Privacy Policy

Last updated: 06/01/2025

Family Bonds Foundation (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [www.familybondsfoundation.com] and interact with our services.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.


1. Information We Collect

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

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
  • Donation Information: Amount donated, payment method (processed via secure third-party services).
  • Nomination Submissions: Information submitted about a nominee, including their story and contact details.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, referring pages, and access times.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and nomination submissions.
  • Process donations and send donation receipts.
  • Send periodic newsletters and updates (if you opt-in).
  • Improve our website and user experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., email newsletter platforms, payment processors) only to the extent necessary to provide our services.
  • Law enforcement or legal entities if required by law.

4. Data Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.


5. Third-Party Services

Our site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., donation platforms). We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.


6. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.


7. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
  • Request corrections or deletion of your data.
  • Unsubscribe from communications at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.


9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.


10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us at:

Family Bonds Foundation
Email: [insert contact email]
Website: www.familybondsfoundation.com

Cookies

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