1. Introduction

UPLIFT HANDS ("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 [yourwebsite.org] and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Donation information and payment details
• Volunteer application information
• Newsletter subscription preferences
• Event registration information
• Demographic information (optional)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

• Process donations and issue tax receipts
• Communicate with supporters, volunteers, and beneficiaries
• Send newsletters and updates about our programs (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Analyze website usage and trends
• Organize events and volunteer opportunities

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, web hosting)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
• Organizational Partners: With partner organizations for collaborative programs (only with your permission)

5. Donation Information

• Payment information is processed securely through our payment processor
• We retain donation records for tax and accounting purposes
• Donors may request to remain anonymous in public acknowledgments
• Tax receipts will be issued as required by law

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic
• Improve user experience

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

• Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Restricted access to personal information
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights and Choices

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at [privacy@yourorganization.org].

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside [Your Country], please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in [Your Country] where our servers are located.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

UPLIFT HANDS
[Street Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Email: [privacy@yourorganization.org]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]