PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: July 2023

1. Introduction

Welcome to 889093 Rural Initiative (hereinafter referred to as "we," "us," or the "Organization"). We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information we collect from individuals visiting our website, engaging with our services, or making donations.

By accessing our website or providing your information to us, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from individuals, including but not limited to:

a. Personal Information: This includes, but is not limited to, your name, address, phone number, email address, and other contact information when you voluntarily provide it to us.

b. Donor Information: If you make a donation to 889093 Rural Initiative, we may collect additional information, such as financial and payment information necessary to process your donation.

c. Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our website, we may collect certain information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and website usage information. We may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our site.

3. Use of Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

a. To communicate with you: We may use your contact information to send you updates, newsletters, and other communications related to our activities, events, and initiatives.

b. To process donations: If you choose to make a donation, we will use the provided financial and payment information to process your contribution securely.

c. To improve our services: We analyze the information we collect to improve our website's functionality, user experience, and outreach efforts.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, in certain circumstances, we may share your information with third parties to facilitate our operations and fulfill our mission, including:

a. Service Providers: We may engage trusted service providers to assist us in operating our website, processing donations, or conducting other essential activities. These service providers will have access to your information only to perform their respective tasks, and they are obligated to maintain its confidentiality.

b. Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with a legal process, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of others.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage system is entirely secure. Therefore, while we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Choices

a. Donations: If you choose to make a donation, you may opt to remain anonymous or specify any restrictions on your gift.

b. Communication: You can opt-out of receiving non-essential communications from us by following the instructions included in those emails or contacting us directly.

7. Children's Privacy

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

8. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised version on our website. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our data practices.

9. Contact Us

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

889093 Rural Initiative  

P.O. Box 913  

Gloster, MS 39638  

Phone: 901-409-7045 or 256-759-3767  

Email: 889093ruralinitiative@gmail.com

Thank you for supporting 889093 Rural Initiative's mission to make a positive impact on rural communities. Your privacy and trust are essential to us.

COMMUNICATION AND OPT-OUT POLICY

• Communication Preferences: By providing your contact information to 889093 Rural Initiative (hereinafter referred to as the "Organization"), you consent to receive communications from us, including emails, newsletters, updates, and other relevant information.

• Opt-Out Option: We respect your privacy and understand that you may wish to limit the communications you receive from us. If you prefer not to receive non-essential communications, you have the option to opt-out by following the instructions provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

• Essential Communications: Please note that certain communications are essential for providing services, processing donations, or fulfilling legal obligations. As such, opting out of essential communications may affect your ability to engage with certain aspects of our services.

• Third-Party Communication: The Organization will not share your contact information with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

• Updating Communication Preferences: You can update your communication preferences or opt-out of non-essential communications by contacting us at the provided contact information.

• Processing Time: Please allow 24-48 hours processing time for your communication preferences to take effect. We will do our best to promptly update your preferences.

• Contact Us: If you have any questions, concerns, or inquiries regarding our Communication and Opt-Out Policy or wish to update your communication preferences, please contact us at:
  889093 Rural Initiative
  P.O. Box 913
  Gloster, MS 39638
  Phone: 901-409-7045 or 256-759-3767
  Email: 889093ruralinitiative@gmail.com

Thank you for entrusting us with your contact information. We value your privacy and strive to communicate with you in a manner that respects your preferences and interests.