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Privacy Policy

The Friends Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

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Information We Collect

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Donation and membership information

  • Information submitted through forms (contact, volunteer, or assistance requests)

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We may also automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser and device type

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

  • General geographic location (city/region)

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How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process donations and memberships

  • Respond to inquiries and service requests

  • Send updates, newsletters, and event information (via Mailchimp if you opt in)

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

  • Maintain internal records

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Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

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We may share information with trusted third-party providers necessary to operate our website, including:

  • Wix (website hosting and infrastructure)

  • Mailchimp (email communications)

  • Payment processors (for secure donation transactions)

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Donations are processed securely through third-party platforms, and we do not store your full payment information on our servers.

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Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Enhance your browsing experience

  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns

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You can disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred.

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Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

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Your Choices

You may:

  • Unsubscribe from emails at any time

  • Request access, updates, or deletion of your personal information

  • Contact us with any privacy-related concerns

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Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

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Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted here with a revised effective date.

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Contact Us

The Friends Foundation
P.O. Box 8
Dripping Springs, TX 78620

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