Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Website: www.thepledgeofgivinghope.org
Organization: Pledge of Giving Hope Foundation
Email: info@thepledgeofgivinghope.org

1. Introduction

Pledge of Giving Hope Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website www.thepledgeofgivinghope.org.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, make a donation, sign up for our newsletters, or interact with our organization in any way.

By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information to help us operate effectively and provide meaningful charitable services.

a. Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide personal information when:

  • Making a donation

  • Signing up for our newsletter

  • Contacting us through forms or email

  • Registering for events or campaigns

This may include:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)

  • Any other details you choose to share

b. Non-Personal Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect non-personal data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

  • Referring website links

This helps us analyze site performance and improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and acknowledge donations

  • Send donation receipts or thank-you messages

  • Communicate updates, newsletters, or fundraising appeals

  • Respond to inquiries or requests

  • Improve our website and services

  • Comply with legal obligations and reporting requirements

We will never sell, rent, or lease your personal data to third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use “cookies” — small text files stored on your device — to enhance your browsing experience.

Cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyze site traffic and usage

  • Improve content and functionality

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so might affect certain features of our website.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party service providers for:

  • Payment processing (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, etc.)

  • Email marketing or newsletter distribution

  • Website hosting and analytics

These third parties have access to personal data only as necessary to perform their functions and are required to protect it in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites linked from our site.

6. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Despite our efforts, no transmission of data over the internet is 100% secure. You acknowledge that you provide information at your own risk.

7. Retention of Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

When data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information

  • Withdraw consent to communications

  • Request a copy of your data

  • Object to certain data uses

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@thepledgeofgivinghope.org.

We will respond to all legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.

10. International Data Transfers

If you access our website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

By using our website, you consent to this transfer and processing.

11. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list or provide your email address, we may send you updates, newsletters, or fundraising appeals.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us at info@thepledgeofgivinghope.org.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted indicates your acceptance of the updated Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

Pledge of Giving Hope Foundation
Email: info@thepledgeofgivinghope.org
Website: www.thepledgeofgivinghope.org