Privacy Policy

Livingry Foundation

Effective Date: November 22, 2025

Last Updated: November 22, 2025

1. Introduction

Livingry Foundation (the "Foundation," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website and when interacting with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and when you communicate with us, whether in person, by email, or through other channels.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website or services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:

·       Contact Information: Name, email address, telephone number, and mailing address

·       Donor Information: Information provided when making donations, including payment information

·       Program Participation: Information related to your participation in our programs, events, or volunteer activities

·       Communications: Information you provide when contacting us via email, phone, or through online forms

·       Feedback: Survey responses, comments, suggestions, and other feedback you provide

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

·       Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring URLs

·       Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and other browsing patterns

·       Cookies and Similar Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies

·       Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address (not precise location)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

·       Payment Processors: Information related to donations and transactions

·       Service Providers: Information from third parties who assist us in our operations

·       Publicly Available Sources: Information available through public records or databases

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

3.1 Primary Uses

·       Fundraising and Development: Processing donations, maintaining donor records, and acknowledging contributions

·       Communication: Responding to inquiries, providing updates about our programs and activities

·       Program Operations: Administering our programs, events, and services

·       Volunteer Management: Coordinating volunteer activities and tracking participation

·       Legal Compliance: Fulfilling legal and regulatory obligations, including tax reporting

3.2 Secondary Uses

·       Research and Analysis: Analyzing usage patterns to improve our website and services

·       Marketing: Sending newsletters, updates, and information about our mission and activities (with your consent)

·       Website Improvement: Enhancing user experience and website functionality

·       Fraud Prevention: Protecting against fraudulent activities and security threats

·       Aggregate Analysis: Creating anonymized, aggregate reports about program participation and donor demographics

3.3 Legal Basis for Processing

Our use of your information is based on:

·       Your explicit consent (for marketing communications and certain data processing activities)

·       Contractual necessity (such as processing donations and program registrations)

·       Legal obligation (such as tax reporting and regulatory compliance)

·       Legitimate interests (such as improving our website and protecting against fraud)

4. Sharing Your Information

4.1 How We Share Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Service Providers: We may share information with vendors, contractors, and service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, conducting fundraising activities, and delivering our programs. These service providers are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality and use your information only for the purposes we specify.

For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information when required by law, legal process, or government request, or when we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or other organizational change, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice if such a change occurs.

With Your Consent: We will share your information with third parties only with your explicit consent.

4.2 What We Do Not Share

We do not:

·       Sell donor lists or personal information to third parties for commercial purposes

·       Share confidential donor information without permission, except as required by law

·       Disclose the amount or purpose of donations unless you consent

·       Share information with unaffiliated organizations for their own marketing purposes

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:

·       Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest

·       Secure password protection for online accounts

·       Regular security assessments and updates

·       Restricted access to personal information based on a need-to-know basis

·       Employee training on data protection and privacy practices

5.2 Limitations

While we strive to protect your information, no system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. You assume some risk by providing information to us through the internet.

5.3 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach involving your personal information, we will notify you and affected parties as required by applicable law and in accordance with our legal obligations.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to:

·       Request access to personal information we maintain about you

·       Receive a copy of your personal information in a portable format

·       Update or correct inaccuracies in your personal information

·       Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention obligations

6.2 Communications Preferences

You may:

·       Opt out of promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails

·       Request removal from our mailing list

·       Manage your communication preferences by contacting us directly

·       Decline to provide optional information while still accessing basic services

6.3 Cookies and Tracking

You may:

·       Control cookie settings through your browser preferences

·       Opt out of certain tracking technologies

·       Disable cookies or clear your browser history

6.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage your tracking preferences through browser settings or by contacting us.

6.5 California Resident Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

·       Know what personal information is collected about you

·       Know whether your information is sold or shared

·       Delete personal information we have collected

·       Opt out of the sharing or sale of your personal information

·       Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9.

7. Retention of Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including satisfying legal, accounting, and reporting requirements. Retention periods vary depending on the context:

·       Donor Information: Retained for a minimum of seven years for tax and accounting purposes

·       Email Communications: Retained for records management purposes as needed

·       Website Usage Data: Typically retained for up to 24 months

·       Volunteer Records: Retained during your involvement and for a reasonable period thereafter

When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete such information immediately. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information to us should contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links and External Sites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by Livingry Foundation. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before providing your information.

10. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and to its use in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. European Union and UK Data Subject Rights

If you are located in the European Union or United Kingdom, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK data protection law, including:

·       Right to access your personal information

·       Right to rectification of inaccurate information

·       Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")

·       Right to restrict processing

·       Right to data portability

·       Right to object to processing

·       Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling

·       Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the address provided in Section 9.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website and services after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us:

Livingry Foundation

Mailing Address:
535 Camino Militar
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
USA

Email: Andrew Ungerleider – aungerleider@mac.com

Response Time: We will respond to inquiries within thirty (30) days of receipt.