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Effective Date: 2024-01-29
Effective Date: 2024-01-29
Introduction
Introduction
Ngo Deaf Foundation, Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") is dedicated to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, website visitors, and all individuals who interact with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information. By using our services, visiting our website, or providing us with your information, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: This includes your name, physical address, email address, phone number, and any information you voluntarily provide to us.
Donation Information:
For donations made through Benevity and Stripe, we collect transaction details, including donation amount and date. Please note that we do not directly store your credit card or bank account details; these are securely processed by Benevity and Stripe according to their respective privacy policies.
For direct ACH payments, we collect bank account information necessary to process the transaction. This information is handled with appropriate security measures.
We also collect donation history and any related correspondence.
Volunteer Information: If you volunteer with us, we collect information related to your volunteer activities, including availability, skills, and background check information (if required).
Website Usage Information: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other usage data. We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect this information.
Communication Information: We collect information from communications you have with us, including emails, phone calls, and social media interactions.
Event Information: If you attend our events, we may collect information regarding your attendance, participation, and any related feedback.
Photo and Video Information: We may collect photos and videos of events and programs for promotional purposes, with consent when required.
How We Use Your Information
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
Providing Services: To deliver our programs and services to the deaf community.
Processing Donations: To process and acknowledge your donations, including those made through Benevity, Stripe, and ACH.
Volunteer Management: To manage and coordinate volunteer activities.
Communication: To communicate with you about our programs, events, and fundraising efforts.
Website Improvement: To improve our website and enhance user experience.
Compliance: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Marketing and Outreach: To promote our mission and engage with our supporters, with opt-out options provided.
Internal Operations: For internal record-keeping, analysis, and reporting.
Sharing Your Information
Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
Benevity and Stripe: For processing donations, as necessary. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for details on how they handle your data.
Service Providers: Third-party service providers who assist us with website hosting, email communication, and other operational needs. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights.
With your consent: When you have given us permission to share your information.
Partners: In instances where we have partnered with other organizations to provide a service, only the necessary information to complete said service will be shared.
Your Choices
Your Choices
Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You may opt-out of receiving marketing-related emails by following the opt-out or unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of the email, or by contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt out of marketing emails, we may still send you important service-related and non-marketing communications, such as donation receipts, event updates, or essential account notifications.Β Β
Mobile Location Data: If our mobile applications or services request access to your device's precise geolocation, you can disable this access through your mobile device's settings. Please note that disabling location services may affect the functionality of certain features.
Do Not Track (DNT): Some internet browsers offer "Do Not Track" signals, which allow users to indicate their preference not to be tracked across websites. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to these signals. Therefore, Ngo Deaf Foundation, Inc. does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" or similar signals. You can learn more about "Do Not Track" at http://www.allaboutdnt.com.
Declining to Provide Information: We require certain personal information to provide specific services, such as processing donations or registering volunteers. If you choose not to provide the information we identify as required or mandatory, we may be unable to provide those services. We will inform you when information is required and the consequences of not providing it.
Data Security
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We utilize industry-standard security protocols, especially for financial transactions, including those processed through Benevity, Stripe, and ACH. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
International Data Transfer
International Data Transfer
We are headquartered in the United States and may use service providers that operate in other countries. Your personal information may be transferred to the United States or other locations where privacy laws may not be as protective as those in your state, province, or country.
Children's Privacy
Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete it.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the effective date. Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:Β Β
Consent
Consent
By using this website, and/or providing your information to Ngo Deaf Foundation, Inc. you consent to this privacy policy.
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