We arecommitted to protecting the privacy and security of our donors, supporters,volunteers, and website visitors. This Data Collection & Privacy Policyexplains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information whendonations are made through our website or online fundraising platforms.

By using ourwebsite or making a donation, you consent to the practices described in thispolicy.

Information We Collect

When you makean online donation or engage with our organization, we may collect thefollowing information:

PersonalInformation

• Full name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Phone number
• Donation amount and history

Payment Information

Payments areprocessed securely through third-party payment processors. We do not store fullcredit card or banking information on our servers.

Paymentprocessors may collect:

• Credit/debit card details
• Billing address
• Transaction information

Technical Information

We mayautomatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Website usage and interaction data
• Cookies and analytics information

How We Use Your Information

We usecollected information to:

• Process and acknowledge donations
• Issue tax receipts and donation confirmations
• Communicate updates about our programs, events,     and campaigns
• Respond to inquiries and donor support requests
• Improve our website functionality and donor     experience
• Maintain financial and legal records
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

Donor Privacy Commitment

We deeplyrespect donor privacy and will never sell, rent, or trade donor personalinformation to third parties for marketing purposes.

We may shareinformation only with trusted service providers necessary to operate ourorganization, such as:

• Payment processors
• Email communication platforms
• Accounting or financial systems
• Website hosting providers

Theseproviders are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of yourinformation.

Payment Security

We use securethird-party payment gateways and industry-standard encryption technologies toprotect financial transactions conducted online.

While we takereasonable measures to safeguard your information, no electronic transmissionor storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Cookies &Website Analytics

Our websitemay use cookies and analytics tools to:

• Understand website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve user experience
• Support fundraising and outreach efforts

Users maydisable cookies through their browser settings, though some website featuresmay not function properly as a result.

Data Retention

We retaindonor and transaction information only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill operational and legal obligations
• Maintain accurate financial records
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Your Rights & Choices

You may:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Request deletion of personal data where legally     permitted

To exercisethese rights, please contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Links

Our websitemay contain links to third-party websites or fundraising platforms. We are notresponsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

Policy Updates

We may updatethis Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices,technology, or legal requirements. Updated versions will be posted on this pagewith a revised effective date.