Our Commitment to Privacy
Door of Hope in Woodstock, Georgia values your trust and is committed to protecting your privacy. We understand that you care about how your personal information is collected, used, and shared, and we want you to feel confident in how we handle it. This Privacy Policy explains our practices and the choices you can make about the way your information is collected and used by Door of Hope. It applies to donor and supporter information we collect both online and offline.
We have also updated this Privacy Policy to account for the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”). If you are a resident of the European Union, you may be entitled to additional protections in accordance with GDPR.
What Information Do We Collect?
We collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us.
For example, donors or supporters may share information such as:
- Name
- Address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Credit/debit card information
If you contact us by email, you may also provide your name and email address. Providing this data is necessary for us to process donations, respond to inquiries, or provide requested services.
In addition to information you submit directly, we may collect data from reputable third parties or automatically gather certain information using the following technologies:
- Web Server Logs: Our web servers may record details like IP address, pages visited, time of visits, and referring websites.
- Cookies: Cookies are small text files stored by your web browser. Door of Hope uses cookies to distinguish among visitors, improve website experiences, and provide more relevant information. Cookies may also be used on our donation platform to track items in your giving “cart.” You can adjust your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Where Is Information Stored?
Door of Hope is based in the United States. Any information you provide to us may be processed, stored, or accessed in the U.S. Residents of other countries should be aware that U.S. privacy laws may differ from those in your home country.
How Do We Use Information?
We use the information we collect to:
- Process donations and sponsorships
- Complete our charitable work and outreach programs
- Communicate with you about our projects, events, and activities
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Improve our website, supporter base, and outreach efforts
We may also collect information in specific contexts, such as when processing a job application.
Do We Share Information?
Door of Hope does not trade, sell, or share your personal information with organizations seeking to market their products or services to you.
We may share information only in limited situations, such as:
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our legal rights, safety, or security
- To prevent fraud or misconduct
- With service providers who help us operate (such as payment processors)
- With a successor organization in the event of a merger or transfer
Our Commitment to Data Security
We take strong measures to protect your information from unauthorized access and misuse. These include:
- Encryption protocols on our systems
- SSL security for online communications
- Two-factor authentication where appropriate
- Secure, encrypted storage of sensitive data both on-site and in cloud-based repositories
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal information. To do so, you can contact us at the details below.
If you subscribed to receive communications from us and later wish to stop, you may request removal from our distribution list at any time.
Please note: Some browsers allow you to send “Do Not Track” signals. At this time, we do not alter our practices based on such signals.
Additional Information
- Behavioral Advertising: We may use cookies or third-party technologies to provide you with information tailored to your interests.
- Links: Our website may contain links to other websites, which are governed by their own privacy policies.
- Spam Protection: We may use tools like Google’s reCAPTCHA to protect our site from spam and abuse.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be reflected on our website. If changes significantly impact how we handle previously provided personal information, we will attempt to notify you and obtain your consent where required.
Contacting Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Door of Hope
Email:
Address:
Phone: