The Northwest Trek Foundation ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or interact with us in any way. By accessing or using our services, you consent to the collection, use, disclosure, and storage of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. Personal Information: We may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and payment details when you voluntarily provide them to us. We collect this information for purposes such as processing donations, sending updates about our programs and initiatives, responding to inquiries, and providing you with a personalized experience.

1.2. Usage Data: When you visit our website, we may collect certain non-personal information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and browsing patterns. This information helps us understand how visitors use our website, improve its functionality, and enhance your experience.

1. Use of Information

2.1. We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including but not limited to:

• Providing and maintaining our services

• Processing donations and sending acknowledgments

• Communicating with you about our programs, events, and initiatives

• Responding to your inquiries, requests, or complaints

• Improving our website and services

• Personalizing your experience

• Analyzing trends and usage of our website

• Protecting our rights, property, or safety and that of others

2.2. We will only use your personal information for the purposes for which it was collected unless we obtain your consent or are legally required to do otherwise.

1. Disclosure of Information

3.1. We may share your personal information with third parties in the following situations:

• With service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing our services (e.g., payment processors, email service providers)

• With authorized third parties involved in the delivery of our programs or initiatives

• If required by law or in response to a valid request by a governmental authority

• If we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety and that of others

3.2. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

1. Data Security

4.1. We implement reasonable security measures to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store certain information automatically when you visit our website. These technologies help us analyze trends, administer the site, track users' movements, and gather demographic information. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent.

1. Third-Party Links

6.1. Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control or endorse the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing any personal information.

1. Children's Privacy

7.1. Our website and services are not directed towards individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove that information from our systems.

1. Your Rights

8.1. You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information that we hold. If you would like to exercise any of these rights or have any questions or concerns regarding your personal information, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this Privacy Policy.

1. Changes to this Privacy Policy

9.1. We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website. Your continued use of our website and services after the modifications signify your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

1. Contact Us

10.1. If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Northwest Trek Foundation Email: info@nwtrekfoundation.org

Please note that this Privacy Policy applies solely to the information collected by the Northwest Trek Foundation and does not cover any information collected by third parties.