Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1st March 2026

At Bringing Smiles To Everyone Foundation, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we have in place to safeguard your data when you interact with our website.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you visit our website, register for events, or make donations, we may collect personal details including, but not limited to:

Full Name
Email Address
Postal Address
Phone Number
Payment and donation details

Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal information that cannot be used to identify you individually. This may include:

IP addresses
Browser type
Pages visited and the date/time of your visit
Data collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

Processing Donations and Registrations: To manage your donations, event registrations, and any other transactions.
Communication: To send you updates regarding your donation status, our projects, events, newsletters, and relevant organizational updates.
Website Enhancement: To analyze website usage and trends by reviewing non-personal data so that we can improve our site and services.
Compliance and Safety: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, and to ensure the safety and security of our organization and the people we serve.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. Your data may be disclosed in the following situations:

Legal Obligations: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
Protection of Rights: If necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bringing Smiles To Everyone Foundation, our visitors, or others.
Service Providers: To trusted third-party vendors or partners who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, and managing communications—provided they agree to keep your information confidential.
Consent: For any other purposes with your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

We implement robust security measures, including both technical and administrative safeguards, to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive for utmost security, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

To enhance your user experience, our website may use cookies and other tracking technologies that:

Remember Preferences: Store your site preferences to improve site functionality during future visits.
Analyze Trends: Help us analyze how users interact with our website.

You can control your cookie preferences through your browser settings, but please be aware that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have rights regarding your personal information, including:

Access and Correction: Request information about the data we hold, review it, and request corrections if necessary.
Deletion: Ask for the deletion of your personal data, subject to our legal obligations.
Opt-Out: Decline marketing communications or remove your contact details from our mailing lists.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can take the necessary steps to remove it.

8. Third-Party Websites and Services

Our site may contain links to external websites or services that are not controlled by us. This Privacy Policy does not extend to those sites, so we recommend reviewing their privacy policies before engaging with them.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, technical, or operational reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page along with the new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please feel free to contact us:

Email: [privacy@bringingsmilestoeveryonefoundation.org]
Address: [Insert Physical Address]

By accessing and using our website, you indicate your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our practices, please do not use our website.

Additional Considerations

Legal Review: Consider having this draft reviewed by legal counsel to ensure compliance with local data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) if applicable.
Customization: Modify any sections to better reflect the specific practices, protocols, or technological mechanisms used by your organization.
Transparency: Maintain transparency by clearly communicating any future changes or significant data-related updates via your website or direct communication channels.

This policy reflects our commitment to safeguarding your data while advancing our mission of bringing smiles to everyone.