Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
Sand n Straw Foundation ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit [www.sandnstrawfoundation.org](http://www.sandnstrawfoundation.org).
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
* Name
* Email address
* Mailing address
* Phone number
* Donation information
* Volunteer inquiries
* Newsletter sign-ups
* Any information you choose to provide through contact forms or email
We may also automatically collect limited technical information, including:
* IP address
* Browser type
* Device information
* Pages visited
* Time spent on our website
* Referring websites
This information helps us improve our website and better serve our visitors.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
* Respond to your questions or requests
* Process donations
* Send donation receipts
* Provide newsletters and Foundation updates (if you choose to subscribe)
* Share information about upcoming events, educational programs, volunteer opportunities, or fundraising campaigns
* Improve our website and visitor experience
* Comply with legal obligations
Donations
When you make a donation, payment information is processed securely through our third-party payment processor. Sand n Straw Foundation does not store your complete credit card information on our servers.
Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
We may share information only when necessary to:
* Process donations through secure payment providers
* Send email newsletters through trusted email service providers
* Operate and maintain our website
* Comply with applicable laws or legal requirements
All service providers are expected to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our website.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features of the website may not function properly.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites, including Sand n Straw Community Farm, Young Pioneers, and other organizations or resources.
Once you leave our website, we are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the information you provide to us. While we work to safeguard your information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Protecting children's privacy is important to us.
Our website is intended for parents, guardians, donors, volunteers, and community members. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental involvement.
If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.
Your Choices
You may:
* Request access to the personal information we maintain about you
* Ask us to correct inaccurate information
* Request that we delete your personal information when legally permissible
* Unsubscribe from email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our emails
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Sand n Straw Foundation
Email: april@sandnstraw.com
Website: www.sandnstrawfoundation.org