Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Harbor of Empowerment (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect information when you visit our website or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Donation details (processed securely through third-party payment providers)

  • Information submitted through contact forms, volunteer forms, or newsletter subscriptions

b. Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect non-identifiable information such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Pages visited and time spent on the website

  • Referring website URLs

This information is used for analytics and to improve website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries and communications

  • Process donations and issue receipts

  • Manage volunteer and partnership applications

  • Send newsletters, updates, or impact reports (with consent)

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Comply with legal, regulatory, or reporting obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Donations and Payment Processing

All donations made through our website are processed via secure third-party payment platforms. We do not store or have access to your full payment card details. Payment processors are responsible for handling your financial information in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enhance user experience

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Remember user preferences

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With trusted service providers who assist in website operations, communications, or analytics

  • When required by law, regulation, or legal process

  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of our organization or users

All third parties are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no system is 100% secure, we strive to use best practices to safeguard your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal and reporting requirements. When no longer required, information is securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your personal data

  • Withdraw consent for communications at any time

You may exercise these rights by contacting us using the details below.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. Third-Party Links

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

11. 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 effective date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

Email: contact@harborofempowerment.com