Privacy Policy

Introduction

Keep Her Light Alive Foundation ("we," "us," or "our") is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting boating safety awareness across Florida. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information about our donors, website visitors, volunteers, and anyone who interacts with our Services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with us:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Donation Information: Payment details, donation amount, donation frequency
• Communication Preferences: Newsletter subscriptions, event notifications
• Volunteer Information: Skills, availability, background check information (if applicable)
• Event Registration: Names of attendees, dietary restrictions, accessibility needs

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device (see Cookies section below)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Processing Donations: To process and acknowledge your charitable contributions
• Communications: To send newsletters, event invitations, and updates about our programs
• Program Delivery: To coordinate educational programs, safety initiatives, and community events
• Legal Compliance: To comply with IRS regulations and other legal requirements for 501(c)(3) organizations
• Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Fundraising: To conduct fundraising campaigns and donor stewardship activities

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our website, process donations, or send communications (e.g., payment processors, email service providers)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Public Recognition: Donor names may be publicly recognized unless you request to remain anonymous
• Partner Organizations: With partner organizations for collaborative programs, only with your explicit consent

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use cookies to remember your preferences, analyze website traffic, and improve our services. You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Anonymity: Request that your donations remain anonymous

To exercise these rights, please contact us at Keepherlightalivesmr@gmail.com or call 786-874-1881.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Donation records are retained in accordance with IRS requirements for tax-exempt organizations.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: