At Hunger No More Foundation, we are committed to protecting the personal information of our website visitors, volunteers, donors, and beneficiaries. This Data Protection and Usage policy outlines how we collect, use, process, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws and regulations.
Data Collection:
We collect personal information directly from you when you interact with us, such as when you make a donation, sign up as a volunteer, subscribe to our newsletter, register for events, or contact us for inquiries. The information we collect may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, payment details, and other relevant data necessary for the specific interaction.
We also collect non-personal information automatically when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data. This information is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve our website’s functionality and enhance your user experience.
Data Usage:
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
Processing Donations and Transactions: We use your information to process donations, manage transactions, and issue tax receipts where applicable.
Volunteer Engagement: Personal information of volunteers is used to communicate about volunteer opportunities, organize events, and ensure a smooth volunteer experience.
Communication: We may use your contact details to send updates, newsletters, and information about our events, initiatives, and campaigns, with an option to opt-out anytime.
Website Improvement: Non-personal information is utilized to analyze website traffic, trends, and user preferences to enhance our website’s performance and content.
Data Processing and Security:
We process personal information only for the purposes stated in this policy or as explicitly consented by you. Your personal data is stored on secure servers, and we implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your data.
Data Sharing:
We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in website hosting, payment processing, communication, and other essential functions. These service providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are not allowed to use your information for any other purpose.
We may also disclose your personal data to comply with legal requirements, respond to lawful requests, protect our rights, or protect the safety of others.
Data Retention:
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or as required for legitimate business purposes.
Your Privacy Choices:
You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information. You can opt-out of receiving our communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Children’s Privacy:
Our website and services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
Changes to this Policy:
We may update this Data Protection and Usage policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our data protection practices.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding data protection and usage or our data practices, please contact us. Thank you for entrusting Hunger No More Foundation with your data. We are dedicated to upholding your privacy and using your personal information responsibly to further our mission of creating positive change in the world. #HungerNoMore #DataProtection #YourPrivacyMatters