Privacy  Policy

Effective Date: [October 2023]

The Matthew Mark Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, supporters, and participants. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information and outlines your rights regarding your data.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: When you interact with our website (e.g., signing up for newsletters, making a donation, or registering for events), we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment information.

Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-personal data, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages viewed, to help us understand how our site is used and improve the experience.


2. How We Use Your Information
 

• To communicate with you about our programs, events, updates, and fundraising opportunities.

• To process and confirm your donations, registrations, or purchases.

• To respond to inquiries, requests, or feedback.

• To analyze website usage and improve our website and services.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us with services like payment processing, email distribution, or website hosting. These providers are required to protect your information and may not use it for other purposes.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or if necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.


4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze usage, and personalize content. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, although this may impact certain website features.


5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission is fully secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.


6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.


7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may also opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly.


8. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.


9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for general audiences, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it.


10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.


Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [info@matthewmarkfoundation.org] or [479-343-8388].