Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Donation Information: Payment details, donation amounts, billing information
• Volunteer Information: Skills, availability, background check information
• Communication Preferences: Newsletter subscriptions, communication preferences

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Processing Donations: To process your donations and provide tax receipts
• Communication: To send updates about our programs, impact reports, and fundraising campaigns
• Volunteer Management: To coordinate volunteer activities and opportunities
• Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our website and services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission
• Secure servers and databases
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Employee training on data protection practices

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.