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PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information:
a. Personal Information (Provided by You)
This includes information you voluntarily provide to us through forms, donations, email, or event sign-ups, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Donation/payment details (processed securely through a third-party vendor)

  • Volunteer sign-up or event participation data

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
b. Non-Personal Information (Collected Automatically)
When you visit the Site, we may collect technical data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Referring URL

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of access

  • General geographic location

This data is collected via cookies and third-party tools like Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

  • Process donations and provide receipts

  • Respond to your inquiries or messages

  • Register you for events or volunteer opportunities

  • Send newsletters or organizational updates (if opted in)

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Maintain internal records and donor databases

  • Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Email Communications
If you sign up to receive updates or newsletters, we may send you occasional emails about our work, events, fundraising campaigns, or organizational news. You can opt out at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or by contacting us directly at info@groundworkmobilecounty.org.
4. Donation & Payment Security
All financial transactions are processed through secure third-party payment platforms (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, or similar). We do not store your credit card information on our servers.
We only work with PCI-compliant vendors who use encryption to protect your payment details.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience and understand how visitors use our Site. These may include:

  • Google Analytics

  • Meta Pixel (Facebook)

  • Session cookies for remembering preferences

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
6. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:

  • With service providers who help operate our website or process donations (bound by confidentiality agreements)

  • When required by law or to protect the safety of our users

  • With your consent

7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You can request deletion of your information at any time.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Correct or update your personal information

  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)

  • Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, email us at info@groundworkmobilecounty.org.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet-based system is 100% secure.
10. External Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.
11. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted here with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
Groundwork Mobile County
P.O. Box 10322
Prichard, AL 36610
info@groundworkmobilecounty.org

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