Effective Date: 05/14/2024

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At Rising Spirits Initiative ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our supporters, beneficiaries, and visitors to our website, risingspirits.org. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at privacy@risingspirits.org.

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1. Information We Collect

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We may collect the following types of information:

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a. Personal Information You Provide

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Personal information may be collected to facilitate donations, volunteering opportunities, and participation in our programs. This includes:

• Name

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Phone number

• Payment information (when making donations)

• Other information you choose to provide (e.g., volunteering interests, inquiries, etc.)

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b. Information Collected Automatically

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We may collect information automatically through third-party analytics services, which may include:

• Browser type and version

• Device information

• Pages visited on our website and time spent on each page

• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7 for details)

• IP addresses (collected by third-party services for analytical purposes)

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c. Information About Beneficiaries

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In fulfilling wishes for underprivileged children, we may collect:

• Child’s name, age, and general background information (with consent from a parent or guardian).

• Information needed to fulfill specific wishes (e.g., preferences or interests).

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2. How We Use Your Information

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We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process and acknowledge donations, and to coordinate volunteering activities such as matching skills with opportunities or communicating event details.

• To communicate with you about our programs, events, and opportunities to get involved, including details about volunteering roles, upcoming activities, and the impact of your generous donations.

• To fulfill wishes for children and maintain accurate records.

• To improve our website’s functionality and user experience.

• To comply with legal obligations and ensure the security of our systems.

• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content.

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3. How We Share Your Information

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We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Trusted Service Providers: To process donations, manage volunteering applications, manage communications, or support our operations (e.g., payment processors, volunteer platforms, or email services).

• With Trusted Service Providers: To process donations, manage communications, or support our operations (e.g., payment processors or email platforms).

• With Your Consent: If you agree to specific uses or sharing of your information.

• Legal Obligations: When required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

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4. How We Protect Your Information

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We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data (e.g., payment information).

• Secure access controls and monitoring.

• Regular updates to our systems and security protocols.

However, no system can guarantee complete security, and we encourage you to take precautions when sharing personal information online.

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5. Your Rights and Choices

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Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal information.

• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from our communications or restrict certain types of data processing.

• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal and operational requirements).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@risingspirits.org.

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6. Children’s Privacy

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We are dedicated to protecting the privacy of children. We only collect information about children with the explicit consent of a parent or guardian and use it solely for fulfilling their wishes. If you believe we have collected information about a child without appropriate consent, please contact us at privacy@risingspirits.org.

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7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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We use third-party analytics tools to better understand website traffic and user behavior. These tools may collect and process your IP address to provide insights on geographic location and interactions with our website. For more details, please review the privacy policies of Google Analytics and Wix.

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website. These may include:

• Necessary Cookies: To enable core website functionality.

• Analytics Cookies: To analyze website traffic and usage patterns.

• Preference Cookies: To remember your settings and preferences.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.

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8. Third-Party Links

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Our website may include links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any information.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the "Effective Date" noted at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

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10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: privacy@risingspirits.org

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Thank you for supporting Rising Spirits Initiative.

Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of underprivileged Indigenous youth.