Our Commitment: Hikmeh Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy. We collect only what is necessary to serve our mission and never sell or share your personal information for commercial purposes.
1. Introduction
Hikmeh Foundation ("Foundation," "we," "us," or "our") is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating purpose in youth. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, programs, or services.
By using our website or participating in our programs, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you reach out to us or sign up for programs.
- Program Enrollment: Age, school/institution, parent/guardian information (for minors), and other details relevant to program participation.
- Donation Information: Billing address and payment details when you make a contribution (processed securely through third-party payment processors).
- Volunteer Applications: Background information, skills, and availability for those wishing to volunteer or mentor.
- Communications: Messages you send us through our contact form or email.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, and referring URLs.
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve your experience (see Section 7).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Deliver Programs: Enroll participants, communicate program details, and provide mentorship services.
- Process Donations: Complete transactions and provide tax receipts for charitable contributions.
- Communicate: Respond to inquiries, send program updates, and share our newsletter (with your consent).
- Improve Our Services: Understand how our website and programs are used to better serve our community.
- Comply with Legal Obligations: Meet nonprofit reporting requirements and legal mandates.
- Protect Participants: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of youth in our programs.
4. Protection of Minors
As an organization serving youth, we take extra care with information about minors:
- We collect information about minors only with parental/guardian consent.
- We never publicly share identifying information about youth participants without explicit consent.
- Parents/guardians may request to review, modify, or delete their child's information at any time.
- We conduct background checks on all staff and volunteers who work with youth.
5. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only in these circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate (e.g., payment processors, email services). They are contractually bound to protect your data.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect the safety of our participants.
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information.
- Aggregate Data: We may share anonymized, aggregate statistics about our programs for reporting purposes.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary:
- Program Participants: Duration of program plus 3 years for follow-up and alumni services.
- Donors: 7 years for tax and legal compliance.
- General Inquiries: 2 years from last contact.
- Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe.
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how visitors use our site
- Improve website functionality
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website features.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
- Secure storage of sensitive information
- Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Regular security reviews and updates
While we strive to protect your information, no system is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and protect your own devices.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements).
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent for specific uses.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 12.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.
12. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information:
Hikmeh Foundation
A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Email: privacy@hikmehfoundation.org
Address: 4030 Wake Forest Road Ste 349, Raleigh, NC 27609
13. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what information is collected, request deletion, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. As a nonprofit, we do not sell personal information.