Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Friends of Kat Simons Foundation ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled safely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website https://www.friendsofkatsimons.com (the "Site") or engage with our services, programs, donations, or volunteering opportunities.

By accessing or using our Site or otherwise providing your personal information to us, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information from you in several ways:

A. Personal Information You Provide Voluntarily

Donations: When you make a financial contribution, we collect your name, billing address, email address, phone number, and payment details (credit card or bank info). Note: Payment card details are processed securely by our third-party payment processors and are not stored on our servers.
Newsletter & Communications: If you sign up for our mailing list or request information, we collect your name, email address, and communication preferences.
Volunteering: If you apply to volunteer or work with us, we collect your contact information and any other relevant personal information you provide.
Event Registration: When you register for events, campaigns, or webinars, we collect your contact information and any specific requirements or preferences.

B. Information Collected Automatically

Log Data & Cookies: When you browse our Site, we automatically collect certain technical information, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the date/time of your visit. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze trends, administer the Site, and gather demographic information. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on your site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To process and acknowledge your donations and provide tax receipts.
To send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials related to our mission (you can opt out at any time).
To manage and coordinate volunteer activities, programs, and community events.
To respond to your inquiries, feedback, or requests for support.
To improve our website functionality, security, and user experience.
To comply with legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements. We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties. We may share your information only under the following circumstances, or as otherwise described in this Privacy Policy.

Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations (e.g., Stripe, PayPal), or sending emails (e.g., Mailchimp). These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, our users, or others.
Consent: We may share your information with other parties if we have your explicit consent to do so.

5. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites run by third parties (such as partner organizations or social media networks). We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the privacy policies, content, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external site you visit.

6. Security of Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no transmission of data over the internet or storage method is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

Access & Correction: The right to request access to or correction of the personal information we hold about you.
Opt-Out: The right to unsubscribe from our promotional emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link at the bottom of the email or contacting us directly.
Data Deletion: The right to request that we delete your personal information (subject to legal or record-retention requirements).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete that information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. For material changes, we may also notify you by posting a prominent notice on our Site or by sending you an email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: info@friendsofkatsimons.com

Mailing Address: 11485 Otter Run Drive, Ashland, Va 23005