Effective Date: 01 January 2024
At Pivot of Grace Outreach, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any personal information you provide us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you engage with our organization, visit our website, or participate in our activities. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information from you when you interact with us, which may include:
- Personal Identification Information: Your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details.
- Donation Information: If you make a donation, we collect financial details necessary to process the transaction, such as your billing address and payment information.
- Volunteer or Event Participation Information: Details you provide when signing up as a volunteer or registering for events, such as your interests, availability, and relevant skills.
- Communication Preferences: Information on how you wish to be contacted (e.g., email or phone) and the types of communications you’d like to receive.
2. How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To Process Donations: We use your financial information to process your donations and issue receipts.
- To Communicate with You: We may use your contact information to send updates on our projects, respond to inquiries, and inform you about upcoming events or opportunities.
- To Improve Our Services: We analyze the data to understand how you engage with our services and how we can enhance them.
- For Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal obligations and protect the rights, property, and safety of Pivot of Grace Outreach and others.
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following situations:
- With Trusted Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in managing our website, processing payments, or organizing events. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are not permitted to use your information for other purposes.
- For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to legal requests such as court orders or subpoenas.
4. Data Security
We are committed to protecting your personal information. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard the data we collect and store. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic and improve functionality. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the website may not function properly as a result.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and Update Your Information: You may request to access, correct, or update your personal information at any time.
- Opt-out of Communications: If you no longer wish to receive communications from us, you can opt-out by following the instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
- Request Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.
- Lodge a Complaint: If you believe your data is being mishandled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites or services operated by third parties. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
8. Children’s Privacy
Pivot of Grace Outreach does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we discover that we have collected such data without parental consent, we will take immediate steps to delete it.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted will signify your acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
Pivot of Grace Outreach
Kasangati, Kampala - Uganda
info@pivotforgraceoutreach.org
+256 751 357767
