Effective Date: 10/21/2024
At the Pamela R. Bowren Foundation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that any personal information you share with us is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in the following ways:
- Information You Provide:
When you interact with us through our website, register for events, subscribe to our newsletter, donate, or participate in our programs, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment information. - Automatically Collected Information:
We may also collect certain information automatically when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and activity on the site (e.g., pages viewed). This information helps us understand how users interact with our website and allows us to improve your experience. - Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about your visit to our website. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
The Pamela R. Bowren Foundation uses your personal information to:
- Provide and improve our programs, services, and events
- Communicate with you about upcoming events, programs, and opportunities
- Process donations and provide tax receipts for contributions
- Personalize your experience on our website
- Conduct research and analysis to improve our services
- Comply with legal obligations
We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
3. How We Share Your Information
We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:
- With Trusted Service Providers:
We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, or delivering services. These service providers are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information and are only permitted to use it for the purposes we specify. - Legal Compliance:
We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, legal process, or government request. - In Case of Merger or Acquisition:
In the event that the foundation is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, provided that the acquiring entity honors the commitments made in this Privacy Policy.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect the personal information we collect. This includes implementing physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to secure your data. While we strive to protect your personal information, no security system is 100% foolproof. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
5. Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You can request that we correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or regulatory retention obligations.
- Opt-out: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as event sponsors or partner organizations. The Pamela R. Bowren Foundation is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete such information promptly.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” noted at the top. Your continued use of our website after any changes have been posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Pamela R. Bowren Foundation
prbfoundt@gmail.com
816-875-8004