Privacy Policy

Introduction

Foster Care Essentials ("FCE," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services. By using our website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you provide to us voluntarily when you:

• Donate to Foster Care Essentials

• Contact us through email, phone, or website forms

• Schedule an appointment to shop for essentials or drop off donations

• Subscribe to newsletters or other communications from us

The types of information we may collect include:

• Personal identification information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

• Donation information: such as donation amounts, payment details, and any preferences or designations for your gift.

• Communications: the content of any communications or inquiries you send to us.

2. How We Use Your Information

Foster Care Essentials uses the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our services to families caring for children in foster or kinship care.

• Process and acknowledge donations, including sending donation receipts for tax purposes.

• Respond to your inquiries and communications.

• Schedule and manage appointments for shopping and donations.

• Send updates, newsletters, and other communications regarding our programs, events, and initiatives, if you have opted in to receive them.

• Comply with legal obligations or other legitimate business purposes.

We will not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our website and allow us to improve its functionality.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that doing so may affect the functionality of our website.

4. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including donation platforms or partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of those external websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

5. How We Protect Your Information

Foster Care Essentials takes appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include the use of secure servers and encryption where applicable.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not share your personal information with third parties, except in the following situations:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us manage our website, process donations, or perform other functions necessary for our mission. These service providers are required to keep your information confidential and secure.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to legal processes, such as a court order, subpoena, or government request.

• With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit permission to do so.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for use by children under the age of 13. Foster Care Essentials does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible.

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.

• Correction: You may request that we correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain it.

• Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails we send or by contacting us directly.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at fostercareessentials@gmail.com or by phone at 774-248-4139.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Foster Care Essentials reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the date of the latest revision indicated at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Foster Care Essentials
PO Box 105, Hopedale, MA 01747
Phone: 774-248-4139
Email: fostercareessentials@gmail.com