Frequently Asked
Questions
FAQ & Privacy Policy
Where is Bequia located?
Bequia, the largest of the Grenadines, lies at 9ºN 61ºW in the Southern Caribbean. It is part of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and CARICOM. The island covers 7 square miles with a population of about 5,500.
What is special about Bequia culture?
Bequia’s culture thrives on rich stories, resilience, creativity, and ancestral wisdom. Our community expresses itself through dance, music, craftsmanship, and innovation, building on the legacy of our creators, healers, and warriors. Read Our Bequia story here.
What percentage of the demographic is under 18?
Approximately 41.5% of the population of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is under 30. Youth unemployment stands at 42.3%, reflecting significant employment challenges.
What are the most significant social concerns on the island?
Bequia faces high youth unemployment (~40%), poverty, brain drain (85% of professionals emigrate), limited industries beyond fishing and construction, and social issues tied to colonial legacies such as family disruption, violence, and gender inequality. Support and educational opportunities remain scarce.
What are your opening hours?
We operate by appointment and for ongoing arts and healing programs at the St. Mary’s Anglican Church compound. Call (784) 530-7734 to schedule a visit.
I want to participate in one of your programs; how do I sign up?
Email info@thehubsvg.com or WhatsApp +1 (784) 530-7734 to inquire or register.
What currency do you accept on the island?
We accept Eastern Caribbean Dollars (XCD) and US Dollars (USD) at an exchange rate of 2.7 XCD to 1 USD.
Does THC accept Donations?
Yes! Donations directly support facilitators and youth programming. Canadian donors can receive tax receipts via our partnership with the Grenadines Initiative. If you want to support us from the US or the UK, please write to us to learn more about our global partnerships.
Do we accept volunteer placements?
We welcome volunteers passionate about community building, child education, holistic pedagogy, innovation, and breaking dependency cycles. Reach out to share how you can contribute.
PRIVACY POLICY
Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Last updated: March 2026
The Hub Collective is committed to protecting the privacy of everyone who visits our website, signs up for our newsletter, donates to our work, or participates in our programmes. This policy explains clearly and honestly what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we use and protect it.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Ever.
1. Who We Are
The Hub Collective is a community arts, environment, and healing organisation based in Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. We operate programmes across three pillars: Arts, Healing and the Environment
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at: info@thehubsvg.com
The Hub Collective, Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
2. What Information We Collect
• Your name and email address when you sign up for our newsletter
• Your name, email, and donation details when you donate via Global Giving Campaign (2021-2023) or our website
• Any information you share when you contact us via our website contact form
• Information submitted when you register for a workshop or programme
Information collected automatically
• Your IP address and browser type when you visit our website
• Pages visited and time spent on our site (collected via Google Analytics)
• Cookie preferences and interactions
Third-party services
Our website uses the following third-party tools which may collect data independently:
• Google Analytics — tracks website usage and visitor behaviour
• Mailchimp— manages our newsletter mailing list
Each of these services has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them.
3. Why We Collect Your Information
We only collect information that we genuinely need. Here is why we collect what we collect:
• To send you our newsletter and programme updates (only if you have signed up)
• To process and acknowledge your donations
• To confirm your registration for workshops or events
• To respond to your enquiries
• To understand how our website is used so we can improve it
• To comply with our obligations to funders and grant-makers
4. How We Store and Protect Your Information
We take the security of your personal information seriously. Your data is:
• Stored on secure, password-protected systems
• Accessible only to authorised Hub staff and board members
• Never stored longer than necessary for the purpose it was collected
We use HTTPS encryption on our website to protect data in transit. We never ask for payment or credit card details.
5. Who We Share Your Information With
We do not sell or trade your personal data. We may share limited information with:
• Our newsletter platform is solely for sending communications you have opted into
• Our funders or grant-makers, where required as part of programme reporting (in aggregate, anonymised form only)
We will never share your personal data with any third party for marketing purposes.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Ask us to delete your information at any time
• Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the link in any email we send
• Withdraw consent for us to hold or use your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@thehubsvg.com . We will respond within 15 days.
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to help the site function and to understand how it is being used. The cookies we use include:
• Essential cookies: required for the website to work properly
• Analytics cookies: used by Google Analytics to track how visitors use our site
When you first visit our site, you will be asked to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time in your browser settings.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time as our programmes grow or as regulations change. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this privacy policy or your personal data, please get in touch:
The Hub Collective: Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
info@thehubsvg.com and website: www.thehubsvg.com
This policy is compliant with Google for Nonprofits requirements and reflects best practices for small NGOs operating internationally.