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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 26, 2024


Vital Roots Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”) or interact with our services.


1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our Site or services:
a. Personal Information
This includes information you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., when you make a donation, sign up for our newsletter, or contact us).

  • Payment Information: Credit card details or other payment information collected through secure third-party payment processors when you make a donation.

b. Non-Personal Information
This includes data automatically collected through cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies, such as:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on our Site, links clicked, and other interaction data.

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2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for purposes including but not limited to:

  • Processing Donations: To process your donations and provide receipts.

  • Communication: To send newsletters, updates, event information, and respond to your inquiries.

  • Improving Our Services: To enhance the Site's functionality, user experience, and content.

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.

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3. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, including:

  • Secure Servers: Utilizing secure servers and encryption protocols for data transmission.

  • Limited Access: Restricting access to personal information to authorized personnel who need it for operational purposes.

  • Third-Party Processors: Partnering with reputable third-party payment processors to handle sensitive payment information securely.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.


4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors that assist us in operating our Site, conducting our business, or providing services to you, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal processes.

  • With Your Consent: When you provide explicit consent to share your information.

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5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand your preferences and improve our services. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect the functionality of the Site.


6. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.


7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: Request that we correct or update your personal information.

  • Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations.

  • Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving promotional communications from us.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at vitalrootsfoundation@gmail.com.


8. Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.


9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page, with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.


10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us:
Email: vitalrootsfoundation@gmail.com
Mailing Address: 407 W. Imperial Hwy Suite H 208, Brea, CA 92821

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