Donor Privacy Policy

Introduction
At the Somerset Children’s Center, we recognize the importance of privacy and are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of our donors’ personal information. This Donor Privacy Policy outlines the practices we follow to respect the privacy of all donors while engaging with our activities, services, and website.

Information We Collect
We collect information about donors that is either non-identifiable or directly identifiable. Non-identifiable information includes, but is not limited to, website usage data and general demographic information. Identifiable information includes, but is not limited to:

Name
Address
Email address
Telephone number
Donation amount
Payment method details (we do not store credit card information)

How We Use Your Information
The Somerset Children’s Center uses your information to understand your needs and provide you with better service. Specifically, we use your information to:

• Help organize and process donations received.
• Confirm receipt of your donation and to say thank you.
• Update you on organizational activities and fundraising campaigns.
• Conduct internal analysis and record keeping.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Protection of Your Information

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. Your personal information is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems and are required to keep the information confidential.

Disclosure of Your Information
The Somerset Children’s Center will not sell, trade, rent, or share your personal information with anyone else, nor send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations. We will only share your personal information if you give us specific permission to do so.

We may release information when its release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours or others’ rights, property, or safety.

Third-Party Services
Third-party services are external companies or platforms that the Somerset Children’s Center often collaborates with to enhance operational efficiency, manage specific tasks, or expand capabilities. Here are some examples of third-party services that we, a nonprofit might use:

Payment Processors: Third-party payment processing services may be used like PayPal, Venmo or Square to handle online donations and transactions securely. These services specialize in processing payments, ensuring security and compliance with financial regulations.

Email Service Providers: For email marketing and communication with donors, services like Network for Good is used. This platform helps the Somerset Children’s Center manage subscriber lists, automate sending, and track engagement metrics.

Social Media Management Tools: Tools like Facebook and Instagram help the Somerset Children’s Center with posts and then we analyze social media engagement and performance.

Web Analytics Tools: Google Analytics help the Somerset Children’s Center track website traffic, user behavior, and engagement levels on the website. This data is essential for optimizing website performance and improving user experience.

Cloud Storage Services: Dropbox, Google Drive, and Microsoft OneDrive are used for storing and sharing files and documents securely in the cloud, facilitating easy access and collaboration among team members.

Accounting Software: QuickBooks and similar accounting software help manage finances, including donations received, expenses, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance and transparency in financial operations.

By utilizing these third-party services, we can enhance our operational efficiencies, maintain good donor relations, and focus more on core mission and goals.

Access to Your Information
Donors may request access to all their personally identifiable information that we collect online and maintain in our database by contacting us directly. We offer the ability to correct or change the information collected at any time and as often as necessary.

Opt-Out
If you do not wish to receive communication from us in the future, please let us know by sending us an email at the provided address, calling us, or writing to us at the specified address.

Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to make changes to this Donor Privacy Policy at any time by posting a new version on our website. Please check the website occasionally to see any updates or changes to our privacy policy.

Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our Donor Privacy Policy, please contact us using the information below:

Somerset Children’s Center
377 Union Avenue, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
908-725-2366
www.somersetchildrenscenter.org

We value your support and are committed to protecting your privacy. We encourage our donors to contact us with any questions or concerns about the privacy of their personal information.