PRIVACY POLICY

A legal disclaimer

The information in this Privacy Policy is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. While the Sports4Fun Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) strives to protect your personal information and maintain transparency in our data practices, this policy may not reflect all legal requirements applicable to your specific circumstances. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

This Privacy Policy explains how the Sports4Fun Foundation collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, submit forms, apply for scholarships, make a donation, volunteer, or interact with us in any way. By using our website, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically, and any changes will be reflected on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name, email address, phone number
Mailing address
Payment information for donations
Details submitted in scholarship applications
Volunteer information
Demographic or household information (when applicable)

We may also collect technical data automatically, such as IP addresses, browser type, device information, and pages viewed.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process donations and provide receipts
Review scholarship applications
Respond to inquiries or support requests
Send updates, newsletters, or foundation announcements
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain internal records and reporting
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell your personal information.

How We Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no online system is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

Donations & Payment Information

Payments are processed through secure third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or donor platforms). We do not store full credit card numbers or sensitive payment data on our servers.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help operate our website, process payments, or support our programs. These partners are required to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide.

We may also share information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or security of our users or organization.

Scholarship & Program Applications

Information submitted through scholarship applications or program forms is used only to evaluate eligibility and manage participation. Sensitive information is kept confidential and accessed only by authorized personnel.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, or improve functionality. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without consent from a parent or guardian. If we learn that a child has submitted personal data without proper consent, we will delete it promptly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

Access your personal information
Request corrections
Request deletion
Opt out of communications

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
privacy@sports4funfoundation.org