The Share and Shine Organization’s Privacy Policy

The Share and Shine Organization Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 7, 2025

1. Our Commitment to Privacy

The Share and Shine Organization is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, and website visitors. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. We are dedicated to maintaining your trust and ensuring that your data is handled responsibly and securely.

2. Information We Collect

• Personally Identifiable Information:We may collect personal information such as your name, address, email address, phone number, and payment information when you make a donation, volunteer, or register for an event. 
• Non-Personally Identifiable Information:We may also collect non-personal information, such as your IP address, browser type, and website activity, to improve our website and services. 
• How We Collect Information:We collect information directly from you when you provide it to us, such as through online forms, donation pages, or event registration forms. We may also collect information indirectly through cookies or other tracking technologies.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Donation Processing:We use your personal information to process your donation, issue tax receipts, and acknowledge your gift. 
• Communication:We may use your contact information to provide updates on our activities, events, and fundraising campaigns. 
• Volunteer Management:We use volunteer information to coordinate volunteer activities and ensure effective program delivery. 
• Website Improvement:We use non-personal information to improve our website's functionality and user experience. 
• Legal Compliance:We may use your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.

4. Sharing Your Information

• Third-Party Service Providers:We may share your information with third-party service providers, such as payment processors or email marketing platforms, but only to the extent necessary to perform specific services on our behalf. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements. 
• Legal Requirements:We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to a legal request. 
• Donation Recognition:We may publicly recognize donors in our annual reports or on our website, but only with your explicit consent.

5. Data Security

• We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. 
• We use secure payment processing methods and encrypt sensitive data. 
• We regularly review and update our security protocols.

6. Your Rights

• You have the right to access your personal information, request corrections, or ask us to delete your data. 
• You can opt-out of receiving communications from us at any time. 
• You can contact us if you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices.

7. Contact Information

• If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at info@theshareandshineorganization.org or (336)268-5780.

8. Changes to this Policy

• We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will post any changes on our website. 
• By using our website or interacting with us, you consent to the terms of this privacy policy.