Give Till It Hurts Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Give Till It Hurts

 

Commitment to Your Privacy

 

Give Till It Hurts, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization serving Iowa County, Iowa, is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, and website visitors. We deeply value your trust and recognize that maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information is paramount to our mission of assisting local families. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us.

What Information We Collect

 

We only collect information that is necessary to fulfill our mission, process donations, and keep you informed about our efforts in Iowa County. The types of personal information we may collect include:

  • Contact Information: Name, address (including the NAP: 112 West State St, Williamsburg, IA 52361), telephone number, and email address.

  • Donation Information: Donation amount, type of contribution, and method of payment (we do not store sensitive financial data like credit card numbers; these are processed securely by third-party payment processors).

  • Event Participation Data: Information related to your attendance at events like our annual fundraiser at the Sundown Bar and Grill.

  • Online Data: IP address, browser type, and information gathered through cookies and analytics tools to help us improve our website, https://givetillithurts.com/.

How We Use Your Information

 

The personal information we collect is used solely to support the activities of Give Till It Hurts, including:

  • Processing Transactions: To accurately process and acknowledge your financial contributions.

  • Communication: To send you receipts, tax documentation, updates on how your donations are helping families in Williamsburg and Iowa County, and information about upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.

  • Internal Operations: For record-keeping, to analyze our fundraising efforts, and to comply with legal requirements, including those related to our EIN (85-3876434) and 501(c)(3) status.

  • Improving Services: To personalize your experience on our website and improve our outreach efforts to our target audience—small businesses and residents throughout Iowa County.

Sharing Your Information

 

Give Till It Hurts does not, and will never, sell, trade, or rent your personal information to any other organization or business. Your privacy is our priority.

We may share your information only in the following, limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email service providers) who assist us in operating our organization and website. These parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we define.

  • Legal Requirements: If required to do so by law, court order, or government regulation.

  • Affiliated Entities: In the course of our mission, we may share non-financial information with trusted partners like the Iowa County Food Bank, the Love Network, or local schools (Amana, English Valleys, HLV, Iowa Valley, LIS, and Williamsburg) when directly coordinating efforts to assist families in need.

Donor Recognition and Opt-Out

 

We may publicly recognize the generosity of our donors in various materials (e.g., event programs, website).

  • If you wish to remain anonymous, please clearly indicate your preference at the time of your donation or contact us directly using the contact information provided below. We will respect your wishes and ensure your name is not included in any public recognition.

Security and Data Protection

 

We implement reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect against the loss, misuse, and alteration of the personal information under our control. All online donations are processed using secure, encrypted technology to protect your financial details. While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

External Links

 

Our website may contain links to external sites, such as our Facebook page or partners like the Sundown Bar and Grill. Give Till It Hurts is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

Your Choices and Contact Information

 

You have the right to review the information we have collected about you and request corrections. You can also opt-out of receiving future communications (emails, mailings) from us at any time.

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, or if you wish to update your preferences, please contact us via our Contact Form.

Policy Updates

 

Give Till It Hurts reserves the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time. Any updates will be posted on this page and become effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.