Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Rory and Sully Project ("we," "us," "our," or "Organization") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and make donations to our 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information: We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when making a donation, including:

• Name and email address
• Mailing address
• Telephone number
• Payment information (processed securely by third-party processors)

Automatic Information: We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations and send donation confirmations
• Communicate with you about our programs and services
• Send newsletters or updates (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with tax and legal requirements for non-profit organizations
• Provide tax receipts for charitable donations
• Analyze website usage and user behavior

4. Donor Privacy and Confidentiality

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we understand the importance of donor privacy. We will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent. Donor information is kept confidential and used solely for the purposes of processing donations and communicating about our programs.

5. Payment Information Security

Payment information is processed securely through third-party payment processors (such as PayPal or Stripe). We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers. All payment transactions are encrypted and protected using industry-standard security protocols. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these payment processors.

6. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights and the rights of others
• To contractors or service providers bound by confidentiality agreements
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with appropriate notice)

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website, but this data is used only in aggregate form and does not identify individuals.

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Opt-out of marketing communications at any time
• Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Request that we cease using your information for marketing purposes

To exercise these rights, contact us at the information provided below.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information immediately.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing your information.

11. Data Retention

We retain donor information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and to comply with legal obligations. Tax records are retained in accordance with IRS requirements for non-profit organizations.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

The Rory and Sully Project
Email: info@roryandsullyproject.org
Website: www.roryandsullyproject.org