Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Submit a contact form
  • Register for an event
  • Volunteer or apply for a program

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Mailing address
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Any other information you choose to provide

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of visit
  • Referring website

This information is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process donations and issue receipts
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Provide updates about our programs and activities
  • Send newsletters and communications (you may opt out at any time)
  • Improve our website and user experience
  • Maintain internal records
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Donations and Payment Processing

Online donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We do not store complete credit card information on our servers. Your payment information is handled in accordance with the privacy policies and security practices of those providers.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your information:

  • With trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our activities
  • When required by law or to comply with legal obligations
  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of the Foundation

All third-party providers are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security safeguards.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the Site may not function properly.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure.

7. Your Choices

You may:

  • Opt out of receiving marketing communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails
  • Contact us to update or correct your information
  • Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal and recordkeeping obligations

To make a request, please contact us.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.