Privacy Policy for Friends of Rising Stars
Last Updated: July 12, 2025
Friends of Rising Stars, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting youth development, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (friendsofrisingstars.org), interact with us, or participate in our programs, events, or services. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the website or engage with our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in the following ways:
a. Personal Information
Personal information is data that can be used to identify you, such as:
Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address provided when you donate, register for an event, volunteer, or sign up for our newsletter.
Payment information (e.g., credit card details) when you make a donation or purchase event tickets. Note: Payment information is processed by third-party payment processors and is not stored by us.
Account information if you create an account on our website, such as login credentials.
b. Non-Personal Information
Non-personal information does not directly identify you and may include:
Website usage data such as IP addresses, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our website, collected via cookies and similar technologies.
Demographic information provided voluntarily, such as age or interests, when participating in surveys or programs.
c. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third parties, such as event registration platforms or social media, when you interact with us through those services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Process donations, event registrations, and volunteer applications.
Communicate with you about our programs, events, newsletters, or fundraising campaigns.
Improve our website, services, and user experience.
Analyze trends and gather demographic information to better serve our community.
Comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms, or website analytics tools) who assist us in operating our website and services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a court order or subpoena.
Organizational Transfers: If Friends of Rising Stars merges with another organization or undergoes a restructuring, your information may be transferred as part of that process.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze website performance, and deliver personalized content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
6. Your Choices and Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Update: You may request access to or updates to the personal information we hold about you.
Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
Delete: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@friendsofrisingstars.org.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, such as social media platforms or donation processors. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.
9. 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 significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Friends of Rising Stars
Email: info@friendsofrisingstars.org
Address: 1893 Windberry Path, Round Rock, TX 78665, USA