Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 14 February 2025

At Feeding Joy (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [feedingjoy.org] (the “Site”) and make donations. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you make a donation or sign up for updates, we may collect personal information that can include:

Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.
Payment Information: Credit or debit card details, processed securely through our third-party payment processor.
Other Information: Any additional information you provide in communications with us or through other forms on our Site.

Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information, such as:

Browser type, operating system, and device information.
Website usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on pages).
Cookies and similar tracking technologies as described below.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

Process and manage your donations.
Provide you with updates, newsletters, and information about our programs.
Improve our website and enhance user experience.
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our website, process payments, and manage our communications. These providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
Legal Requirements: When required to do so by law, regulation, or legal process.
Organizational Transactions: In connection with any merger, sale, or transfer of all or part of our assets, provided that the recipient agrees to maintain your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

Understand user behavior and preferences.
Analyze website traffic and usage.
Provide a personalized browsing experience.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may affect the functionality of our Site.

5. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal information.
Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements.
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from our newsletters or marketing communications at any time by following the instructions in the email or contacting us directly.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete it.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: donations@feedingjoy.org
Mailing Address: 321 Walnut Street, Suite 461, Newtonville, MA 02460

This Privacy Policy is intended to inform you about our practices. By using our Site, you agree to the terms described above.