Privacy policy
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Introduction
The Kertcher Foundation Inc. ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, kertcherfoundation.org. We are a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Irvine, California. We do not sell personal information. We do not run advertising. We collect only what we need to do the work and respond to people who reach out.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect two categories of information: what you provide to us directly, and what is collected automatically when you visit the site.
INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE
When you submit a form (volunteer, nominate a community, request Sidekick help, sponsor/partner, or general contact), we collect the information you provide:NameEmail addressOrganization or affiliation (if provided)Phone number (if provided)The content of your message, request, or nominationInformation about a community, nonprofit, or individual you are nominating or referring
INFORMATION COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY
When you visit the site, our hosting provider and analytics tools may automatically collect:IP address (usually anonymized or truncated)Browser type, version, and operating systemPages viewed, time spent, and referring URLsDevice identifiers and screen resolutionCookies and similar tracking data (see Section 03)We do not collect Social Security numbers, financial account information, payment card details, or government-issued ID numbers. The foundation does not accept monetary donations, so no payment processing occurs through this site.
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect to: Respond to inquiries, evaluate your requests, assess nominations, evaluate community nominations, and coordinate volunteer or sponsor matching.Operate our programs, connect sponsors with recipients, facilitate engagements, and bring communication with partners, sponsors, and volunteers.Maintain records, keep accurate records of our engagements, partnerships, and gift-in-kind contributions as required for our operations and tax-exempt status.Improve the site, understand which content is useful, fix issues, and improve the user experience. Comply with the law, meet legal, tax, regulatory, or audit requirements, including those tied to our nonprofit status.Protect rights and safety, investigate suspected misuse, protect against fraud or harm, and enforce our terms.We do not use your information for targeted advertising, profiling, or behavioral marketing.
COOKIES & SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
The site uses cookies and similar technologies (like web beacons) to understand how the site is used and to save your session or interaction preferences.
CATEGORIES WE USE
Essential cookies: Required for the site to function (page navigation, form submission, security).Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. This data is typically aggregated and anonymized.Preference cookies: Remember choices you make (such as your language or region) for a more tailored experience.
YOUR COOKIE CHOICES
You can control cookies through your browser settings (typically under "Privacy" or "Security"). Most browsers allow you to block cookies, delete existing cookies, or receive a warning before a cookie is set. If you disable cookies, some parts of the site may not function properly (for example, forms may fail to submit or the site may not remember your preferences).We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals because no industry standard for these signals has been finalized.
THIRD-PARTY SERVICE
We rely on a small number of third-party services to operate the site and our programs. These vendors have their own privacy policies that govern their handling of information:Website hosting and forms: We use Webflow to host the site and process form submissions.Analytics: We use analytics providers (such as Google Analytics) to understand traffic usage patterns.Email and communication: We use standard email services to communicate with you after you reach out.Cloud storage: We store operational files using standard cloud storage providers.Our site may contain links to external websites (such as partner sites). If you click a link to an external website, our policy does not apply.
YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES
Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.Correction: Ask us to correct information that is inaccurate or incomplete.Deletion: Ask us to delete personal information we hold about you, subject to certain legal exceptions.Restriction: Ask us to restrict the processing of your information.Portability: Receive your information in a structured, machine-readable format.Object: Object to our further processing of your information.Withdraw consent: Where we rely on your consent, you may withdraw it at any time.To exercise any of these rights, email hello@kertcherfoundation.org. We may need to verify your identity before responding. We will respond to valid verifiable requests within a reasonable timeframe.We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights. You will not receive a different level of service from us for exercising your privacy rights.
CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), provides you with additional rights:
To exercise these rights, email hello@kertcherfoundation.org. You may also designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf, subject to verification.
SHINE THE LIGHT
California Civil Code Section 1798.83 allows California residents to request information about disclosures of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. We do not share personal information for direct marketing.
DATA RETENTION
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, including:To respond to and follow up on your inquiry or engagement.To maintain records of our programs and partnerships.To comply with legal, accounting, audit, or reporting requirements (including those tied to our 501(c)(3) status).To resolve disputes or enforce our agreements.When information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.
DATA SECURITY
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. These include access controls, encryption in transit, and vendor security reviews.However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. If we become aware of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and applicable authorities as required by law.
INTERNATIONAL USERS
The Kertcher Foundation is based in the United States. If you access the site from outside the United States, your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and equivalent laws, including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. We process your data only when we have a lawful basis, such as your consent, to fulfill a contract, to comply with legal obligations, or for legitimate interests that do not override your rights.
INTERNATIONAL USERS
The Kertcher Foundation is based in the United States. If you access the site from outside the United States, your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and equivalent laws, including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. We process your data only when we have a lawful basis, such as your consent, to fulfill a contract, to comply with legal obligations, or for legitimate interests that do not override your rights.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices. We will post the updated policy on this page and revise the "Last Updated" date at the top. If we make material changes, we will provide a more prominent notice (such as a banner on the site or an email notification if you are on our list).We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
CONTACT US
If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out:
EMAILhello@kertcherfoundation.org
MAILKertcher Foundation Inc.ATTN: Privacy5151 California Ave #100Irvine, CA 92617
LEGAL ENTITY501(C)(3) PUBLIC CHARITY, EIN 82-1405731
For security and privacy requests related to California or European residents, please include "PRIVACY REQUEST" in your subject line.
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