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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 8, 2025

At Choose Lives, your privacy and trust are extremely important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, participate in programs or workshops, make donations, or engage with our services. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in various ways, including when you:

  • Visit or browse our website.
  • Fill out contact forms or submit inquiries.
  • Make donations online or offline.
  • Participate in workshops, programs, or volunteer opportunities.
  • Subscribe to newsletters or communications.

Types of information we collect include:

  1. Personal Information:
  • Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
  • Payment or financial information (e.g., credit card or bank details for donations).
  • Demographic information provided voluntarily (age, gender, occupation).
  1. Program and Participation Information:
  • Information about your participation in workshops, volunteer programs, or events.
  • Emergency contact or guardian information for minors.
  1. Non-Personal Information:
  • IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and usage patterns.
  • Cookies, analytics data, and other tracking technologies.
  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Provide, manage, and improve our website, services, and programs.
  • Respond to inquiries, questions, or feedback.
  • Process donations and issue receipts for tax purposes.
  • Communicate updates, newsletters, or promotional information about our services and events.
  • Understand community needs and improve programs.
  • Ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with legal requirements.
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance website functionality and user experience.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties.

  1. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors assisting with website hosting, payment processing, email communication, or analytics. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal processes, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Choose Lives, our community, or others.
  • Program Participation: With relevant partners when necessary to provide workshops, programs, or community services you participate in.

We will never sell or publicly disclose your personal information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

  1. Donations and Payment Information

When you make a donation:

  • Your payment details are processed securely through trusted third-party payment processors.
  • We do not store full credit card information on our servers.
  • Donations are final and used to support our programs, services, and community initiatives.
  • We issue receipts for tax purposes where applicable.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our website and programs are not intended for children under 13 without parental or guardian consent.

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
  • If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child, we will promptly delete it.
  • Parental or guardian consent is required for minors to participate in programs, workshops, or events.

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website.

Cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings.
  • Understand website usage and traffic patterns.
  • Deliver relevant content and personalized features.

You may choose to disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

  1. How We Protect Your Information

We take your privacy seriously and implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.

  • Secure servers and encrypted connections for online payments.
  • Access controls restricting information to authorized personnel only.
  • Regular review of security policies and procedures.

While we strive to protect your information, no online transmission or storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Your Rights

You have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, where legally permissible.
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing emails or newsletters.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at  info@chooselives.org.

  1. Program and Volunteer Participation

Information collected during workshops, programs, or volunteer participation may include contact details, emergency information, and participation history.

  • We use this information to ensure your safety, communicate important updates, and improve program quality.
  • We may share relevant information with program partners only as necessary to provide services.
  • Photos or videos of program participants may be used for promotional purposes; explicit consent will be obtained.

  1. Communication and Updates

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive:

  • Program updates, event invitations, newsletters, and announcements.
  • Appeals for donations or volunteer opportunities.

You may unsubscribe or opt out at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in emails or contacting us directly.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.

  • We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these external websites.
  • We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

  1. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services or fulfill program participation.
  • Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
  • Support community engagement and historical records for nonprofit accountability.

Once personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

  1. International Visitors

If you access our website from outside our country of operation, you agree that your information may be transferred and processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable local laws.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or website functionality.

  • The effective date will be updated on this page.
  • Continued use of the website or participation in programs constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

  1. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us: