CBP Connect Terms, Privacy Notice, and Consent to Information Processing

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Overview

CBP Connect is a case management, program administration, referral tracking, community support, and participant information system operated by The CARDBoard Project ("The CARDBoard Project," "we," "us," or "our").

CBP Connect is used by authorized staff, administrators, volunteers, contractors, and approved partners to administer programs, coordinate services, manage participant records, track outcomes, and support The CARDBoard Project's nonprofit mission.

By submitting information through CBP Connect, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this Notice and consent to the collection, storage, use, and processing of information as described herein.

Participant Information and Consent

The CARDBoard Project serves individuals and families of all ages through its programs and services.

When required by law, funding requirements, program policies, or organizational procedures, a parent, guardian, caregiver, or other legally authorized representative may be required to review, approve, authorize, or sign documents on behalf of a participant.

Any person providing information on behalf of another individual represents that they are authorized to do so.

You agree that all information provided is accurate, complete, and truthful to the best of your knowledge.

Information We Collect

Information submitted through forms, applications, assessments, registrations, referrals, surveys, interviews, case management activities, and other program interactions may be collected and stored by The CARDBoard Project.

Information collected may include:

  • Name
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Email address
  • Date of birth
  • Household composition
  • Family demographics
  • Education information
  • Employment information
  • Income information
  • Housing information
  • Veteran status
  • Disability-related information voluntarily provided by participants
  • Program participation records
  • Assessment results
  • Service requests
  • Referral information
  • Case notes
  • Documentation voluntarily submitted in support of services or program participation

CBP Connect is not intended to collect Social Security Numbers, driver's license images, passport images, or other government-issued identification documents unless specifically required by a particular program and separately disclosed.

How We Use Information

Information may be used to:

  • Evaluate eligibility for programs and services
  • Coordinate referrals and community resources
  • Provide participant support and case management
  • Track service delivery and outcomes
  • Administer grant-funded programs
  • Measure program effectiveness
  • Improve participant services
  • Conduct community needs assessments
  • Prepare reports for grants, foundations, donors, and funding agencies
  • Meet auditing requirements
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Improve internal operations and service delivery

Submission of information does not guarantee eligibility, acceptance, services, funding, equipment, referrals, enrollment, or continued participation in any program.

Artificial Intelligence and Automated Processing

CBP Connect may utilize artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning technologies, automation tools, and related systems to assist authorized personnel with administrative and operational functions.

These technologies may assist with:

  • Organizing participant information
  • Categorizing records
  • Summarizing case notes
  • Administrative workflows
  • Reporting and analytics
  • Identifying missing information
  • Program management activities
  • Operational efficiency improvements

Information submitted through forms, assessments, referrals, applications, surveys, and case records may be processed by AI-enabled systems for legitimate organizational purposes.

AI-generated information may be inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, or incorrect.

The CARDBoard Project does not rely solely on AI systems when making decisions regarding program eligibility, participant services, resource allocation, referrals, or program participation. Human review remains responsible for final decisions.

AI-generated information should not be considered legal, medical, financial, educational, psychological, or professional advice.

Information Sharing

The CARDBoard Project does not sell participant information.

Information may be shared when reasonably necessary to:

  • Administer programs and services
  • Coordinate referrals
  • Work with approved program partners
  • Meet grant or funding requirements
  • Complete audits and reporting obligations
  • Comply with legal requirements
  • Protect participant safety
  • Protect organizational interests

Information may also be processed by trusted third-party providers that support system operations, including:

  • Cloud hosting providers
  • Data storage providers
  • Email service providers
  • Communication providers
  • Analytics providers
  • Security providers
  • Technology vendors

Such providers may access information only as necessary to perform authorized services.

Aggregated and De-Identified Information

The CARDBoard Project may use aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified information for:

  • Grant reporting
  • Impact reporting
  • Community needs assessments
  • Research
  • Organizational planning
  • Funding applications
  • Program evaluation
  • Statistical reporting

Personally identifiable information will not intentionally be disclosed through such reporting unless authorized by the participant or required by law.

Electronic Records and Signatures

CBP Connect may support electronic acknowledgements, signatures, approvals, releases, authorizations, and agreements.

By signing or submitting documents electronically, participants agree that electronic records and electronic signatures may be used in place of paper documents to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

Electronic signatures shall have the same legal effect as handwritten signatures.

Equipment and Device Loan Programs

Certain programs operated by The CARDBoard Project may include loaned devices, hotspot equipment, assistive technology, or other resources.

All loaned equipment remains the property of The CARDBoard Project unless otherwise stated in writing.

Separate agreements may govern use, maintenance, loss, replacement, return requirements, and participant responsibilities related to those resources.

Where a separate agreement exists, that agreement shall control with respect to equipment-related obligations.

Communications

By submitting information through CBP Connect, you consent to communications relating to:

  • Program participation
  • Applications
  • Service coordination
  • Documentation requests
  • Case management activities
  • Program updates
  • Follow-up requests
  • Administrative notices

Communications may occur through:

  • Email
  • Telephone
  • SMS/text message
  • Postal mail
  • Electronic forms
  • Other communication methods provided by the participant or authorized representative

Confidentiality

Information maintained within CBP Connect may contain sensitive information regarding personal circumstances, housing, education, employment, disability status, household composition, service needs, and participation in nonprofit programs.

The CARDBoard Project implements policies and procedures intended to protect participant confidentiality.

Information is accessible only to authorized personnel and approved partners with a legitimate business or program-related need.

Security

The CARDBoard Project uses reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect participant information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Despite these efforts, no internet-based service, network, system, or electronic storage method can guarantee complete security.

Participants acknowledge and accept these inherent risks.

Security Incidents

If The CARDBoard Project becomes aware of a security incident affecting personal information, we may investigate, mitigate, and provide notice as required by applicable law.

Data Retention

Information may be retained as long as reasonably necessary to:

  • Deliver services
  • Support program operations
  • Maintain historical program records
  • Meet grant requirements
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Satisfy auditing and reporting requirements

Information may remain archived after completion of services where retention is required or reasonably necessary.

No Professional Advice

The CARDBoard Project is a nonprofit organization.

Use of CBP Connect does not establish:

  • An attorney-client relationship
  • A physician-patient relationship
  • A therapist-client relationship
  • A counselor-client relationship
  • A fiduciary relationship
  • Any other licensed professional relationship

Information provided through CBP Connect is intended for program administration and informational purposes only.

Disclaimer of Warranties

CBP Connect and related services are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis.

The CARDBoard Project makes no guarantee regarding:

  • Availability
  • Reliability
  • Accuracy
  • Performance
  • Security
  • Fitness for a particular purpose

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The CARDBoard Project and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, contractors, affiliates, partners, and representatives shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of CBP Connect, participation in programs, delays, service interruptions, technology failures, or reliance on information provided through the platform.

Changes to This Notice

The CARDBoard Project may update this Notice periodically.

Updated versions will become effective upon posting unless otherwise stated.

Continued participation or submission of information after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Notice.

Governing Law

This Notice shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas.

Any dispute relating to CBP Connect, information submitted through CBP Connect, or participation in programs administered through CBP Connect shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the state or federal courts located in Bexar County, Texas.

Contact Information

Questions regarding this Notice may be directed to The CARDBoard Project through the contact information published on the organization's website.