Donor Privacy Policy

Personal Information

This Donor Privacy Policy applies to the collection of personal information, including data collected through our website. By submitting your information to Our Way Home or any of our staff, you consent to the terms and conditions outlined in this policy and to our processing of personal information for the purposes stated below.

“Personal information” refers to any details that identify you personally, such as your name, address, phone number, and email address. We collect and store the personally identifiable information that you provide to us. Examples of how we may collect your information include:

• When you request information via an email address listed on our website or contact us by phone, email, or in person with a question. We may collect your name, address, and email to respond to your inquiry.

• If you register for an event, we may collect your name, email address, and other relevant contact details.

• When you make a donation—whether online, by phone, or by mail—we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and payment information.

• From time to time, we may collect personal information through other means not listed above.

 

Use and Disclosure of Personal Information

• We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information collected through our website or other business activities with any individual or entity.

• We do not send mailings on behalf of other organizations.

• We will only share your personal information if you explicitly grant us permission for a specific purpose.

• We collect payment information, billing addresses, and other details necessary to process a donation or event registration.

• We may use your information to comply with legal requirements, protect our rights, or act in urgent circumstances to protect the personal safety of others.

• We take measures to protect against potential fraud. This may include verifying information with third parties when processing donations or event registrations. If you use a credit or debit card on our website, we may utilize fraud screening services to ensure the card details you provide match the information on record and that the card has not been reported lost or stolen.

• You have the right to review the information we have collected about you. To request a review of your personal information, please contact us in writing at info@ourwayhome.org.

• If donations are processed through a third-party service provider, your information will only be used for purposes necessary to complete the transaction.

 

Bulk Mailing Opt-Out

Our Way Home may send emails, newsletters, or announcements to inform supporters of upcoming events, fundraising campaigns, and important updates. If we collect information for display or distribution, users will have the opportunity to opt out before submitting their details.

If you wish to stop receiving communications from us, you may request removal from our mailing list by emailing info@ourwayhome.org. Additionally, all bulk emails from Our Way Home will include an unsubscribe link at the bottom of the message.

 

Changes to the Privacy Policy

Our Way Home reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy as needed. When changes occur, we will update the last revised date at the bottom of this policy. We will obtain your consent before implementing any changes that are materially less restrictive regarding the use or disclosure of your personal information. We will notify you by sending an email to your primary email address on file and by placing a notice on our website.

 

Last updated: 3/2/2025