Privacy Policy for The KITS Foundation
Effective Date: January 20, 2026
Last Updated: January 20, 2026
Thank you for visiting The KITS Foundation (“we,” “us,” “our”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information when you visit and interact with https://thekitsfoundation.com/ (the “Website”), sign up for communications, make a donation, register for events, or otherwise engage with our services.
By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. What Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide and information automatically collected through your use of the Website.
a. Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with us (e.g., through forms, donation pages, newsletter sign-ups, volunteer applications), you may provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Postal address
- Phone number
- Donation details (amount, date, and related records)
- Other information you voluntarily submit (e.g., interests, messages)
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect technical information, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and usage data
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Process and manage donations
- Provide donation confirmations and receipts
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Send newsletters, updates, and other communications you request
- Improve our Website and services
- Maintain internal records and reporting
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Donations and Payment Processing
When you make a donation through our Website, your payment may be processed through a third-party payment processor (such as a donation platform or payment service provider).
- We may collect and store limited information related to your donation (such as your name, email, donation amount, and transaction date).
- We do not store full credit card or banking details on our servers if payments are handled by a third-party processor.
- Your payment information is handled according to the privacy and security practices of the payment processor you use.
If you have questions about a donation, receipt, or donation record, please contact us using the details in the “Contact Us” section.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We and our service providers may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze Website performance, and improve functionality. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some Website features.
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
We may share your information with:
- Trusted service providers who assist with payment processing, email communications, analytics, and Website hosting
- Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law
- Partners, only when needed to provide services you request or support our mission
6. Your Choices and Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights related to your personal information, including:
- Accessing and updating your information
- Requesting correction or deletion of your information
- Opting out of marketing communications
- Withdrawing consent where processing is based on consent
To make a request, please contact us using the details below.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly.
