurance providers
These providers are required to safeguard your information and use it only for authorized purposes.
We may also disclose information if required by law.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no transmission system can guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary for ministry operations, financial recordkeeping, legal compliance, or safety purposes.
8. Your Rights
You may request to:
Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion (subject to legal obligations)
Opt out of communications
To submit a request, email: [email protected]
9. Children’s Privacy
We collect information about minors only with parental or guardian consent when participating in programs or mission trips.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
12. Contact Information
Great Commission Missionary School
2215 NE 106th Ave
Portland, OR 97220
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 971-231-4877
Website: www.gcmission.org